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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2019 Cadillac Ct6

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

4Recalls
15Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE CADILLAC CT6

The Cadillac CT6 is a full-size luxury sedan that positioned itself as the brand's flagship, competing against the likes of the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Aimed at buyers who want American luxury with rear-wheel-drive roots and a spacious, tech-forward cabin, the CT6 represents Cadillac's most ambitious sedan effort of the modern era, offered here in its 2019 and 2020 model years.

VERDICT

The 2019 Cadillac Ct6 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 15 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the CT6 for its composed, refined ride quality and a cabin that competes seriously with European rivals in terms of space and technology. Driving dynamics are frequently described as engaging for the segment, and interior materials draw favorable comparisons to established luxury benchmarks. Some reviewers note that the overall execution, while impressive, occasionally shows signs of a platform still finding its footing against deeply established competition.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

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 // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

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

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsPower Train 12Service Brakes 2Electrical System 1Forward Collision Avoidance 1Visibility/Wiper 1

Other Ct6 years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Cadillac Ct6 2019. Methodology · Disclosure