2025 Cadillac XT5: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Cadillac XT5: 1 recall, 6 owner complaints and up to 24 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #24V459000 · 2024 · 6,942 vehicles
What's wrong: The instrument panel May not illuminate when the hazard warning lights, high beams, or turn signals are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "controls and displays" and 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and assoc. Equipment."
Why it matters: Without the illuminated reminder, the driver could fail to turn off the lights when no longer needed. Hazard warning lights, high beams, or turn signals that remain activated unintentionally can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Forward collision avoidance (3): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Engine (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2025 Cadillac XT5 has 6 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 10 XT5 model years for complaints (well below the 31 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old. Neighboring years: 2024 (10 complaints, 3 recalls), 2026 (1 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 24 | Premium |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 | Premium |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Cadillac XT5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2025 Cadillac XT5. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2025 Cadillac XT5 problems?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance (3), engine (2), transmission & drivetrain (2).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Cadillac XT5 get?
EPA ratings run up to 24 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S9)), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2025 Cadillac XT5 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.