Cadillac XTS Complaints

226 consumer complaints on file.

#11772676October 21, 2026
STEERING
The contact owns a 2019 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn, and the contact pulled over to the side of the road. Upon turning off and restarting the vehicle, the power steering operated as intended. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V086000 (Steering). The failure mileage was 109,133.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11764587September 15, 2026
SUSPENSION
Stabilink light intermittently turns on vehicle hestates act if it’s going to quit
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11750310July 14, 2026
EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I have a 2015 Cadillac XTS I am experiencing water in the headlight and condensation I am well aware of there have been many complaints about this issue I would like Cadillac to repair this
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735040May 1, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that several codes will intermittently illuminate on the vehicle, such as code 813, which refers to a transmission communication failure; a malfunction with the Instrument or Cluster (IPC); and code 62, which refers to the Body Control Module (recalls 13 and 158). The Power Steering, Drive Carefully, and Suspension warning lights would illuminate. The instrument panel would suddenly black out, or certain monitoring systems, such as the speedometer, would fail. All failures would occur intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, who informed them that water intrusion into a bulk cluster behind the bumper of the front passenger's wheel, where several wires for different systems of the vehicle are interconnected. The vehicle was drained, dried, and sealed with silicone. The failures persisted. The contact completed some research and learned of NHTSA Campaign Number: 14v116000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) online, which they believed could be related to their failure. The dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the VIN was not included in any open recalls at the time. The vehicle was not repaired again. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11728969April 3, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Cadillac XTS. After the purchase, the contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale in July of 2024. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 128,000. The contact stated that while attempting to obtain an extended warranty for the vehicle, the contact was informed that the vehicle had been subjected to odometer fraud. The contact was informed that in 2022, the mileage was documented as 198,000. The contact researched to track the VIN and became aware that before the vehicle was purchased, the previous owner had logged the mileage as 145,000. The contact had not filed a report with any other agencies.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11716757February 9, 2026
SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR
The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear suspension was bouncing, and the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. The message to "Check Leveling System" was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact researched and became aware of a recall; however, the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was taken to the residence and the vehicle was self-diagnosed and it was determined that the stabilizer bar had detached. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report a failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11703855December 8, 2025
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Automatic Headlamp Leveling System malfunction causing safety issues with nighttime driving.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11698180November 7, 2025
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated while parked and occupied in the vehicle, attempting to start the vehicle infotainment system displays a black screen and glitched. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnoses. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mention the failure has occurred on two different occasions. The manufacture was notified of the failure and they informed him that he will have to pay out of pocket for the cost of the repair. The approximate failure mileage was 122,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11682660August 24, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
My back brakes have locked up on me while going 65 miles a hour. It was smoking bad when I had to get back home.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11678327August 4, 2025
PARKING BRAKE
The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact slowly drove the vehicle to the residence five streets away. The contact exited the vehicle and performed an inspection of the vehicle. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the front passenger’s side rotor was red-hot. The contact poured water on the rotor and steam filled the air. A mobile mechanic was contacted, and the vehicle was diagnosed with a seized brake chamber. The contact was informed that the electric parking brake needed to be replaced with an unknown part. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V541000 (Parking Brake); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The manufacturer confirmed that the recall repair was performed in September 2014 on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 166,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11673119July 13, 2025
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Cracking on the white walls & splitting on the gold line wall I purchased the tires new (thinking) they was new with a warranty from discount tire witch they were new not used but already two years old & when I took them back to discount tire they said they was discontinued and they had took just a deduction off the tires with a warranty and it was just like buying some new ones I ask the salesman what's the point of the warranty he don't know or help I couldn't afford to pay for some new ones & I have to make it to work and than the other one did the same I reached out to the manufacturer and send him pictures and the receipt just a run around I had just replaced them again & the date is from 2022 it's 2025 please hold them accountable thanks in advance contact me @ [XXX] please INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11667819June 18, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Light come dash board stabilitrak light light for master break steering it has been in many wrecks and they sold it to me it keeps going sometimes when you hit the breaks jump’s stuffers the drivers seat goes all the way back when you get out off car
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11665993June 10, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
currently experiencing transmission shuddering — likely due to a torque converter issue. This was confirmed by an experienced mechanic at the dealership of Cadillac. After doing deep research I’ve learned is documented in Technical Service Bulletins such as TSB 18-NA-355 and 19-NA-121. The shuddering has caused the vehicle to slow down or speed up when at cruising speeds. There were no warning lights nor messages, but I've started to experience the issue/symptoms for about a month now. Which came out of nowhere. Recently, I replaced the transmission cooler line and performed a drain and fill, but the shudder continues.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11664617June 3, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the brakes had been previously replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact self-diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the rear brakes were failing. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was inspected, and the contact was informed that there was no failure found with the rear brakes. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V576000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 51,870.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11664676June 3, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that upon shifting the vehicle into reverse, the rearview camera failed to display a rearview image. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the rearview camera. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V709000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 80,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656856April 25, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My VIN is not associated with the recall, identified as NHTSA ID 12V525. It affected 12,626 2013 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured between October 12, 2011, and August 30, 2012. However, the rear seat headrests in this 2013 Cadillac XTS will not stay in the upright position. SAFETY CONCERN: This could lead to the headrest collapsing during a crash, potentially increasing the risk of injury to rear seat occupant I called my local dealer Red Nolan Cadillac and they informed me that since the VIN is not associated with the recall, they cannot help me with a replacement unless I pay $497 for labor and parts to replace the headrests in the rear of my vehicle. HELP!!! I believe this is a safety issue when someone is in the back seat. It has already been identified as a safety issue. The rear seat headrest mechanism may not engage properly, causing the headrest to not lock in the upright position after being folded forward. REMEDY:The recall involved replacing the affected headrest mechanisms with a revised design.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11654116April 11, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
In 2019, GM released service bulletin 18-NA-358 that confirms the company's knowledge of of defective parts in transmissions. I have a 2017 Cadillac XTS experiencing these symptoms and GM should be responsible for parts failing due to metal shavings. This needs to be a recall. The transmissions are not getting gas, shuddering, and stalling when accelerating. This shuddering has almost caused me to be in many accidents. The vehicle owner should not be responsible for replacing expensive parts and entire transmissions due to metal shavings stalling transmissions.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11645576February 28, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
As I’m driving with cruise set my brake lamps intermittently flashing without breaking and the cruise control potentially disengage. A software glitch in the body controls module. Plus, my passenger light says the dim light it out when it’s not. I’v had a mechanic replace the light multiple times and he says it something in the wiring.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11643773February 19, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the hazard lights unintendedly illuminated, and all the doors failed to unlock as needed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle remained at the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,200.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642498February 13, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
I have replaced my low beam 4 times and it’s still showing the light is out and it is. My cruise control disengaged when I’m driving above 65 with the cruise set and there’s no cars in front of me.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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