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2023 Cadillac CT5 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Good

Complaint Index

40/100

#4 most-complained of 6 CT5 years

The 2023 Cadillac CT5 has a complaint index of 40, ranking 4th out of 6 model years, with a 'Good' verdict. It has 12 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and 0 fires, making it one of the more solid CT5 years, well behind the 2020 and 2021 in reported problems.

Complaints
12
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
3 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
21
18 city / 26.5 hwy

Top 2023 Cadillac CT5 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Transmission & Powertrain5 (42%)
  2. Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (25%)
  3. Airbags1 (8%)
  4. Electrical System1 (8%)
  5. Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (8%)
  6. Fuel System1 (8%)
  7. Lane Departure1 (8%)
  8. Steering1 (8%)
  9. Structure & Body1 (8%)

What owners report

  • Transmission triggers a 'reduced acceleration, drive with care' message and check engine light, sometimes limiting the car to low gears at highway speed.
  • Some drivers report sudden unintended acceleration followed by unexpected deceleration at highway speed.
  • A steering assistance warning appeared during highway exit driving, with one report tied to a crash.
  • Tire pressure monitoring sensors displayed incorrect readings shortly after purchase.
  • A tire reportedly suffered internal belt or carcass separation on a wet road, leading to a crash.
  • One owner described dashboard warning lights activating after rodent damage to interior wiring.
2023 Cadillac CT5 complaints: complaints filed per month3Nov 2022Jun 2024Apr 2025Jul 2025Sep 2025Apr 2026
15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Jul 2025 (3).

2023 Cadillac CT5 recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 22V903000Dec 8, 2022Electrical System740,108 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    Exterior lighting:lighting control module:software

    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."

    Risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

2023 Cadillac CT5 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
18 MPG
Highway
26.5 MPG
Combined
21 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,800
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2023 compared with other CT5 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100202020212022202320242025
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2021Caution6028421.5
2022Best011221
2023Good4012121
2024No verdict202021
2025Avoid1008021

All Cadillac CT5 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Cadillac CT5 reliable?
NHTSA data shows the 2023 CT5 has a complaint index of 40 and a 'Good' verdict, ranking 4th of 6 model years for the CT5. It has 12 complaints and 1 recall on file.
What problems does the 2023 Cadillac CT5 have?
The top reported problem area is Transmission & Powertrain, making up 42% of complaints, followed by Suspension, Wheels & Tires at 25%. Owners also reported issues with airbags, electrical systems, and steering.
Does the 2023 Cadillac CT5 have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 CT5, campaign 22V903000, covering an electrical system body control module software update, with no do-not-drive designation.
What year Cadillac CT5 should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2020 CT5 has the highest complaint index at 80 and is rated 'Avoid', along with the 2025 model at a complaint index of 100. The 2023 model is comparatively 'Good'.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Cadillac CT5?
EPA rates the 2023 CT5 at 21 mpg combined (18 city / 26.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,800.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.