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Cadillac CT6 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every CT6 from 2016 to 2020: 65 owner complaints and 10 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2017 (17), 2019 (17), 2016 (11). Best fuel economy: 28 mpg combined (2019).

Cadillac CT6
Photo: Mr.choppers · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Transmission & drivetrain39
Brakes8
Engine6
Electrical5
Forward collision avoidance5
Other / unknown4
Suspension4
Fuel & propulsion4

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
201631125
201711725
20180925
201941728
202021121

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Cadillac CT6?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2017 (17), 2019 (17), 2016 (11).

How many recalls has the Cadillac CT6 had?

Across 2016–2020, NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).