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2021 Cadillac XT4 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 15 complaints on file for the 2021 Cadillac XT4 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

15

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other XT4 years?

XT4 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted51 complaints2019: 28 complaints2020: 28 complaints2021: 15 complaints2022: 2 complaints2023: 18 complaints2024: 51 complaints2025: 11 complaints
XT4 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all XT4 years to avoid →

What are the most common 2021 Cadillac XT4 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System533%
Electrical System320%
Engine213%
Driver Assistance213%
Airbags17%
Other17%
Transmission17%

Does the 2021 Cadillac XT4 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V649000Seat BeltsAugust 20, 2021 · 402 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.

Consequence

An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212333380.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Vehicle stalled on the road,coming to a total stop,very dangerous because of the trafic.Vehicle cranks but not start.Fuel pump power control module failed,code p203f.Take to Vera Cadillac dealer for repair .This happened 2 times ,at 13765 milles and 29342 milles”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · September 2, 2025

“The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac XT4. The contact stated that while driving in stop-and-go traffic, the contact rear-ended a vehicle in front. The contact crashed the vehicle at approximately 5 mph; however, the collision caused severe front end damage to the vehicle. The air bag did not deploy and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 18, 2021 · crash

“The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac XT4. The contact stated that while driving in stop-and-go traffic, the contact rear-ended a vehicle in front. The contact crashed the vehicle at approximately 5 mph; however, the collision caused severe front end damage to the vehicle. The air bag did not deploy and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · May 18, 2021 · crash

“The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac XT4. The contact stated while driving 40-45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stopped, and was shifted into park but failed to restart. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 24, 2025

“Safety restraint warning light came on. Took to dealership. They had for 3 days claimed it was repaired. Light came back on 2 days later. Dealership has now had my vehicle 10 days, stating I need a new side drivers airbag. They do not know when it will arrive. I have seen other complaints in this…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · December 15, 2021

2021 Cadillac XT4 — common questions

Is the 2021 Cadillac XT4 reliable?

The record is thin — 15 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2021 XT4 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (5 complaints), electrical system (3 complaints), engine (2 complaints).

Does the 2021 Cadillac XT4 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2021 Cadillac XT4. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2021 Cadillac XT4 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Cadillac XT4 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the XT4 years to avoid are 2024. The cleanest record among XT4 years belongs to 2022.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.