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2023 Cadillac CT4Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints for the 2023 Cadillac CT4. Most complaints involve steering (1) and vehicle speed control (1). The EPA rates it 18–27 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
18–27mpg
EPA · 8 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Dec 2022
Owner complaints
3
Top: steering
Fuel cost / yr
$2,850est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Exterior lighting: software

Over-the-air fixFree remedy

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Exterior lightingReported Dec 8, 2022NHTSA 22V903000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

3 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2023 – Jan 2024
  1. Steering1
  2. Vehicle speed control1
  3. Service brakes1
  4. Electrical system1
  5. Engine1
  6. Fuel/propulsion system1
  7. Power train1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each CT4 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
20208
20217
20226
20233
20247
20252
20261
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Steering

1 report
“The problem first arose in June 2023 with a different car, 2022 CT4V VIN [XXX] . I was driving and suddenly, all the dashboard lights went on and the brakes stopped working. There was no pressure on the pedal. I was able to roll to a stop without incident. I turned the car off and back on again and the brakes worked but the check engine light was still on. I was able to limp the mile back to my house. After almost 6 weeks at the dealer, I was told they replaced a brake module and the car was fine. On [XXX], it happened again. It was towed to the dealer and I refused to drive it again. The car had about 2400 miles on it. They took it back, although claiming nothing was wrong, and I bought the CT4V Blackwing 2023. On [XXX], it happened in the new car (500 miles on it). The dashboard lit up, the brakes wouldn't work, although this time instead of no pressure on the pedal, it was hard as a rock. After turning it on and off again, the brakes worked but the speed was restricted and other things in the car did not seem to be working correctly. The check engine light was also on. The dealership towed it. They told me they could not recreate the problem. Weeks later, I…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 10, 2024Steering, Vehicle speed control, Service brakesODI 11564719

Vehicle speed control

1 report

Service brakes

1 report
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

8 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Compact Cars
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 2.7L 4-cyl turbo · 3.6L 6-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S8) · Automatic (S10) · Manual 6-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
CT4
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
233427$2,850331
CT4 AWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
223126$3,000348
CT4
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
213125$3,100356
CT4 AWD
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
212924$3,200371
CT4 V
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
202923$3,350385
CT4 V AWD
Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
202823$3,350387
CT4 V
Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
162419$4,050478
CT4 V
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
152318$4,300488
  • CT4
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    23 city · 34 hwy · $2,850/yr
    27
    mpg comb.
  • CT4 AWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    22 city · 31 hwy · $3,000/yr
    26
    mpg comb.
  • CT4
    Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo
    21 city · 31 hwy · $3,100/yr
    25
    mpg comb.
  • CT4 AWD
    Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo
    21 city · 29 hwy · $3,200/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
  • CT4 V
    Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo
    20 city · 29 hwy · $3,350/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • CT4 V AWD
    Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo
    20 city · 28 hwy · $3,350/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • CT4 V
    Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, Turbo
    16 city · 24 hwy · $4,050/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • CT4 V
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L, Turbo
    15 city · 23 hwy · $4,300/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Cadillac CT4 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 18220Vehicle 18219
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2023 CT4 questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Cadillac CT4 have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2023 Cadillac CT4 problems?

Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are steering (1), vehicle speed control (1), service brakes (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2023 Cadillac CT4 get?

The EPA rates the 2023 Cadillac CT4 at 18–27 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026