2020 CADILLAC CT4

Recalls, Specs & Safety Report

4RecallsNHTSA Verified3ComplaintsNHTSA Data1InvestigationsNHTSA Data
Expert Verdict
ℹ️Average Safety Profile

This 2020 model shows average reliability, primarily driven by 4 recalls affecting the air bags system.

Key Factor:air bags recalls

πŸ“‹Why This Matters

Understanding recall history helps predict future ownership costs. Each unaddressed issue represents potential repair expenses.

Insurance companies review vehicle reliability data when setting premiums. Models with elevated recall rates often see adjusted pricing.

Focus Area:general reliability
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Expert Analysis

The 2020 CT4 analysis highlights key safety metrics.

Critical Component: Stall

Safety & Reliability Score

63/100
Average

Score Breakdown

Recall Impact-32
Complaint Impact-0.15
Investigation Impact-5

Technical Specifications

Key specifications for the 2020 CADILLAC CT4

Model Year2020
MakeCADILLAC
ModelCT4
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle

Safety History Timeline

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Jan20
NEWProduction
Jan20
RECALLRecall Issued
May21
RECALLRecall Issued
Jul21
ISSUEFirst Report
Aug22
RECALLRecall Issued
Apr23
INVInvestigation Opened
Jun25
RECALLRecall Issued

Consumer Complaint Analysis

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Most Reported Issue

1 complaints (33% of total)
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Complaint Trend

Stable
No trend data
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Safety Incidents

No critical incidents

Complaint Severity Distribution

Breakdown of 3 consumer complaints by severity level.

🟑Medium
1(33%)
🟒Low
2(67%)
βœ…Good News: No critical or high-severity complaints reported for this vehicle.

Mileage Failure Analysis

βš™οΈEngineering Insight

Based on consumer reports, issues for this vehicle tend to peak around the 0-20k mileage range. The average reported failure mileage is 24,000 miles.

πŸ“Š Mileage data extracted from 2 of 3 complaints (67% coverage)
0-20k
1 reports (50%)
20k-40k
0 reports (0%)
40k-60k
1 reports (50%)
60k-80k
0 reports (0%)
80k-100k
0 reports (0%)
100k+
0 reports (0%)
* Analysis based on mileage data extracted from consumer complaint descriptions. Actual failure rates may vary.

πŸ› οΈ DIY Diagnosis Center

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Primary Risk Areas

AIR BAGSSERVICE BRAKESEXTERIOR LIGHTINGPOWER TRAIN

Official Safety Recalls (4)

Campaign: 21V611000

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Summary

General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Cadillac CT4 and CT5 vehicles. The roof rail side-curtain air bags may not have been installed correctly, which could result in an improper air bag deployment during a crash.

Consequence

Air bags that do not deploy properly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect both left and right-side roof rail air bags and reinstall the air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 30, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212342780.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

Campaign: 20V588000

SERVICE BRAKES

Summary

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.

Consequence

If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202307260.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Campaign: 22V903000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Summary

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. 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

DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

Campaign: 25V148000

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Summary

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cadillac CT6, 2020-2021 CT4, CT5, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles equipped with a 10-speed transmission. The transmission may become damaged internally and cause the wheels to lock-up.

Consequence

Wheel lock-up while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install transmission control module monitoring software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242480630.

Additional Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

NHTSA Investigations

1 investigation

Official NHTSA safety investigations for 2020 CT4.

INV-2020-1000🟒 Closed

NHTSA opened investigation after receiving consumer complaints regarding CT4 performance issues.

Opened: Affected Units: 52,862

Consumer Complaints

3 total complaints

Consumer-reported issues submitted to NHTSA for 2020 CT4.

Common Reported SymptomsAI Analysis

Stall33%
Acceleration Issues33%
Hesitate33%
Display33%
OtherπŸ”΅ Low
UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Right rear brake light is out. There is a lot of moisture in the tail light causing the lights to corrode and go out

May 31, 2025Under Review
Engine/PowertrainπŸ”Ά Medium
ENGINE

The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac CT4. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, on several occasions, the vehicle failed to accelerate, hesitated, and then stalled. The vehicle was towed on three occasions to the local dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. There were no DTC codes retrieved. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

Jun 5, 2024Resolved
Safety SystemsπŸ”΅ Low
AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac CT4. The contact stated that the "Service Safety Restraint System" message was displayed on the instrument panel while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the air bags needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the parts not yet being available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 3,000.

Jul 20, 2021Resolved

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any recalls for the 2020 CADILLAC CT4?

Yes, the 2020 CADILLAC CT4 has 4 recorded recalls from NHTSA. These recalls cover various components including AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE.

Is the 2020 CADILLAC CT4 safe to drive?

The 2020 CADILLAC CT4 has 4 recalls. If you own this vehicle, check with your dealer to ensure all recall repairs have been completed. Most recalls have free remedies available.

Where can I check if my 2020 CADILLAC CT4 has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by visiting NHTSA.gov and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), or by contacting your local CADILLAC dealer.

🎯Risk Areas & Recommended Actions

Based on recall data, these components require verification:

1

Air bags

Issue: increases crash or loss-of-control risk

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm air bags recall is complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all air bags recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaign:21V611000
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Service brakes

Issue: increases crash or loss-of-control risk

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm service brakes recall is complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all service brakes recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaign:20V588000
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Exterior lighting

Issue: increases crash or loss-of-control risk

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If you already own this vehicle: Contact your dealer immediately to confirm exterior lighting recall is complete. Recall repairs are always free.

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If you are evaluating a used example: Request VIN and verify all exterior lighting recalls are completed before purchase.

Campaign:22V903000
πŸ’‘Visit NHTSA.gov or contact your CADILLAC dealer to verify recall completion status.

🧭What This Means for You

Families with young passengers, pregnant drivers, or those with frequent highway commutes should prioritize this information.

If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.

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If You Own This Vehicle

  • Verify all 4 recalls have been completed using your VIN at NHTSA.gov or through your CADILLAC dealer.
  • If any recalls are open, schedule service immediatelyβ€”recall repairs are always free.
  • Consider setting up VIN-specific alerts to receive notification of future recalls.
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If You're Buying Used

  • Request documentation proving all recalls were addressed before finalizing purchase.
  • Factor potential recall-related service time into your ownership cost estimates.
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Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Last updated: January 10, 2026.