2005 Cadillac CTS

Introduction

The 2005 Cadillac CTS is a mid-size luxury sedan known for its stylish design, powerful engines, and refined interior. It was offered with a range of engine and transmission options:

• 3.6L V6 with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission
• 2.8L V6 with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission

Engine

3.6L V6

Water Pump Failure

• Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, overheating, engine seizing
• Solution: Replace water pump
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+
• Recalls: None Found

2.8L V6

No Issues Found

Transmission

5-Speed Manual

Synchro Meshing Issues

• Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting, grinding noises
• Solution: Replace synchronizers
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
• Recalls: None Found

5-Speed Automatic

Shift Solenoid Failure

• Description/Symptoms: Harsh shifting, slipping, stuck in gear
• Solution: Replace shift solenoid
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+
• Recalls: None Found

Suspension

No Issues Found

Electrical

Power Window Module

• Description/Symptoms: Intermittent windows, windows not responding to controls
• Solution: Replace power window module
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600+
• Recalls: None Found

Exterior

Headlight Switch Failure

• Description/Symptoms: Headlights not functioning
• Solution: Replace headlight switch
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $300+
• Recalls: None Found

Interior

Climate Control Display

• Description/Symptoms: Display fading, not displaying properly
• Solution: Replace climate control display
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
• Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2005 Cadillac CTS has a moderate number of issues, with the engine and transmission being the most affected. The water pump failure and shift solenoid failure are the most expensive and severe issues, while the other issues are relatively minor and less costly to repair.