Sell your 2009 Cadillac DTS for cash

The 2009 Cadillac DTS is a full-size car that came with a 4.6L 8-cyl engine. At 17 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2009 Cadillac DTS at a glance

Body style	Large Cars
Engines	4.6L 8-cyl
Transmissions	Automatic 4-spd
Drive	Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel	Regular Gasoline
Fuel economy	15 city / 22–23 highway / 18 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost	$3,700 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂	494 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA	2 configurations
Age	17 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

Age: at 17 years old, most of a 2009 DTS's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
Weight: as a full-size car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
Recalls: NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 DTS. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 72,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2009 Cadillac DTS recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2009 Cadillac DTS. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Electrical SystemJun 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V355000

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) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse…

Risk: 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. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, an

Electrical SystemJun 2010 · NHTSA campaign 10V240000

Gm is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 buick, lucerne; Cadillac DTS; hummer h2; model year 2008-2009 buick enclave; Cadillac cts; model year 2007-2009 Cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, silverado, suburban, tahoe; gmc acadia, sierra, yukon, yukon xl; saturn outlook; and model year 2009 chevrolet…

Risk: It is possible for the heated washer module to ignite and a fire may occur.

Common 2009 DTS problems

Owners have filed 35 complaints about the 2009 Cadillac DTS with NHTSA. 1 report involved a crash and 1 report involved a fire. Owners reported 3 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

Electrical System10
Service Brakes6
Engine4
Seats4
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Steering3

Typical mileage when problems were reported

Electrical System72,000 mi
Service Brakes70,000 mi
Engine79,000 mi
Seats42,000 mi
Fuel/Propulsion System48,000 mi
Steering7,000 mi

2009 Cadillac DTS service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 961 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2009 Cadillac DTS. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

Equipment152
Equipment131
Electrical System93
Engine and Engine Cooling56
Equipment52
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility41

Recent bulletins

OtherSep 2025 · 13598
New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2025 · PIC5650M
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with
Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2025 · PIP5601C
This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMay 2025 · PIT5074R
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Other Cadillac DTS years

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Selling a 2009 DTS: questions

How much is a 2009 Cadillac DTS worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2009 DTS that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2009 DTSs that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2009 DTS with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2009 Cadillac DTS; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2009 DTS?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

EPA fuel economy data (specs and MPG)fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA recallsnhtsa.gov
NHTSA complaints, service bulletins and investigationsnhtsa.gov

Data retrieved October 2026.

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