Cadillac XLR recalls and problems
4 recalls and 80 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
4
Complaints
80
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
1
Choose a model year
Cadillac XLR by year
Most reported Cadillac XLR problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 27 | |
| Electrical System | 8 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 | |
| Power Train | 6 | |
| Visibility | 5 | |
| Unknown or Other | 5 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
All Cadillac XLR recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06V-263 | Jul 19, 2006 | 2004–2005 | Exterior Lighting | On certain passenger vehicles, the daylight running lights (Drl), turn signal, and parking lamps use the same bulb. |
| 05V-046 | Feb 9, 2005 | 2004 | Vehicle Speed Control | Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 04V-525 | Nov 3, 2004 | 2004–2005 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Certain passenger vehicles were produced with one or both rear brake hydraulic lines that can come in contact with or be affected by heat from the left engine exhaust manifold and the left exhaust pipe. |
| 04V-273 | Jun 9, 2004 | 2004 | Steering | On certain passenger vehicles involved in this campaign, the lower control arm ball stud nut/washer assemblies with washers were made of the wrong material. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Cadillac XLR?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2004 Cadillac XLR has the most reports (34). Check the 2004 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Cadillac XLR have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering Cadillac XLR model years 2004–2005.
What are the most common Cadillac XLR problems?
Owners report structure, electrical system, exterior lighting problems most often.