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2012 Cadillac CTS Suspension Problems

Suspension complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2012 Cadillac CTS has 5 NHTSA suspension complaints and 0 suspension-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2012 Cadillac CTS

Lights
9
Electrical
9
Other
7
Airbags
6
Brakes
6
Suspension
5
Speed Control
5
Steering
4
Powertrain
4
Engine
3
Structure
3

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

2

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 11, 2026

All Suspension Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jan 1, 2026SUSPENSIONFront subframe crack around lower control arm bushing area. Common problem that’s going to end up ki...
Nov 1, 2022SUSPENSIONThe Sub frame has a crack where it connects with the control arm I posted a picture in the forum gro...
Apr 25, 2018SUSPENSION,ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE REAR DRIVESHAFT AND...
Apr 20, 2016SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKESTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A LOUD NOISE EMITTED O...
Apr 20, 2016SUSPENSIONTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH MERGING ONTO THE HIGHWAY, THE CONTACT...

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