Cadillac STS AWD

20052011 · 11 configurations

Lowest
16
Average
18
Best
21

The Cadillac STS AWD has been tested by the EPA across 11 different configurations spanning model years 2005 through 2011. Over this period, the STS AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 16 MPG to 21 MPG, with an overall average of 18 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

2011
21
2010
21
2009
20
2008
20
2007
18
2006
18
2005
17

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (STS AWD) 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 STS AWD. 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 STS grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
152
Total Deaths
96

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
15.1%
Fire Occurrence
2.6%
Speeding Involved
29.6%
DUI Involved
27.0%
Primary Impact Zone

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

79%
Front
15%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2022
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2021
Fatal Crashes19
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.84
2020
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
15
Deaths/Crash
0.68
2019
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2018
Fatal Crashes15
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2017
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2016
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.72
2015
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2014
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.67

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2008
1
2006
2
2005
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory