Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2016 Cadillac CT6. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Park/Position Lights Too Bright/FMVSS 108
- Summary
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The Park/Position lights may be excessively bright. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- The excessive brightness may affect the vision of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install right and left side in-line headlight jumper harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N162016079.
Excess Adhesive on Child Seat Anchor/FMVSS 225
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CT6 vehicles. The inboard child seat anchorage bars may have had excess structural adhesive applied during assembly, which can interfere with the installation of a child seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
- Consequence
- If the child seat cannot be attached correctly to the anchorage bar, there is an increased the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, remove any excess adhesive, and apply anti-corrosion primer to the inboard child seat anchorage bars, free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 18228.
Missing Bolt may Allow Seat Belt Webbing to Detach
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Cadillac CT6 vehicles manufactured July 21, 2016, to July 22, 2016. The bolt that connects the front passenger seat belt webbing to the seat's anchor plate may be missing. Without the bolt, the seat belt webbing may detach from the seat anchor.
- Consequence
- If the seat belt webbing detaches from the seat anchor, the seat belt may not properly restrain the front seat passenger in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing front passenger seat belt webbing anchor bolt, or install a bolt if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on September 24, 2016. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 16035. Note: Owners are advised not to allow an occupant to sit in the front passenger seat until the recall remedy has been performed.
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Owner complaints (11)
11 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 6 | 54.5% |
| Air bags | 2 | 18.2% |
| Engine | 2 | 18.2% |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 18.2% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 9.1% |
| Suspension | 1 | 9.1% |
| Wheels | 1 | 9.1% |
How 2016 compares with other CT6 years
Best and worst CT6 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 11 | 3 |
| 2017 | 17 | 1 |
| 2018 | 9 | 0 |
| 2019 | 17 | 4 |
| 2020 | 11 | 2 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 357 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 25 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 | 357 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,900 | 424 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | $3,200 | 414 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2016 CT6 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2016 Cadillac CT6 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2016 Cadillac CT6 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 21V759000 (lighting), 18V437000 (latch), 16V687000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2016 Cadillac CT6 problems?
Owners filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (6), Air bags (2), Engine (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2016 Cadillac CT6 get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 22 city, 30 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2016 CT6 compare with other years?
Among the 2016–2020 Cadillac CT6 model years at least five years old, the 2018 drew the fewest complaints (9) and the 2019 the most (17). The 2016 drew 11. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.