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NHTSA crash test of the 2023 Cadillac Ct5

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2023 Cadillac Ct5

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
11Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE CADILLAC CT5

The Cadillac CT5 is a rear-wheel-drive-based luxury sport sedan competing in one of the most demanding segments in the American market, going up against the BMW 3 Series and Genesis G70. Aimed at buyers who want domestic prestige with a driver-focused character, the CT5 has been Cadillac's flagship mid-size sedan since its 2020 debut, offering a range of turbocharged powertrains and a distinctly American take on the sport-luxury formula.

VERDICT

The 2023 Cadillac Ct5 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 90 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. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the CT5 as a compelling and somewhat underappreciated entry in the luxury sport sedan segment, praising its driving dynamics and interior quality while noting that Cadillac's brand cachet still trails its European rivals in perception. Most consider it a legitimate performance and value alternative worth serious consideration.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 0%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 17207

Index breakdown

Crash protection70/70
Avoidance tech2/10
Defect record17.5/20
Forward collision warning: Standard & OptionalLane departure warning: Standard & OptionalStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE22V903000

Risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous

Reported 2022-12-08

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

11 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

3reported crash
0reported fire
2reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsPower Train 5Tires 2Structure 1Air Bags 1Lane Departure 1Forward Collision Avoidance 1

Other Ct5 years

Rivals in Sedan (2023)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 17207), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Cadillac Ct5 2023. Class rank 44 of 92 in Sedan 2023. Methodology · Disclosure