VehicleVerdict

Cadillac Calais years to avoid

Across 1971–1974, no single Calais year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1974 drew the most complaints; 1974 the fewest.

0

Total complaints

3

Recall campaigns

1971–1974

Years covered

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Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Cadillac Calais NHTSA complaints by model year1 complaints1971: 0 complaints1972: 0 complaints1974: 0 complaints
Cadillac Calais NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every Calais year

YearComplaintsRecalls
197401
197202
197101

Common questions

What is the best year for the Cadillac Calais?

By complaint volume, 1974 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Calais years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Cadillac Calais have?

Across all model years, the Calais has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.