2014 Cadillac XTS recalls and problems
The 2014 Cadillac XTS has 4 safety recalls and 50 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Cadillac dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2014 Cadillac XTS recalls
Recall 14V-541: Parking Brake
Problem: 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 September 2, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the electronic parking brake piston actuation arm may not fully retract causing the brake pads to stay partially engaged.
Risk: Brake pads that remain partially engaged with the rotors may cause excessive brake heat that may result in a fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic parking brake software, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14471.
Recall 14V-518: Air Bags
Problem: 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. The affected vehicles may have left the factory with the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) set to "manufacturing mode."
Risk: In manufacturing mode, the vehicle's air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers are to reprogram the SDM to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14532.
Recall 14V-409: Steering
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Improperly torqued fasteners may cause the steering intermediate shaft and the steering gear and/or the lower control arm and the lower ball joint to separate.
Risk: If any of the components separate, the vehicle may have a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM began to notify owners on June 27, 2014, and dealers will inspect the fasteners for correct torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac) or 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14378.
Recall 14V-116: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, through March 7, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a cavity plug on the brake booster pump connector may dislodge allowing corrosion of the brake booster pump relay connector.
Risk: The corrosion of the brake booster pump relay connector may cause a resistive short and melt the connector, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will apply sealant to the connector cavity plugs, re-route the vacuum pump vent hose and replace the front body wiring harnesses as needed, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339. GM's number for this recall is 14062.
2014 Cadillac XTS problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 16 | |
| Suspension | 11 | |
| Unknown or Other | 9 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 | |
| Steering | 4 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | |
| Air Bags | 3 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 2 | |
| Wheels | 2 |
Most reported parts
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Catalytic Convertor — 2
- Wheels › Rim — 1
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
- Electrical System › Adas › Video Monitor/Screen — 1
- Tires › Sidewall — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
- Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,200 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2014 Cadillac XTS complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Cadillac XTS years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2014 Cadillac XTS have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2014 Cadillac XTS: 14V-541 (parking brake), 14V-518 (air bags), 14V-409 (steering), 14V-116 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Cadillac XTS?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (16 reports), followed by suspension (11). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,200 miles.
Are Cadillac recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cadillac dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.