2019 Cadillac Cts: Problems & Reliability
TOO FEW REPORTS2019 Cadillac CTS: TOO FEW REPORTS — 10 owner complaints; top issue: powertrain / transmission (3 complaints).
The verdict engine has only 10 complaints for the 2019 — under the 15-complaint floor — so it is not rated yet rather than called clean by silence.
Sources: NHTSA owner complaints (ODI), recall campaigns and manufacturer service bulletins, CarWhere verified buyer prices · Model years 2008–2019 compared · Updated 2026-11-07 · By CarWhere Research · Methodology
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NHTSA complaints
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Model years compared
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Service bulletins
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Recall campaigns
Most-reported 2019 Cadillac CTS problems
Powertrain / transmission is the clear leader, named in 30% of complaints.
| Component | Complaints | Share of 2019 complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain / transmission | 3 | 30% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 30% |
| Engine | 2 | 20% |
| Engine & cooling | 1 | 10% |
| Steering | 1 | 10% |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2019 Cadillac CTS recalls
No recall campaigns are on federal record for the 2019 Cadillac CTS.
2019 Cadillac CTS service bulletins
The manufacturer has filed 827 technical service bulletins with NHTSA for the 2019 — fewer than the 1,480 of the median CTS year from 2008 to 2019. Coded bulletins most often cover engine & cooling (152), electrical system (137), powertrain / transmission (111). Bulletins are repair instructions for dealer technicians, not recalls.
The 2019 vs. the year before and after
From the 2018 to the 2019, owner complaints rose 25% (8 → 10).
| Model year | Verdict | Complaints | Bulletins | Recalls | Avg. buyer-paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 CTS | TOO FEW REPORTS | 8 | 1,085 | 2 | — |
| 2019 (this page) | TOO FEW REPORTS | 10 | 827 | 0 | — |
Prices are averages of CarWhere verified buyer transactions (shown when 3+ deals exist for the year). Full year-by-year table: Cadillac CTS years to avoid.
What to check on a used 2019 Cadillac CTS
Powertrain / transmission (3 complaints on the 2019): test-drive from cold through every gear and feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder; ask whether the transmission fluid has been serviced.
Engine (2 complaints on the 2019): cold-start it yourself and listen for ticking or knocking; check for oil leaks, low coolant and a lit check-engine light, and ask for oil-change records.
Steering (1 complaint on the 2019): check for a steering warning light, heavy or notchy steering at parking speed, and clunks over bumps.
Backup camera / back-over prevention (1 complaint on the 2019): shift into reverse several times and make sure the camera image comes up quickly and clearly.
Nearby CTS years with a better rating: 2017.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Cadillac CTS reliable?
2019 Cadillac CTS: TOO FEW REPORTS — 10 owner complaints; top issue: powertrain / transmission (3 complaints). The verdict engine has only 10 complaints for the 2019 — under the 15-complaint floor — so it is not rated yet rather than called clean by silence.
What are the most common 2019 Cadillac CTS problems?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the most-reported areas on the 2019 Cadillac CTS are powertrain / transmission (3, 30%), unknown or other (3, 30%), engine (2, 20%). The manufacturer has 827 service bulletins on file for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2019 Cadillac CTS have?
No recall campaigns are on federal record for the 2019 Cadillac CTS. Recall status is VIN-specific, so still check the exact car.
How do I check a specific 2019 Cadillac Cts before buying?
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Sources & method
Complaint, recall and service-bulletin counts for the 2019 Cadillac CTS come from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation; the verdict is CarWhere’s severity-weighted, time-on-road-adjusted score compared with the model’s own median year. Complaints are owner allegations, not verified defects. Full methodology.