Cadillac XT6 Recalls (2021-2025)

What recalls does the Cadillac XT6 have?

• 2023-2025 Cadillac XT5 Instrument Cluster Recall (24V459)
  June 20, 2024 · 6,942 vehicles · Electrical System

  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.

  Risk: 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.

  Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge.

• 2023 GMC Acadia Windshield Recall (23V681)
  October 12, 2023 · 42 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield may have been assembled without the proper urethane sealant required to bond the windshield to the vehicle body.

  Risk: A windshield that is not properly bonded may detach during a crash and increase the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the windshield and apply primer and urethane sealant.

• 2023 Cadillac XT6 Transmission Recall (23V172) Repeat recall
  March 16, 2023 · 8,744 vehicles · Transmission

  The transmission may have been built with an incorrect sun gear, which can result in the driver-side half-shaft disengaging from the transmission.

  Risk: A half-shaft disengaging from the transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the sun gears, free of charge.

• 2021 Cadillac XT5 Backup Camera Recall (22V709)
  September 22, 2022 · 95,231 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  The rearview camera coaxial cable connectors may have been crimped improperly, causing the rearview camera to fail or function intermittently.

  Risk: An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the coaxial cables, free of charge.

• 2023 Cadillac XT5 Label Recall (22V708)
  September 22, 2022 · 24 vehicles · Other Equipment

  The certification label located on the driver's side B-pillar contains tire size information that may be illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

  Risk: Illegible tire size information may result in the wrong tires being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the vehicle certification label, free of charge.

• 2022 Cadillac XT5 Fuel Tank Recall (22V446)
  June 23, 2022 · 228 vehicles · Fuel System

  The fuel tank rollover valve may not provide a proper seal in the event of a rollover crash.

  Risk: A fuel tank rollover valve that does not properly seal can result in a fuel leak during a rollover crash, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace the fuel tank shell if the rollover valve is found to be dislodged or missing, free of charge.

• 2022 Cadillac XT5 Rear Suspension Recall (22V427)
  June 16, 2022 · 736 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The left-rear suspension toe link may have been tightened improperly, which could result in a loose or separated toe link.

  Risk: A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the left-rear suspension and replace the fastener if it is loose or missing, free of charge.

• 2022 Cadillac XT6 Brake Fluid Recall (22V392)
  June 2, 2022 · 237 vehicles · Brakes

  The brake fluid reservoir cap may be missing the warning label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

  Risk: Without a warning label, the brake fluid may be unintentionally contaminated by debris, which can affect brake performance and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and replace it, if necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 Cadillac XT5 Fuel Line Recall (21V422)
  June 3, 2021 · 572 vehicles · Fuel System

  The fuel supply lines may be improperly attached and seated.

  Risk: Improperly attached and seated fuel supply lines may loosen or separate, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace fuel supply lines as necessary, free of charge.

Which XT6 parts are recalled most?

Which XT6 model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my XT6 for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 9 Cadillac XT6 campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Cadillac dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are XT6 owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

Your site shows no recalls. I got a recall for a repair I had to have done a few months ago. I just got the recall notice from GM, but when I called to inquire about a reimbursement, they state the recall was released in 10/2025.

2021 CADILLAC XT6 owner, Fuel/Propulsion System, NHTSA complaint 11747724

Recall for cable for vision system repaired 5/28/2025. On 6/29/25 same issues occured. Took to dealer 7/18/25. Dealer confirmed cable replaced. Attempted to reprogram video processing center several times ( i was at dealer 7 hours). Dealer indicated that the video processing control module is not accepting re-programming.

2021 CADILLAC XT6 owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11674734

The thermostat sensor is defaulty. While driving all of the dashboard component lights flash on and off and the vehicle loses power while driving.

2022 CADILLAC XT6 owner, Unknown Or Other, NHTSA complaint 11697515

Can a recall make your XT6 a lemon in California?

Owners of a Cadillac XT6 often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

1 of the 9 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 1 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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All Cadillac recalls

Other Cadillac models with recalls

• CT4: 4 recalls
• CT5: 5 recalls
• Escalade: 16 recalls
• Escalade Esv: 17 recalls
• Escalade IQ: 2 recalls
• Escalade Iql: 2 recalls
• Escalade NA: 4 recalls
• Lyriq: 12 recalls
• Optiq: 3 recalls
• Vistiq: 4 recalls
• XT4: 4 recalls
• XT5: 10 recalls
• XT6: 9 recalls

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