Is the 2014 Cadillac CTS reliable?

The 2014 Cadillac CTS has 196 complaints filed with NHTSA (2.4x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: TRANSMISSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2014 Cadillac CTS?

Top problems: TRANSMISSION (84 complaints, avg repair $500); SUSPENSION (16 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (14 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2014 Cadillac CTS?

Yes, there are 6 recall(s): SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR, SEATS, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Contact any Cadillac dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Cadillac CTS?

The 2014 Cadillac CTS gets 17 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2824. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2014 Cadillac CTS?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2014 Cadillac CTS is approximately $1,971/year (sedan-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2014 Cadillac CTS

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2014 Cadillac CTS has 196 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 2.4x the segment average of 81. The most common issue is transmission problems (43% of all complaints), specifically: i was driving a 2014 cadillac cts on 04/27/14, in fremont, ca. vehicle configuration: 2014 cts 3.6l rwd performance. vin, to the best of my knowledge: 1g6as5s39e0[xxx] the incident occurred at approximately 11am. the planned travel route was as follows: fremont cadillac, 5939 automall. There are 6 recalls issued for this model year.

4 crash reports 3 injuries

196

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

2.4x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

TRANSMISSION

84 complaints

43%

• I WAS DRIVING A 2014 CADILLAC CTS ON 04/27/14, IN FREMONT, CA. VEHICLE CONFIGURATION: 2014 CTS 3.6L RWD PERFORMANCE. VIN, TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE: 1G6AS5S39E0[XXX] THE INCIDENT OCCURRED AT APPROXIMATELY 11AM. THE PLANNED TRAVEL ROUTE WAS AS FOLLOWS: FREMONT CADILLAC, 5939 AUTOMALL
• MY WIFE WAS DRIVING AND MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN INTO A PARKING LOT. THE CAR BY ITSELF AUTOMATICALLY SHUT OFF AND THE GEAR SHIFT WENT BY ITSELF FROM DRIVE POSITION INTO PARK. THE CAR DID RESTART. THE DEALER CANNOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR. *TR
• COMPLETE REAR DIFFERENTIAL ASSY FAILURE, AT MY EXPENSE OF 4590.00 GM DID KICK IN 2500.00 BUT EVEN WITH THE REPAIR THERE IS NO FIX FOR THE REPLACEMENT THAT IS CURRENTLY BEING FIXED. A FULL RECALL WITH REPAIR, REIMBURSEMENT OR BUY OUT SHOULD BE DEMANDED, THIS IS A LIFE AND DEATH SAFETY ISSUE.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“I WAS DRIVING A 2014 CADILLAC CTS ON 04/27/14, IN FREMONT, CA. VEHICLE CONFIGURATION: 2014 CTS 3.6L RWD PERFORMANCE. VIN, TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE: 1G6AS5S39E0[XXX] THE INCIDENT OCCURRED AT APPROXIMATELY 11AM. THE PLANNED TRAVEL ROUTE WAS AS FOLLOWS: FREMONT CADILLAC, 5939 AUTOMALL”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2014 Cadillac CTS

Based on 104 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 55K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

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ELECTRICAL

Earlier than typicalmedian 24K mi · 9 reports

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150-200K

200K+

OTHER

Earlier than typicalmedian 33K mi · 8 reports

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200K+

STEERING

Earlier than typicalmedian 40K mi · 8 reports

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60-100K

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200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 78K mi · 37 reports

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60-100K

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200K+

SUSPENSION

In line with typicalmedian 55K mi · 8 reports

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60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SEATS/RESTRAINTS

In line with typicalmedian 52K mi · 6 reports

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60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (6)

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER07/09/2018

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Cadillac CTS vehicles, equipped with heated front seats. The flexible heating mats in the front seats may be damaged over time, resulting in the seat heaters producing excessive heat.

Risk: In cold ambient temperatures, the seat heaters in these vehicles can turn on automatically when the vehicle is remotely started. If a damaged seat heater is turned on while no one is inside the vehicle, the damaged seat heater can overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the body control module, disabling the automatic activation of the heated seat when the vehicle is remotely started, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for the recall is 18286.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2014 Cadillac CTS

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,824

Per month

$235

Per mile

23.5¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$4,001/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,778/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Cadillac CTS

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,971

Full coverage / month

$164

Liability only / year

$710

vs US avg

+18%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1971

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Cadillac New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 50K mi

Powertrain

6 yr / 70K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

6 yr / 100K mi

Roadside assistance

6 yr / 70K mi

These are the terms for a new Cadillac. If you're buying a used 2014 CTS, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Cadillac dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

SUSPENSION(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 196 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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TRANSMISSION: I WAS DRIVING A 2014 CADILLAC CTS ON 04/27/14, IN FREMONT, CA. VEHICLE CONFIGURATION: 2014 CTS 3.6L RWD PERFORMANCE. VIN, TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE: 1G6AS5S39E0[XXX] THE INCIDENT OCCURRED AT APPROXIMATELY 11AM. THE PLANNED TRAVEL ROUTE WAS AS FOLLOWS: FREMONT CADILLAC, 5939 AUTOMALL
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SUSPENSION: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER AND THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED DOWNWARD WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION THE WINDSHIELD FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: PURCHASED A NEW 2014 CADILLAC CTS, WINDOW STICKER SHOWED CLEARLY AND AS A SELLING FEATURE THAT THE CAR RECEIVED A GOVERNMENT 5 STAR SAFETY RATING FOR FRONTAL CRASH, DRIVER AND PASSENGER AND FOR ROLL OVER. FIVE MONTHS LATER, MAY 16, 2014 I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM CADILLAC STATING THAT THERE WAS AN E
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: I WAS DRIVING A 2014 CADILLAC CTS ON 04/27/14, IN FREMONT, CA. VEHICLE CONFIGURATION: 2014 CTS 3.6L RWD PERFORMANCE. VIN, TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE: 1G6AS5S39E0[XXX] THE INCIDENT OCCURRED AT APPROXIMATELY 11AM. THE PLANNED TRAVEL ROUTE WAS AS FOLLOWS: FREMONT CADILLAC, 5939 AUTOMALL
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 6 recalls have been completed — free at any Cadillac dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)