Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2007 Cadillac DTS
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 Cadillac DTS has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 97 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #14V355000 Ignition Switch may Turn Off NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V240000 HEATED WINDSHIELD WASHER MODULE SHORT CIRCUIT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V441000 HEATED WIPER WASHER SYSTEM NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 28 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 14 complaints
- Engine 13 complaints
- Service Brakes 8 complaints
- Steering 8 complaints
- Air Bags 7 complaints
Of the 97 complaints on file, 8 report a crash and 4 a fire; across all 97 complaints, owners report 6 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,000–$10,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2007 Cadillac DTS faces significant electrical system challenges, evidenced by recalls affecting ignition and heater systems. Owners frequently report electrical issues, along with concerns in lighting, engine, and braking systems. These problems contribute to higher maintenance costs over time, making the reliability below-average.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 50,000–80,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | very common |
| engine | 70,000–100,000 miles | $700–$2,000 | common |
| service brakes | 60,000–90,000 miles | $400–$800 | common |
| exterior lighting | 50,000–75,000 miles | $150–$400 | common |
| air bags | 80,000–110,000 miles | $800–$1,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles
- Brake fluid check every 2 years
- Cooling system service every 3 years
- Tire rotation every 7,500 miles
- Replace air filter annually
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Warning lights on dashboard
- Strange noises from engine
- Brake pedal softness
- Erratic electrical behavior
- Difficulty starting
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Cadillac DTS at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.