Cadillac XTS recalls and problems
10 recalls and 226 owner complaints for 7 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
10
Complaints
226
Crashes reported
7
Fires reported
6
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Cadillac XTS by year
Most reported Cadillac XTS problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 80 | |
| Unknown or Other | 42 | |
| Suspension | 41 | |
| Engine | 16 | |
| Service Brakes | 13 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | |
| Wheels | 10 | |
| Air Bags | 9 | |
| Steering | 9 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 |
All Cadillac XTS recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-329 | May 21, 2026 | 2015 | Air Bags | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. |
| 18V-899 | Dec 19, 2018 | 2019 | Seat Belts | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Cadillac XTS vehicles. |
| 18V-576 | Aug 30, 2018 | 2018–2019 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and… |
| 15V-666 | Oct 16, 2015 | 2015 | Air Bags | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. |
| 14V-541 | Sep 9, 2014 | 2013–2015 | Parking Brake | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 22, 2014, and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to… |
| 14V-518 | Aug 28, 2014 | 2013–2014 | Air Bags | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured April 11, 2013, to June 27, 2013, and 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured May 13, 2013, to November 5, 2013. |
| 14V-409 | Jul 2, 2014 | 2014 | Steering | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. |
| 14V-116 | Mar 17, 2014 | 2013–2014 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, through March 7, 2014. |
| 13V-220 | May 24, 2013 | 2013 | Exterior Lighting, Electrical System | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac ATS and model year 2013 Cadillac XTS; model year 2014 Chevrolet Impala; and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles. |
| 12V-525 | Oct 31, 2012 | 2013 | Seats | General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured from October 12, 2011, through August 30, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Cadillac XTS?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2013 Cadillac XTS has the most reports (103). Check the 2013 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Cadillac XTS have?
NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls covering Cadillac XTS model years 2013–2015, 2018–2019.
What are the most common Cadillac XTS problems?
Owners report electrical system, unknown or other, suspension problems most often.