2014 Cadillac Xts: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2014 Cadillac Xts: 4 recalls, 50 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #14V116000 · 2014 · 63,903 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, a cavity plug on the brake booster pump connector May dislodge allowing corrosion of the brake booster pump relay connector.
Why it matters: The corrosion of the brake booster pump relay connector May cause a resistive short and melt the connector, increasing the risk of a fire.
The 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.
Steering Vehicle recall #14V409000 · 2014 · 106 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: If any of the components separate, the vehicle May have a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Airbags Vehicle recall #14V518000 · 2014 · 5 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles May have left the factory with the sensing and diagnostic module (sdm) set to "manufacturing mode."
Why it matters: In manufacturing mode, the vehicle's air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
The 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.
Parking brake Vehicle recall #14V541000 · 2014 · 205,309 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the electronic parking brake piston actuation arm May not fully retract causing the brake pads to stay partially engaged.
Why it matters: Brake pads that remain partially engaged with the rotors May cause excessive brake heat that May result in a fire.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic parking brake software, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (16): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2), electrical failure (2), warning light on (2).
- Suspension (11): the most common themes are steering problems (2).
- Other / unknown (9): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
- Brakes (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2014 Cadillac Xts has 50 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 7 Xts model years for complaints (1.6× the average Xts year). Complaints peaked in 2020 (10 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 40,100 miles. Neighboring years: 2013 (103 complaints, 5 recalls), 2015 (14 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 28 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Cadillac Xts have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2014 Cadillac Xts. 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 2014 Cadillac Xts problems?
Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (16), suspension (11), other / unknown (9).
What gas mileage does the 2014 Cadillac Xts get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.6 L, Automatic (S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2014 Cadillac Xts 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.