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2001 Cadillac Sts: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2001 Cadillac Sts: 0 recalls, 12 owner complaints.

0vehicle recalls
12owner complaints
0mention a crash
–best combined mpg
2001 Cadillac Sts
Photo: Spanish Coches · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Steering3
Body & structure2
Brakes (hydraulic)1
Seat belts1
Exterior lights1
Electronic Stability Control1
Electrical1
Seats1

What owners describe

The 2001 Cadillac Sts has 12 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 14 Sts model years for complaints (well below the 31 average). Complaints peaked in 2006 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 32,714 miles. Neighboring years: 2000 (12 complaints, 1 recalls), 2002 (7 complaints, 0 recalls).

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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2001 Cadillac Sts.

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FAQ

Does the 2001 Cadillac Sts have any recalls?

NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2001 Cadillac Sts. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common 2001 Cadillac Sts problems?

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (3), body & structure (2), brakes (hydraulic) (1).

Where can I get a 2001 Cadillac Sts repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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