NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Cadillac Ct5-V
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Cadillac CT5-V is a performance-focused luxury sport sedan slotting into the competitive upper-midsize segment, taking aim at shoppers who want genuine driving engagement wrapped in American premium style. Offered from model year 2020 onward, it sits a step above the standard CT5 and targets enthusiast buyers who expect both rear-wheel-drive athleticism and an elevated cabin experience from their daily driver.
The 2025 Cadillac Ct5-V earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 95 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally praise the CT5-V for its engaging rear-wheel-drive dynamics, well-sorted chassis, and a cabin that feels meaningfully premium without mimicking German rivals. Most find it a compelling value within the luxury performance sedan class, though some note that Cadillac's infotainment and dealer network still trail the segment's European benchmarks in overall polish.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20402
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
7 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.