The Lemon IndexAll cars · Cadillac STS · 2011
2011 Cadillac STS. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Seat belts | 33% |
| Electrical | 33% |
| Lights | 33% |
| Brakes | 33% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 1237
Cadillac filed 1237 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Due to the parasitic drain/discharge on 2011 vehicles and trucks, a no crank/no start
- On some trucks and passenger vehicles, accessory power outlets (apo) and trailer lighting are
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac STS 4 DR AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ |
| Cadillac STS 4 DR FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto (S6) | RWD | 18 / 27 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto (S6) | AWD | 18 / 26 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
YouTube repair topics
200 videos about the 2005–2011 Cadillac STS, 5.1M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Windows, doors & mirrors | 4 | 146K |
| Transmission & shifter | 3 | 87K |
| Death wobble & steering | 2 | 78K |
| Steering & suspension | 1 | 48K |
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 3 | 42K |
| Oil changes & service | 2 | 30K |
| No-start: theft light, key & ignition | 2 | 27K |
| Heat, A/C & blend door | 2 | 27K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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