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Cadillac Xts problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Xts from 2013 to 2019: 225 owner complaints and 15 recalls across 7 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2013 (103), 2014 (50), 2017 (24). Best fuel economy: 22 mpg combined (2019).

Cadillac Xts
Photo: MTSRider18 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical80
Other / unknown42
Suspension41
Engine16
Brakes13
Exterior lights12
Steering11
Wheels10

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2013510321
201445021
201531421
201602221
201702422
20181722
20192522

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Cadillac Xts?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2013 (103), 2014 (50), 2017 (24).

How many recalls has the Cadillac Xts had?

Across 2013–2019, NHTSA lists 15 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).