Cadillac XTS Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Cadillac XTS — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Excellent | 1 | 6 | — | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2018Best | Excellent | — | 5 | 2 | — | — | Unknown Or Other | Full report → |
| 2017 | Good | — | 11 | — | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2016 | Good | — | 13 | 1 | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2015 | Good | 1 | 11 | — | 2 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2014 | Caution | 4 | 40 | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2013Worst | Avoid | 5 | 80 | — | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
7 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Cadillac XTS Problems
Based on 166 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Cadillac XTS Reliability
What year XTS has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2013 Cadillac XTS had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 80 complaints and 5 safety recalls. See the full 2013 report for specific defects.
Is the Cadillac XTS reliable?
The Cadillac XTS has accumulated 166 owner-filed complaints and 11 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2018 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used XTS.
What are the most common XTS problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Electrical System (43 reports), Suspension (21 reports), Unknown Or Other (17 reports), Engine (9 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my XTS has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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