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2010 Cadillac CTS recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2010 Cadillac CTS. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2010 Cadillac CTS recalls, newest first

July 2, 2014NHTSA 14V394000554,328 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Ignition

Summary
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 2, 2014 that they are recalling 554,328 model year 2003-2014 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured August 16, 2001, to April 28, 2014, and 2004-2006 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured March 20, 2003, to August 11, 2006. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence
If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14172.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 11, 2011NHTSA 11V08900044,147 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Rear

Summary
General motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Cadillac cts vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which a wax coating on the rear suspension toe link jam nuts may allow the nut(s) to loosen. If a nut sufficiently loosens, the toe link could separate and the rear wheel would be able to turn inboard or outboard. Owners may hear a metallic clanking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle that may warn of a loosening nut.
Consequence
The driver may experience sudden changes with vehicle handling and may not be able to control the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will clean all wax residue from the rear suspension toe link and install two new jam nuts. If necessary the rear suspension toe link may be replaced. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before March 24, 2011. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 13, 2010NHTSA 10V41400020,224 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Summary
GM is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Cadillac cts all wheel drive and cts-v vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the front passenger may be at an increased risk of leg injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the glove compartment assembly and, in some vehicles modify the instrument panel structure. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on October 20, 2010. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 67 complaints about the 2010 Cadillac CTS with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
5
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Air bags16
  2. Electrical system15
  3. Engine10
  4. Power train8
  5. Service brakes7

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Questions

Does the 2010 Cadillac CTS have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, suspension, equipment. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2010 Cadillac CTS recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Cadillac dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2010 Cadillac CTS?
67 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.