We have classified the 65 complaints from 2006 Cadillac DTS about ELECTRICAL SYSTEM into the following categories.
The drivers side headlight shuts off and on or flickers - most noticeable during night time driving. our dealer, ed shults chevrolet, advised us that this particular model of the cadillac cts was not under recall. we wanted an explanation as to why when all of the testimonials from other 2006 cadillac owners reported the same problem. they dealer stated it had to do with where the car was manufactured. the total charge to us was $901.80 to replace the light + labor. this was probably happening all the time we were driving but we only began to notice it during night time driving, most especially driving back from the buffalo international airport on the thruway. we live in the city of jamestown, ny so it wasn't really noticeable because of the city lights. after that, we were more diligent when driving at night and discovered0 it was on a daily thing. that was very scary.
I have 70.000 miles and not only just have to get new air conditioning now i am back in shop and my car is now misfiring on 3 pistons. i should not have to buy a new car and 70,000 miles i have babies i his car with most except endive has and oil changes per r commended mileage. i have another car at dealership too and would hate to think it is dealership but between the 2 i have spent over 15,999 in repairs and the denellli now also has issue with air. that too is 2006 and 70,000 miles.
Headlight ballast failure due to poor headlight design with housing etc... causes headlights to shut of while driving due to moisture. happened at night. i have seen numerous reports about this issue and curious as to why no recalls?
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. the contact stated that the front passenger side headlamp flickered and failed to illuminate. bennett chevrolet (6721 e black horse pike, egg harbor township, nj) was contacted, but diagnostic testing was not provided. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was not provided.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. while driving various speeds, the headlights failed to illuminate. the contact had to reset the light switch by flipping the switch back and forth for the lights to illuminate. the failure recurred each time the vehicle was driven at night. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that a bulb or wire caused the headlights to fail. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
Heated seat element not working on passenger side front seat.
Passenger side seat heating element not working.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. the contact stated that the key fobik and ignition key failed to open the doors of the vehicle. as a result, the contact was unable to enter the vehicle. the contact mentioned that the key fobik battery was replaced but the failure continued. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 99,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. while driving approximately 60 mph, the gauges failed to operate, all of the warning lights on the instrument panel illuminated, and all of the doors locked and unlocked independently. the failure recurred multiple times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 118,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. while driving 45 mph, the electrical system failed and the vehicle stalled. the contact was able to restart the vehicle on the first attempt. the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 45,400.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. while driving various speeds, the headlights failed without warning. the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was approximately 140,000. updated 03/10/16*lj
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. while starting the vehicle, the keys could be removed out of the ignition switch while in the on position. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system). the failure mileage was 123,000.
I have noticed that when it rains and the streets are wet my steering wheel locks up
Headlights go out when moving especially at night, also causes motor to run rough when this happens. very dangerous when lights go completely out doing 70 mph...begins flickering, and then out. have read 2006 cadillac complaint forums and they are numerous..bought car used from dealer...previous one-owner
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac dts. while driving at approximately 50 mph, the engine stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle restarted, but the failure recurred two times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the catalytic converter and the upstream oxygen sensors needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 117,700.