How many transmission complaints does the 2020 Cadillac CT5 have?

NHTSA lists 15 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2020 CT5, accounting for 38% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2020 Cadillac CT5?

Yes. Recall 25V148000, reported March 6, 2025, covers 2020-2021 CT5 models with a 10-speed transmission that may become internally damaged; dealers install monitoring software free of charge.

At what mileage do 2020 CT5 transmission problems occur?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 12,000 miles for transmission & powertrain complaints on this model year.

Are the transmission failures dangerous?

NHTSA records one crash tied to transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2020 CT5, with no reported fires or injuries in this data set.

Which model years of the CT5 have the most transmission complaints?

The 2020 model year has the highest share, at 38% of complaints, followed by 2023 at 42% share though with fewer total complaints (5) and 2021 at 14%.

2020 Cadillac CT5 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 15 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2020 Cadillac CT5, 38% of all complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 12,000. A related recall (25V148000) covers the 10-speed transmission control module.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 15; 38% of 39
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 12,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicles unexpectedly shift into neutral or lose drive while moving, forcing a stop regardless of speed or road conditions.
Transmission slips or delays between gears, sometimes with the check engine light flickering on and off.
Sudden, complete loss of power while driving at highway speed, including one report of a car stopping mid-lane on the highway.
Shuddering and hard, jarring shifts that owners say worsen over time, at times accompanied by loud noises.
Rear wheels have locked up unexpectedly while driving, causing transmission damage in at least one case.
Owners report harsh shifting tied to a worn transmission control valve, which the recall was later issued to address.

When 2020 Cadillac CT5 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 19, 2023, latest Sep 21, 2026.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Jun 2025 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2020 Cadillac CT5

NHTSA 25V148000Mar 6, 2025Transmission & Powertrain90,081 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cadillac CT6, 2020-2021 CT4, CT5, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles equipped with a 10-speed transmission. The transmission may become damaged internally and cause the wheels to lock-up.
Risk: Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install transmission control module monitoring software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242480630.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by CT5 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

202015 (38%)
20214 (14%)
20220 (0%)
20235 (42%)
20240 (0%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2020 Cadillac CT5 have?: NHTSA lists 15 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2020 CT5, accounting for 38% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2020 Cadillac CT5?: Yes. Recall 25V148000, reported March 6, 2025, covers 2020-2021 CT5 models with a 10-speed transmission that may become internally damaged; dealers install monitoring software free of charge.
At what mileage do 2020 CT5 transmission problems occur?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 12,000 miles for transmission & powertrain complaints on this model year.
Are the transmission failures dangerous?: NHTSA records one crash tied to transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2020 CT5, with no reported fires or injuries in this data set.
Which model years of the CT5 have the most transmission complaints?: The 2020 model year has the highest share, at 38% of complaints, followed by 2023 at 42% share though with fewer total complaints (5) and 2021 at 14%.