The 2012 Cadillac CTS is documented here with 1 trim and full specifications. It belongs to the cadillac-cts-ii-coupe generation (2011–2014). Performance figures reach up to 564 hp, a top speed of 241 km/h, and 0–100 km/h in as little as 6.3 s. The most efficient trim returns 12.4 L/100 km combined.
2012 CTS at a glance
- Max power
- 564 hp
- Top speed
- up to 241 km/h
- 0–100 km/h
- from 6.30 sec
- Best fuel economy
- 12.4 L/100km combined
- Lowest CO₂
- 291 g/km
- Length
- 4789 mm
About the cadillac-cts-ii-coupe generation
2011–2014 | Coupe | length 4789 mm, width 1883 mm, height 1422 mm, wheelbase 2880 mm | Engines: V 6.2 V8 (564 Hp) Automatic, V 6.2 V8 (564 Hp), +3 more; up to 564 Hp
Produced 2011–2014. See all generations →
Recalls & safety notices (2)
Source: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Applicable to US-market 2012 Cadillac CTS vehicles.
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14V394000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION 2014-07-02
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 2, 2014 that they are recalling 554,328 model year 2003-2014 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured August 16, 2001, to April 28, 2014, and 2004-2006 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured March 20, 2003, to August 11, 2006. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14172.
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11V536000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM 2011-11-02
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CADILLAC CTS VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 21, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 26, 2011. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE POWER VACUUM BRAKE BOOST PUSHROD RETENTION NUT MAY NOT BE TORQUED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. IF THE NUT IS NOT TORQUED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION, THE NUT COULD LOOSEN AND ALLOW THE PUSHROD TO SEPARATE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF ABILITY TO BRAKE AND a vehicle CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy: CADILLAC DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POWER VACUUM BRAKE BOOST PUSHROD RETENTION NUT, AND IF NECESSARY, TORQUE THE NUT TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 1, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006.
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the 2012 Cadillac CTS?
The 2012 Cadillac CTS produces up to 564 hp across its trims, with a top speed of 241 km/h.
Is the 2012 Cadillac CTS fuel efficient?
The most efficient 2012 CTS trim returns about 12.4 L/100 km in combined driving.
Are there recalls on the 2012 Cadillac CTS?
Yes — 2 recall campaigns from the U.S. NHTSA are listed for the 2012 Cadillac CTS below, including the affected component and the official remedy.