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2022 Cadillac XT5 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 16 complaints on file for the 2022 Cadillac XT5 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

16

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

6

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other XT5 years?

XT5 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted182 complaints2017: 182 complaints2018: 95 complaints2019: 45 complaints2020: 32 complaints2021: 20 complaints2022: 16 complaints2023: 20 complaints2024: 15 complaints2025: 6 complaints2026: 1 complaints
XT5 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Cadillac XT5 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance531%
Other319%
Airbags213%
Electrical System213%
Fuel System16%
Seat Belts16%
Speed Control16%
Transmission16%

Does the 2022 Cadillac XT5 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V172000TransmissionMarch 16, 2023 · 8,744 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The transmission may have been built with an incorrect sun gear, which can result in the driver-side half-shaft disengaging from the transmission.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the sun gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2023. The remedy is expected to become available August 31, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222389310.

22V446000Fuel SystemJune 23, 2022 · 228 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles. The fuel tank rollover valve may not provide a proper seal in the event of a rollover crash.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222366070.

22V427000SuspensionJune 16, 2022 · 736 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The left-rear suspension toe link may have been tightened improperly, which could result in a loose or separated toe link.

Consequence

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

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the left-rear suspension and replace the fastener if it is loose or missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222364330.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“I was driving using turn by turn directions and it told me to turn and I turned too soon and hit a telephone pole, front center. The airbags did not deploy and onstar did not recognize crash. I heard nothing from anyone. I called 911 to get the police to come and a wrecker driver. Even though I was…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · March 27, 2026 · crash

“ [XXX] Our 2022 Cadillac XT5 400 shudders when driving. It happens at any speed. The technician thought it was the V6 changing over to run on 4 cylinders. The only thing about this is it shudders under load as well as slight acceleration.. please advise… Thank you [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · December 11, 2024

“I was driving using turn by turn directions and it told me to turn and I turned too soon and hit a telephone pole, front center. The airbags did not deploy and onstar did not recognize crash. I heard nothing from anyone. I called 911 to get the police to come and a wrecker driver. Even though I was…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · March 27, 2026 · crash

“I was backing out of a parking space in reverse as I have done multiple times and the second I took my foot off the brake pedal to go into reverse, my car shot out at a high speed and hit a parked car on the other side of the street. Not realizing that there was an auto malfunction, I attempted to…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 1, 2024 · crash

“On two occasions the Fuel Pump Driver Control Module failed. On the first occasion the vehicle continued to operate. The dealer replaced the module. On the second occasion the engine failed to start. The dealer replaced the module once again. A vehicle that goes dead without warning is dangerous!”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 19, 2023

2022 Cadillac XT5 — common questions

Is the 2022 Cadillac XT5 reliable?

The record is thin — 16 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2022 XT5 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (5 complaints), other (3 complaints), airbags (2 complaints).

Does the 2022 Cadillac XT5 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Cadillac XT5. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Cadillac XT5 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the XT5 years to avoid are 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020. The cleanest record among XT5 years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2022 Cadillac XT5?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Cadillac XT5 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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.