2009 Cadillac CTS
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Cadillac CTS is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 161 on record.
2009 Cadillac CTS at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2009 Cadillac CTS recalls 5
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, 2…
Fix: 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 14…
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 T…
Fix: 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 CAD…
GM IS RECALLING 12,662 MY 2009 CADILLAC CTS VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, A SOFTWARE CONDITION WITHIN THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM MAY DISABLE THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG WHEN IT SHOULD BE ENABLED OR ENABLE IT WHEN IT SHOULD BE DISABLED.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339 OR THROUGH THEIR WEBSITE AT <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM>HTTP://WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM</A> .
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS …
Fix: DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2010. OW…
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."
Fix: 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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2009 Cadillac CTS common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 167 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2009 Cadillac CTS MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2009 Cadillac CTS worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2009 Cadillac CTS costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($11,893) with the same model 5 model-years older ($3,218), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2009 Cadillac CTS trims & engines on record
2009 Cadillac CTS vehicles on record
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DF577890135887
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DF577790163146
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DF577690120031
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2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DT57V790169763
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DG577390156000
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DU57V090130428
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DT57V690108503
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2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DG577590129171
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DG577090130485
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DG577290110500
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DV57V190125879
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DF577590137273
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DV57V190130242
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DT57V390132810
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DF577890122508
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DV57V590144841
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DH577290126922
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DF577X90108531
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DF577190163353
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DU57V390159793
2009 Cadillac CTS Base1G6DF577090120610
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2009 Cadillac CTS — frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Cadillac CTS have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2009 Cadillac CTS. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Cadillac CTS?
Based on 167 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, fuel/propulsion system, air bags.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Cadillac CTS get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Cadillac CTS at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 26 highway).
How much is a 2009 Cadillac CTS worth?
Comparable 2009 Cadillac CTS listings run roughly $8,382–$15,400, typically around $11,893 (from 160 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.