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Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Brake Problems

105 messages,  Last post on May 11, 2013 at 12:52 PM

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#97 of 105 Re: 2004 Cadi CTS break problem [sirpontiac] by luckyodds

Sep 24, 2012 (1:35 pm)

Replying to: sirpontiac (Sep 24, 2012 7:24 am)
Dear Mr. or Ms. Sirpontiac,
 
Thanks so much for your response! I called two GM dealers about my CTS breaking problem to see if they had any knowledge of this issue. Absolutely not a clue -- never heard of such a problem. They were not interested in referring to the suggested Tech Bulletin - (air in system.) Was told had to bring car in to see if they could replicate, then maybe fix. At least $100.00 + for the effort, and God only knows if/when the replication would occur and what the cost would be. My own angle mechanic will take the car for a while to see if the problem occurs while he has it. I will give him all of the info gathered here. Again, many thanks. I will post when I have any new information.

#98 of 105 Re: ABS wiring harness short--Solution! [sirpontiac] by dj816

Sep 25, 2012 (2:35 pm)

Replying to: sirpontiac (Aug 24, 2012 1:39 pm)
Thanks for the info. I too have an 06 CTS that has a braking issue when pulling into a parking space. I had originally thought that I would have to replace a wheel sensor since it was the most logical source of the problem. I had not had the code checked yet, and I have adjusted my parking habits so that I would not have a difficult time stopping. Your solution makes more sense as the problem is intermitent and only occurs during a sharp right hand turn. By the way I normally only get the error codes when I am backing out with the wheels turned sharp right, but it might be that the error code comes on when I pull into the space and I turn off the ignition before I notice the code. I will be checking the wiring to see if that is the source of the problem.
 
ps
Sarah GM
Since it is apparent that GM monitors this site, why is there not even a technical service bulletin out regarding a possible fix instead of dealerships resorting to thowing parts at the problem hoping it goes away? Based on the posts, it is not a new or isolated issue It would seem to be in your best interest to help technicians find a permanent solution, especially since the wiring solution would be a quick and inexpensive fix. At the very least they could check the wiring for continuity.

#99 of 105 Re: ABS wiring harness short--Solution! [dj816] by gmcustsvcsarah

Sep 26, 2012 (6:36 am)

Replying to: dj816 (Sep 25, 2012 2:35 pm)
Good morning dj816,
 
Thank you for your feedback, and I can certainly understand your perspective given our frequent posts on the forum.
 
We are customer service and we do take note of concerns when a thread begins to grow (usually 5+ people having the same concerns with the same model year of a vehicle), and this information is passed along. However, where it goes from there it is difficult to say.
 
Christina and my primary objective is to help individuals get their individual concerns addressed if they choose to work with our dealerships.
 
Good, bad, or otherwise, this is where we're at. I can say that we do get visitors to our location from other departments within GM and we are able to draw attention to forums like Edmunds.
 
Again, thank you for your feedback and patience. I hope that the fix proposed by sirpontiac works for your CTS if you decide to go that route!
 
Sarah, GM Customer Service

#100 of 105 CTS-V brakes too good, caused Onstar problem on racetrack by elias

Sep 29, 2012 (5:08 am)

at CTS-V driving experience a few weeks ago, during the portion where we learned what 100% braking could do with the car, OnStar called one of the drivers to indicate they were sending emergency crews because the car notified them that it had been in a collision.
 
That's how good the brakes are, capable of that much G impulse-force to seem like a collision to an accelerometer.
 
The driver responded, "I'm too busy driving to talk right now, we are on a racetrack. We did not crash, do not send EMTs or fire crews."
 
Personally I was disappointed that I somehow did not brake the rented CTS-V enough to get a call from Onstar.

#101 of 105 Re: ABS wiring harness short--Solution! [dj816] by bob1922

Nov 25, 2012 (11:26 am)

Replying to: dj816 (Sep 25, 2012 2:35 pm)
I would be interrested in hearing whether you had the wiring checked and if so, was it the problem.
 
Thanks.

#102 of 105 Re: ABS wiring harness short--Solution! [dj816] by bob1922

Nov 25, 2012 (11:26 am)

Replying to: dj816 (Sep 25, 2012 2:35 pm)
I would be interrested in hearing whether you had the wiring checked and if so, was it the problem.
 
Thanks.

#103 of 105 Re: ABS wiring harness short--Solution! [bob1922] by sirpontiac

Nov 25, 2012 (2:32 pm)

Replying to: bob1922 (Nov 25, 2012 11:26 am)
I tested the wires with an Ohm meter, once off the car. At first it looked like the wires were okay until I manipulated the harness to simulate the approximate position it would be in while turning. Readings went from zero to the meter being pegged.
Most important; I have no issues any longer!
 
Hope this helps!
Brian

#104 of 105 No Brakes During Slow, Hard Right Turns by brendak1

May 11, 2013 (8:31 am)

I have a 2007 CTS with 56k miles. I have had my brakes pulsate, grind, and fail while pulling into a parking space 4 times in the last 12 months now. Luckily no damage has been done, yet. I talked to a Cadillac service writer about this and he told me he hadn't heard of any recalls. I don't want to just throw parts at the problem. In the meantime, I try not to park in spots where I have to make a hard right.

#105 of 105 Re: No Brakes During Slow, Hard Right Turns [brendak1] by gmcustsvc

May 11, 2013 (12:52 pm)

Replying to: brendak1 (May 11, 2013 8:31 am)
brendak1,
 
If you would like, you can always email us at socialmediagm.com so we can verify there are no recalls associated with your vehicle. I do suggest you at least get a diagnosis from a Cadillac Dealership.
 
Erica Tiffany
GM Customer Service

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