2008 Cadillac DTS engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 16 complaints for the 2008 Cadillac DTS, 13% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 16 13% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 91,000 miles 14 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 0 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 2 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 9 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 1 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 14 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 91,000 miles, and 7% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 fire.
What owners wrote
The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle there was smoke coming from under the hood. Upon inspection, it was discovered that engine oil had leaked onto the hot surface in the engine compartment. The leaking oil also caused damage to the alternator. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 115,000.
Lower engine oil leak. I understand that this is a common problem dating back a number of years and cadillac has not rectified the problem and has not issued a recall. I am forced to install a new engine because the problem is so costly to resolve. Approximately $4,500. Is there any class action against cadillac or is there any relief available.
Other problems reported for the 2008 Cadillac DTS
- Electrical system 39 complaints