2016 CADILLAC CT6 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
15
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
102
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 CADILLAC CT6
The 2016 CADILLAC CT6 has received a total of 15 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP. 102 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (6 complaints), Air Bags (2 complaints), and Engine (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2016 CADILLAC CT6
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2016 CADILLAC CT6, potentially affecting up to 44,579 vehicles.
Recall 21V759000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
| 181 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The Park/Position lights may be excessively bright. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: The excessive brightness may affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install right and left side in-line headlight jumper harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N162016079.
View full details →Recall 21V759000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
| 181 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The Park/Position lights may be excessively bright. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: The excessive brightness may affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install right and left side in-line headlight jumper harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N162016079.
View full details →Recall 18V437000 — CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP
| 22,043 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The inboard child seat anchorage bars may have had excess structural adhesive applied during assembly, which can interfere with the installation of a child seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Consequence: If the child seat cannot be attached correctly to the anchorage bar, there is an increased the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, remove any excess adhesive, and apply anti-corrosion primer to the inboard child seat anchorage bars, free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006....
View full details →Recall 18V437000 — SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
| 22,043 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The inboard child seat anchorage bars may have had excess structural adhesive applied during assembly, which can interfere with the installation of a child seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Consequence: If the child seat cannot be attached correctly to the anchorage bar, there is an increased the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, remove any excess adhesive, and apply anti-corrosion primer to the inboard child seat anchorage bars, free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006....
View full details →Recall 16V687000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
| 131 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Cadillac CT6 vehicles manufactured July 21, 2016, to July 22, 2016. The bolt that connects the front passenger seat belt webbing to the seat's anchor plate may be missing. Without the bolt, the seat belt webbing may detach from the seat anchor.
Consequence: If the seat belt webbing detaches from the seat anchor, the seat belt may not properly restrain the front seat passenger in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing front passenger seat belt webbing anchor bolt, or install a bolt if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on September 24, 2016. Owners may contact Cadillac customer...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 CADILLAC CT6
15 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 CADILLAC CT6. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact's husband owned a 2016 Cadillac CT6. The contact stated that while her husband was making a left turn, the vehicle was struck on the front passenger side by another vehicle. The contact stated that her husbands air bag did not deploy. Medical attention was needed, and the contact's husband was transported to the hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. A police report was taken. The vehicle was towed to the tow lot, where it was deemed a total loss. The contact stated that there were no additional injuries. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the incident. The failure mileage was unknown.
The turbo boost failed cylinder 2 ( after being repaired ) continues to show issues
I am experiencing recurring transmission and drivability issues with my 2016 Cadillac CT6. 1.Rough Shifting: When shifting from park to reverse, the transmission shifts roughly, causing a noticeable jolt throughout the vehicle. 2.Fluid Leakage: I have observed fluid leaking from underneath the car when parked in my driveway. However, the leak is inconsistent—it disappears for a few days after rain or washing my driveway but then reappears under similar conditions. 3.Delayed Shifting: When accelerating from a stoplight, there is a delay before the transmission engages, causing hesitation before the car moves forward. 4.Automatic Start-Stop Issue: The vehicle has an automatic engine shut-off feature that activates when stopping at a light. When I take my foot off the brake, the engine restarts abruptly, causing a harsh jerk that shakes the entire car. This makes it feel like the transmission or another component is not engaging smoothly. 5.Check Engine Light Issue: The check engine light came on for a day, but before I could take it to a repair facility, it turned off on its own. Because of this, I was unable to retrieve any diagnostic codes. I am concerned these issues indicate a faulty transmission system or related defect that may worsen over time. I request an investigation into whether this is a common defect in the 2016 Cadillac CT6 and if any recalls or manufacturer repairs are available.
The car keep losing power pressure when driving it's jerk when put into gear
The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac CT6. The contact stated that while in reverse, the vehicle accelerated inadvertently. The brake pedal was depressed to stop the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated while driving between 30-45 MPH on several occasions, the gears shifted, and the vehicle jolted forward. Additionally, that contact stated that the vehicle was constantly shaking. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was first not able to be duplicated. The vehicle was taken to another dealer for the third time where it was diagnosed that an unknown harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred a month later. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000.
Safety Rating for the 2016 CADILLAC CT6
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 CADILLAC CT6 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 CADILLAC CT6
General Motors, LLC has issued 102 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 CADILLAC CT6. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIP5700F — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering
21-NA-230 — POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to correct a customers concern of Whining/Whirring, Whistle, Squeaking, Groaning/Growling Noise Coming from Front Wheel/Engine Area.
21NA258 — VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on General Guidelines to Address Sunroof Waterleak Issues.
PIP5802 — POWER TRAIN
This Preliminary information communicates diagnostic assistance for DTC's P219A and P219B.
20NA080 — SEATS
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of a rear outboard heated seat inoperative, possible dead or drained battery.
PIC6369B — STEERING
This Preliminary information communicates that on 2016 -2017 model year vehicles equipped with 19 or 20 inch wheels that the front park assist may indicate an object when in reverse with the steering turned at or near lock is a normal Operational Characteristic and no repair attempts should be made.
19NA128 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to rebuild the transmission and install a snap ring retainer to eliminate the 1-3 clutch spring ring from coming out of the ring groove.
19NA096 — STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of hearing clicking, popping, tapping, creaking, flexing, rubbing or rattle noises from roof area during turns or driving over uneven pavement.
17NA272 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the engine for vehicles that have the condition of Loud Noise, Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illuminated, and/or No Start with DTC P0016, P0017, P0018, or P0019 Set, due to a broken engine crank sprocket.
PIC6355 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about how to diagnosis a battery draw that may be caused by a module back feeding voltage in the ignition relay circuits making the vehicle think it is still awake.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 CADILLAC CT6
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
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