Most common 2007 Cadillac DTS problems
Share of the 97 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Cadillac DTS complaints by model year
Best DTS years: 2004, 2005, 2011. Years to avoid: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009. Compare all years →
2007 Cadillac DTS recalls (3)
Electrical system › Ignition
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014.
Electrical system
GM is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Buick, lucerne; Cadillac dts; Hummer h2; model year 2008-2009 Buick enclave; Cadillac cts; model year 2007-2009 Cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; Chevrolet avalanche, silverado, suburban, tahoe; GMC acadia, sierra, yukon, yukon xl; Saturn outlook; and model year 2009…
Remedy: Dealers will permanently disable and remove the heated washer fluid module. An updated page for the owner manual will be provided and inserted in the owner manual to document that the feature has been permanently…
Electrical system
GM is recalling 857,735 my 2006-2008 Buick lucerne; Cadillac dts; Hummer h2; my 2007-2008 Cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; Chevrolet avalanche, silverado, suburban, tahoe; GMC acadia, sierra, yukon, yukon xl, Saturn outlook; and my 2008 Buick enclave vehicles equipped with a heated wiper washer fluid system.
Remedy: Dealers will install a wire harness with an in-line fuse free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2008. Owners May contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080; Cadillac at 1-800-982-2339 or http://www.Cadillac.com;…
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2007 Cadillac DTS:
Non-crash engine compartment fires
In a letter dated August 27, 2008, general motors corp. (GM) notified NHTSA that it will conduct a safety recall (NHTSA recall number 08v-441) to address a safety relateddefect that can result in engine compartment fire in approximately 850,000 vehicles equipped with a heated windshield washer fluid option.the subject vehicles of this investigation comprise over three-quarters of the recall population.
What 2007 Cadillac DTS owners say
Electrical system all 28 →
Was backing out of my parking space and the warning icons on my dash,(Service brake system,stabiltrack, traction control.4 years ago I had to replace a (yaw) that goes under the driver's seat because moonroof is leaking so I sealed the roof.the yaw controls the stabiltrack.i took it to a auto parts store to get diagnosed and it says speed sensor or possibly a wheel hub.ive owned cars for 50 some years and never had this problem.the car only has 110,000 miles.iam tired of problems related to this issue as I said first was yaw ,now hub for car.there must be other owners that have had this problem.this is supposed to be a luxury automobile and miles aren't high.
2007 Cadillac DTS has been giving me problems with leaking water from either the moon roof or roof itself near driver's door.the floor gets soaked with water and has caused a part called a yaw under the seat to short the wiring out and had to be replaced because it controls the tail lights and tail lights and brake lights were staying stationary when driving so car behind me has no indication whether brakes are being applied.i replaced the yaw but the roof is still leaking and it could happen again and could cause the floor to rot out from repeatedly getting wet when raining.i feel this is a serious safety concern and should be fixed by Cadillac.
Engine & cooling
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CADILLAC DTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS EVIDENCE OF AN OIL LEAK UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL OIL BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE DRIVING. THE OIL LEVEL WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CLASSIC BUICK GMC ARLINGTON AT (400 E INTERSTATE 20, ARLINGTON, TX 76018) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE OIL PAN AND MASTER KIT GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 55,000. The odor from the cabin during the summer months is stronger. Consumer took the vehicle to several dealers and the least expensive was estimated $3800.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated that an independent repair facility had been informed more than once that the oil pressure warning indicator illuminated several times. The dealer had not been contacted. While driving at an unspecified rate of speed, the oil pressure warning indicator flashed, there was a sudden loss of power, and the brake pedal was stiff when depressed. As a result, the contact crashed into the rear of an 18 wheeler. The driver sustained minor bruising and pain to the shoulders and forearms. Medical attention was received. The contact stated that the driver's side air bag deployed, but was uncertain if the front passenger and side curtain air bags also deployed. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The insurance company was notified of the crash and had not yet investigated the cause of the crash. …
Lights
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the contact activated the right turn signal. The indicator bulb burned out and burned the housing of the headlight. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the headlight housing assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 39,700.
The issue was regarding the failure of the ballasts in the HID headlights which, per ntsb and other websites, has been a significant issue with this and other GM models. The issue seems to be diagnosed generally as water backing down the headlight assembly into the ballast causing the failure. There is also a TSB on the issue: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forums/Cadillac-DTS-forum-2006-through-2012/173283-TSB-flickering-headlights.html and pages of the ntsb filings about the headlamps are here http://www.carcomplaints.com/Cadillac/DTS/2006/lights/exterior_lighting-3.shtml after being stopped twice by law enforcement for a headlamp out, we took the car to ron carter Cadillac in houston, texas where we were charged about $850 to replace the right front ballast. The left one was also just starting to show the same problem so I made the contact to GM and was working with kim. …
2007 Cadillac DTS engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 15 / 23 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Large car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2007 Cadillac DTS a good car?
Based on 97 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 DTS rates avoid: 3.4× as many complaints as a typical year of the DTS at the same age. It is one of the DTS years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Cadillac DTS?
The electrical system — 28 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (17) and lights (14).
How many recalls does the 2007 Cadillac DTS have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2007 Cadillac DTS, the most recent from June 23, 2014 (ignition). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Cadillac DTS?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2004, 2005 and 2011. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009. See the full Cadillac DTS years comparison.
At what mileage do 2007 Cadillac DTS problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 58,000 miles; 41% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.