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2022 Cadillac CT5 Owner Complaints

Updated May 30, 20262 Critical Recalls
Daniel Wilson

Complaint Summary

The 2022 Cadillac CT5 has 7 reported complaints.

  • Top issues involve air bags and service brakes.

Reliability Score

Reliability Score

6.9/ 10

Based on 7 complaints

Most Frequent Issues

AIR BAGS

2 28.6%

SERVICE BRAKES

1 14.3%

STEERING:STEERING WHEEL /HANDLE BAR:HAND HEATER/COOLER

1 14.3%

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

1 14.3%

WHEELS

1 14.3%

Quick Insights

  • The top category is AIR BAGS, accounting for 28.6% of all complaints.

  • Owners have reported issues across 6 distinct vehicle systems.

  • Note: Complaint data reflects owner reports and may not always indicate a verified defect. Compare with Recalls and TSBs for a complete picture.

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Complaint Summary

What owners keep reporting on the 2022 Cadillac CT5

The 2022 Cadillac CT5 has 7 owner complaints in this dataset. AIR BAGS is the most common complaint category, representing about 29% of the reports shown here.

Most common complaint categories

The top complaint groups for the 2022 Cadillac CT5 are AIR BAGS (2), SERVICE BRAKES (1), STEERING:STEERING WHEEL /HANDLE BAR:HAND HEATER/COOLER (1).

Are these complaints a serious red flag?

Potentially. 4 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems like brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection.

What should buyers inspect on a used 2022 Cadillac CT5?

Start with the top complaint systems, compare them against the recall report, then inspect service records for evidence that those same areas were already repaired or monitored.

Read the full buyer guideRecall report and remedy notesMaintenance costs and intervals2021 CT5 complaints2023 CT5 complaints2020 CT5 complaints

Detailed Complaint Log

Showing 6 of 6 systems

AIR BAGS

2 Reports29% of total

Previewing the first 2 complaint summaries.

Received message on dashboard 'Service Safety Restraint System'. Dealership says that airbag needs to be replaced and it is not safe to drive the car. Manufacture of the car does not have the part and cannot repair the car. No timeframe on when the car can be repaired was given. GM is already under investigation for this same exact issue from 2021 where 15 collisions resulted in airbags not deploying.

7/20/2022

The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac CT5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Service Restraint System message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver's side air bag sensor needed to be replaced; however, the replacement part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 3,500.

9/30/2022

SERVICE BRAKES

1 Report14% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

I purchased vehicle on 7/28/22 from Bayview Cadillac in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. On August 2, 2022, I noticed that my brakes were making a loud, harsh, scraping noise when coming to a full stop. Brakes also felt like they were going to lock up or stutter. On August 3, 2022, I brought the car back to the dealership to be serviced. On August 4, 2022, dealership told me that GM and Brembo (brake manufacturer) KNEW of this issue and were working on a bulletin to fix issue but that the bulletin would not be issued until late 2022 or early 2023. GM refused to take back vehicle in this dangerous condition with faulty brakes. Apparently ALL Brembo brakes across many different car manufacturers are having same issue. GM states it is "not a safety concern", however, the brakes are clearly faulty and dangerous. NHTSA should investigate this issue before someone is really hurt or dead.

8/9/2022

STEERING:STEERING WHEEL /HANDLE BAR:HAND HEATER/COOLER

1 Report14% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

2022 CADILLAC CT5. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO SHORTAGE OF COMPUTER CHIPS FOR VEHICLES HEATED STEERING WHEEL.

1/30/2023

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

1 Report14% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

See attached document for complaint

3/12/2024

WHEELS

1 Report14% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

The front wheels are locking up sometimes when either hitting a bump in the road or just out of the blue while driving. The auto braking will engage quickly and then shut off.

3/18/2025

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

1 Report14% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

The front wheels are locking up sometimes when either hitting a bump in the road or just out of the blue while driving. The auto braking will engage quickly and then shut off.

3/18/2025

About This Data

Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

What are the most common owner complaints for the 2022 Cadillac CT5?

The most reported complaint category for the 2022 Cadillac CT5 is AIR BAGS, with 2 owner reports. That is about 29% of all complaints logged here. Other recurring themes include AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING:STEERING WHEEL /HANDLE BAR:HAND HEATER/COOLER.

Are complaints about the 2022 Cadillac CT5 a serious warning sign?

Potentially. 4 complaint reports fall into higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components. That does not prove every vehicle has a defect, but repeated complaints in those systems justify a more careful pre-purchase inspection.

How should buyers use complaint data for the 2022 Cadillac CT5?

Use complaints as an early pattern to investigate, not a standalone verdict. Start with the top complaint categories, compare those themes against the recall report and maintenance guide, then inspect service records for evidence that the same problem areas were already addressed. If the same issue appears repeatedly across complaints and recalls, treat it as a real ownership-risk flag.

Are complaints about the 2022 Cadillac CT5 severe?

4 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection before purchase.

Complaint list entries are sourced from owner-submitted NHTSA ODI records.

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Cadillac CT5: How should complaint data influence buying decisions?

Use complaint patterns together with recalls and maintenance guidance to estimate ownership risk and inspection priorities.

Carfocal links complaint data directly to recall and maintenance routes for the same model year.

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  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Common Problems
  3. 03Owner Complaints
  4. 04Data and Methodology

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