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2010 Cadillac CTSRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 0 owner complaints for the 2010 Cadillac CTS. The EPA rates it 19–22 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
19–22mpg
EPA · 10 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
3campaigns
Latest Jul 2014
Owner complaints
0
Filed with NHTSA
Fuel cost / yr
$2,850est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

3 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Electrical system: ignition

Free remedy

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.

Electrical systemReported Jul 2, 2014NHTSA 14V394000

Suspension: rear

Free remedy

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.

SuspensionReported Feb 11, 2011NHTSA 11V089000

Equipment

Free remedy

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."

EquipmentReported Sep 13, 2010NHTSA 10V414000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

Filed with NHTSA
0 owner complaints found in NHTSA data for the 2010 Cadillac CTS as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

10 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars, Small Station Wagons
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl · 3.6L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S6) · Manual 6-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular 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
04 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
CTS
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182722$2,850404
CTS Wagon
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182722$2,850404
CTS
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182721$2,950423
CTS AWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · All-Wheel Drive
182721$2,950423
CTS AWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L · All-Wheel Drive
182621$2,950423
CTS Wagon
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182621$2,950423
CTS Wagon AWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · All-Wheel Drive
182621$2,950423
CTS Wagon AWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L · All-Wheel Drive
182621$2,950423
CTS
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162519$3,300468
CTS
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162619$3,300468
  • CTS
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    18 city · 27 hwy · $2,850/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • CTS Wagon
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    18 city · 27 hwy · $2,850/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • CTS
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    18 city · 27 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • CTS AWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    18 city · 27 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • CTS AWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    18 city · 26 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • CTS Wagon
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    18 city · 26 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • CTS Wagon AWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    18 city · 26 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • CTS Wagon AWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    18 city · 26 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • CTS
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    16 city · 25 hwy · $3,300/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • CTS
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    16 city · 26 hwy · $3,300/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
05 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2010 Cadillac CTS as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 5751Vehicle 5664
06 —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.
08 —FAQ

2010 CTS questions

How many recalls does the 2010 Cadillac CTS have?

3 safety recalls as of Nov 9, 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 2010 Cadillac CTS problems?

No owner complaints were found in NHTSA data as of Nov 9, 2026.

What MPG does the 2010 Cadillac CTS get?

The EPA rates the 2010 Cadillac CTS at 19–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (10 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026