PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated May 2026
2009–2015
Model years affected
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Start my diagnosis →Gasoline leaks tied to four confirmed vehicle fires
Check engine light: On
The largest complaint category (35+ complaints) describes fuel tank flange cracks and fuel pump relay/pump defects causing gasoline leaks, strong fuel odors, fuel starvation, and engine stalls. Four separate vehicle fire incidents are confirmed, directly caused by gasoline leaks — one complaint describes a 'massive fireball and car fire' during highway driving.
No warning, at highway speeds
Check engine light: On
A second large complaint category (25+ complaints, likely overlapping with the fuel-system problems above) describes unexpected engine shutdown while driving with no warning, with multiple incidents occurring at 60+ mph.
Same symptoms as the recalled population, but no coverage
Check engine light: On
Multiple complainants explicitly note their VINs were excluded from NHTSA recall campaigns 12V521000 and 16V373000 despite exhibiting identical symptoms to the recalled population.
Owners report their VINs excluded from two separate recall campaigns on this vehicle.
One incident resulted in a rollover when brakes then failed
Check engine light: On
Transmission/gear-shift complaints describe the shifter becoming stuck in Drive and unable to come out, with one severe incident resulting in a vehicle rollover after the brakes then failed.
Rippling reflects sunlight directly into the driver's eyes
Check engine light: Off
Dashboard/interior complaints describe leather separation, bubbling, and rippling severe enough to cause windshield glare, with one complaint stating the rippling causes sun to reflect directly into the driver's eyes.
This generation has confirmed recall coverage (Campaigns 12V521000 and 16V373000), but multiple owners report their VINs excluded from BOTH campaigns despite identical symptoms. Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
IMPORTANT — THIS GENERATION HAS FOUR CONFIRMED FIRE INCIDENTS. The largest complaint category (35+ complaints) describes fuel tank flange cracks and fuel pump relay/pump defects causing gasoline leaks, strong fuel odors, fuel starvation, and engine stalls. Four separate vehicle fire incidents are confirmed, directly caused by gasoline leaks from the fuel system — one complaint describes a 'massive fireball and car fire' occurring during highway driving. No deaths or injuries are reported from these specific fire incidents, but the severity and repeat count place this among the most serious fire-risk clusters documented. A similar electrical defect is reported on the Cadillac DTS. A second large complaint category (25+ complaints) describes unexpected engine shutdown while driving at highway speeds with no warning. Multiple complainants explicitly note their VINs were excluded from BOTH applicable recall campaigns (12V521000 and 16V373000) despite identical symptoms.