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Cadillac CT4 A2XX

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

4.0 / 5.0 · Based on 2 engine variants

Engine Overview

The Cadillac CT4 A2XX is available with 2 engine variants — from 231 to 329 hp.

2.0L Turbo I4 (LSY) · Petrol· 228 PS
2020 2025
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
CT4-V · Petrol· 314 PS
2020 2025
Good Choice 5 weaknesses

The Cadillac 2.0L Turbo I4 (LSY) (Petrol, 228 PS) has the LSY (2.0L Turbo I4 (LSY)) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.

The Cadillac CT4-V (Petrol, 314 PS) has the L3B (2.7L Turbo I4) — rated: "Good Choice", 5 known weaknesses.

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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
Recall: Curtain Airbag (2020-2022)

Curtain airbags may not deploy correctly in a crash — mounting points defective. Recall with free rework.

Low
Recall: 10-Speed Control Valve (2020-2021)

Control valve body in 10-speed transmission can select wrong gear — recall for 2020-2021 models.

Low
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Above average
24 complaints · 2020–2025
Engine
7 ⚠ 1
Steering
6
Electrical
5 ⚠ 1
Brakes
5
Collision Avoidance
4

Top Reported Issues

Engine (7 complaints)
Steering (6 complaints)
Electrical (5 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 14 weaknesses have been documented for the Cadillac CT4 A2XX (2020–2025) — 9 engine-related and 5 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Electronics, Gearbox. Considered reliable: L3B (2.7L Turbo I4).

CT4 (LSY, 2020–2025) — Be Careful: Thrust bearing wear — crank walk (LSY), Thermal management valve failure (LSY), High-pressure fuel pump failure (LSY). Power: 228 PS.

What to watch out for with the Cadillac CT4? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Cadillac CT4 A2XX have? +
The Cadillac CT4 A2XX has 9 known engine weaknesses and 5 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Cadillac CT4 A2XX? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: L3B (2.7L Turbo I4). The most reliable engine is the L3B (2.7L Turbo I4) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the L3B (2.7L Turbo I4).
Which Cadillac CT4 A2XX engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Cadillac CT4 A2XX. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 5 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Cadillac CT4 A2XX engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Cadillac CT4 A2XX — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} 314 hp and 500+ Nm from 1,500 rpm out of a four-cylinder. Feels like a small V8 up to 4,000 rpm, above that the four-cylinder character shows. Rear-wheel drive, 10-speed auto, MagneRide suspension. A serious sports sedan for a fraction of the Blackwing price.
Is the Cadillac CT4 A2XX worth buying used? +
The Cadillac CT4 A2XX is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 2 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Cadillac CT4 A2XX? +
The Cadillac CT4 A2XX is available with engine variants from 231 to 329 hp. Petrol: LSY (2.0L Turbo I4 (LSY)), L3B (2.7L Turbo I4).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee