NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Cadillac CT6-V Safety Record
The 2019 Cadillac CT6-V has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 15 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Cadillac CT6-V has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, leaving it without an official Safety Index or star ratings from the federal program. This absence of data means its crashworthiness remains formally unassessed. The model's record does indicate a light burden of recalls and owner complaints. Four recall campaigns have been issued, addressing concerns in the powertrain, brakes, exterior lighting, and seat belts. Additionally, 15 unverified owner complaints have been filed, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities among them. This limited information provides a factual basis for shoppers, though it offers no definitive confirmation or refutation of the vehicle's crash safety performance.
The 2019 Cadillac CT6-V was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries four recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 15 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Cadillac CT6-V?
The 2019 CT6-V’s recall record is notable for spanning four distinct safety systems: the drivetrain, braking electronics, a turn-signal mechanism, and rear occupant restraints. These four recalls, combined with 15 unverified owner complaints, place the vehicle in the Light burden band, indicating a lower activity level for a vehicle of its age. The seat belt and ABS campaigns were shared across a broad GM portfolio, a common pattern for platform-wide supplier issues rather than model-specific engineering failures. A cluster of 12 powertrain complaints warrants attention, especially given the separate transmission recall campaign, though these complaints remain unverified allegations with no established causal link. No crash-test data is available for this model year, and no tested sibling years exist to provide a reference point.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Cadillac CT6-V have any recalls?
The four recall campaigns for this model year address: automatic transmission concerns shared with other GM vehicles, an Electronic stability or ABS warning light issue also covering certain Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 trucks, a turn-signal switch that may not auto-cancel after a steering-wheel rotation, and a rear seat belt certification concern shared with several other GM models. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the campaign summaries provided.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION25V148000
Risk: Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install transmission control module monitoring software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242480630.
Reported 2025-03-06
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT19V889000
Risk: If the driver operates the vehicle unaware that ESC and ABS are not functioning, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192268090.
Reported 2019-12-12
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH19V117000
Risk: If the turn-signals do not automatically deactivate, the driver may fail to turn them off manually. An erroneous active turn-signal may mislead pedestrians and other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the turn-signal switch. The recall began March 11, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. The Cadillac number for this recall is N182207090.
Reported 2019-02-21
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER18V673000
Risk: If the child seat is not properly secured in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18315.
Reported 2018-09-26
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Cadillac CT6-V?
Fifteen unverified owner allegations have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 CT6-V. The dominant reported component is the powertrain, which accounts for 12 of the 15 allegations. The remaining reported concerns are distributed across service brakes, the electrical system, forward collision avoidance, and visibility or wipers. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects.
15 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Cadillac CT6-V?
Before purchasing a specific 2019 CT6-V, run its VIN at nhtsa.gov to determine whether any of the four recall campaigns remain open and unrepaired on that unit. Recall completion varies by individual vehicle history.
- NHTSA issued no crash-test rating for the 2019 CT6-V; no Safety Index or star scores exist for this specific model year.
- Four recall campaigns are on record for this model year, covering the automatic transmission, ABS or electronic stability warning systems, the turn-signal switch auto-cancel function, and rear seat belt certification.
- Fifteen unverified owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA, with 12 of those allegations targeting the powertrain and none reporting a crash, fire, injury, or death.
- Shoppers should verify open-recall status for any specific unit by entering the VIN into the official lookup tool at nhtsa.gov, since recall repair completion varies by vehicle.
FAQ2019 Cadillac CT6-V safety questions
Was the 2019 Cadillac CT6-V crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 15 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Cadillac CT6-V have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Cadillac CT6-V. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Cadillac CT6-V?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 15 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Cadillac CT6-V. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Cadillac CT6-V 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.