How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Cadillac CTS?

NHTSA lists 23 airbag complaints for the 2011 Cadillac CTS, which is 23% of the 101 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there an airbag recall for the 2011 Cadillac CTS?

Yes. Recall 14V341000, reported June 19, 2014, covers 2011 Cadillac CTS vehicles where drive shaft vibrations can affect roll-over related systems including airbags. GM replaces the rear drive shaft assembly free of charge.

Did the 2011 CTS airbag problems cause injuries?

NHTSA records show 5 crashes and 3 injuries linked to airbag complaints on the 2011 Cadillac CTS.

At what mileage do 2011 CTS airbag problems tend to show up?

The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2011 Cadillac CTS is 72,741 miles.

How does the 2011 CTS compare to other years for airbag complaints?

The 2011 model year has 23 airbag complaints (23% share), similar to the 2010 model year's 16 complaints (24% share), and higher than 2012 through 2019, which range from 0 to 11 complaints.

2011 Cadillac CTS Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 23 airbag complaints for the 2011 Cadillac CTS, 23% of all complaints for the year, tied to 5 crashes and 3 injuries. A related recall (14V341000) covers a rear drive shaft issue that can trigger the airbags, with median failure mileage at 72,741 miles.

Airbags complaints: 23; 23% of 101
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 72,741 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Airbags failed to deploy during frontal or side-impact crashes at speeds around 25 to 55 mph, sometimes with injuries.
Passenger presence sensing module or occupant sensor malfunctions triggered a persistent "service air bag" warning light.
Some owners reported the airbag wiring harness under the passenger seat failed and needed replacement.
A few owners described side curtain airbags and seat belt pretensioners deploying unexpectedly during normal driving with no crash or rollover event.
Owners noted the passenger airbag sensor issue resembled a prior recall on first-generation CTS models that had not been extended to this generation.

When 2011 Cadillac CTS airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 24, 2012, latest Nov 22, 2023.

23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2012 to Nov 2023; peak Jun 2016 (2).

Airbags recalls for the 2011 Cadillac CTS

NHTSA 14V341000Jun 19, 2014Airbags16,932 vehicles
Air bags
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured October 18, 2010, to June 2, 2011. In the affected vehicles, vibrations from the drive shaft may cause the vehicle's roll over sensor to command the roof rail air bags to deploy.
Risk: If the roof rail air bags deploy unexpectedly, there is an increased risk of crash and injury to the occupants.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear drive shaft assembly, free of charge. General Motors distributed an interim letter to owners on August 27, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14233.

Airbags complaints by CTS model year

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

200574 (27%)
200687 (32%)
200764 (29%)
200812 (7%)
200913 (8%)
201016 (24%)
201123 (23%)
20126 (9%)
201311 (15%)
20144 (3%)
20150 (0%)
20162 (6%)
20172 (7%)
20181 (13%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Cadillac CTS?: NHTSA lists 23 airbag complaints for the 2011 Cadillac CTS, which is 23% of the 101 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2011 Cadillac CTS?: Yes. Recall 14V341000, reported June 19, 2014, covers 2011 Cadillac CTS vehicles where drive shaft vibrations can affect roll-over related systems including airbags. GM replaces the rear drive shaft assembly free of charge.
Did the 2011 CTS airbag problems cause injuries?: NHTSA records show 5 crashes and 3 injuries linked to airbag complaints on the 2011 Cadillac CTS.
At what mileage do 2011 CTS airbag problems tend to show up?: The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2011 Cadillac CTS is 72,741 miles.
How does the 2011 CTS compare to other years for airbag complaints?: The 2011 model year has 23 airbag complaints (23% share), similar to the 2010 model year's 16 complaints (24% share), and higher than 2012 through 2019, which range from 0 to 11 complaints.