Research · Midsize Cars · 2 NHTSA variants
2025 Cadillac CT5Recalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 10 owner complaints for the 2025 Cadillac CT5. Most complaints involve forward collision avoidance (3) and engine (2). The EPA rates it 21–26 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
21–26mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
10
Top: forward collision avoidance
Fuel cost / yr
$3,000est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2025 Cadillac CT5 as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
10 complaints filed with NHTSA · Sep 2024 – Oct 2026
- Forward collision avoidance3
- Engine2
- Air bags1
- Service brakes1
- Visibility/wiper1
- Electrical system1
- Vehicle speed control1
- Other / unknown4
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Forward collision avoidance
3 reports1 crash
“My car was hit from behind very hard and my head hit the steering wheel. The whole back was crushed and the airbagss did not deploy.”
Engine
2 reports
“Rough idle, reduced acceleration, engine failure requires engine/motor to be replaced. Only 4300 miles on car. Purchase date 6/21/2025. Failure10/25/2025.”
Air bags
1 report1 crash
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
4 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S10)
- 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 9, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CT5 Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,000 | 341 |
| CT5 AWD Auto (S10), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 25 | $3,100 | 361 |
| CT5 Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,500 | 399 |
| CT5 AWD Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,700 | 422 |
- 26mpg comb.
- 25mpg comb.
- 22mpg comb.
- 21mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
4 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Cadillac CT5 4 DR AWD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 5 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 9.5%
Overall
5 / 5
Cadillac CT5 4 DR RWD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 5 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 9.5%
Overall
5 / 5
Cadillac CT5 with V6 4 DR AWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 5 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 9.5%
Overall
5 / 5
Cadillac CT5 with V6 4 DR RWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 5 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 9.5%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat 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.
2025 CT5 questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Cadillac CT5 have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 9, 2026.
What are the most common 2025 Cadillac CT5 problems?
Owners filed 10 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are forward collision avoidance (3), engine (2), air bags (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2025 Cadillac CT5 get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Cadillac CT5 at 21–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).
How safe is the 2025 Cadillac CT5?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2025 Cadillac CT5 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026