Cadillac CTS-V

20042019 · 12 configurations

Lowest
14
Average
16
Best
17

The Cadillac CTS-V has been tested by the EPA across 12 different configurations spanning model years 2004 through 2019. Over this period, the CTS-V has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 14 MPG to 17 MPG, with an overall average of 16 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2019
16
2018
17
2017
17
2016
17
2014
16
2010
16
2007
16
2006
17
2005
16
2004
17

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (CTS-V) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Cadillac CTS-V. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Cadillac Cadillac CTS/CTC grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
513
Total Deaths
341

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
19.7%
Fire Occurrence
3.3%
Speeding Involved
27.7%
DUI Involved
26.5%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

72%
Front
19%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2022
Fatal Crashes45
Fatalities
30
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2021
Fatal Crashes56
Fatalities
35
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2020
Fatal Crashes54
Fatalities
38
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2019
Fatal Crashes41
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2018
Fatal Crashes66
Fatalities
38
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2017
Fatal Crashes49
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.76
2016
Fatal Crashes65
Fatalities
41
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2015
Fatal Crashes52
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2014
Fatal Crashes43
Fatalities
24
Deaths/Crash
0.56

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2016
2
2014
6
2010
2
2007
1
2005
3
2004
7
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