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2022 Cadillac XT6 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 16 complaints on file for the 2022 Cadillac XT6 — 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

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other XT6 years?

XT6 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted51 complaints2020: 51 complaints2021: 23 complaints2022: 16 complaints2023: 16 complaints2024: 24 complaints2025: 10 complaints
XT6 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Cadillac XT6 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other531%
Fuel System319%
Driver Assistance213%
Engine213%
Transmission16%
Electrical System16%
Speed Control16%
Brakes16%

Does the 2022 Cadillac XT6 have recalls?

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

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.

22V392000BrakesJune 2, 2022 · 237 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. 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."

Consequence

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.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222369130.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The thermostat sensor is defaulty. While driving all of the dashboard component lights flash on and off and the vehicle loses power while driving. Called the dealership and the technician knew exactly what it was because he said this is a known issue and when I got the vehicle to the dealership…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · October 20, 2025

“The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac XT6. The contact stated while reversing out of a parking spot, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the fuel pump module to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 9, 2023

“Side view mirrors do not open when you start driving the car. They can only be manually opened by a small button on the door which is hard to find. It is easy to start driving the car with no side view mirrors and not realize you have no mirrors until they are needed. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · October 13, 2022

“The vehicle was driven into low water and the belief is tha vehicles near this vehicle created a wake which caused the engine to die. The dealer that has the vehicle advised that another vehicle same make and model need an engine replaced. For both vehicles there was no water intrustion into the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 29, 2022

“The vehicle's battery is discharged causing the vehicle to be unable to start. After using the jump start to start the vehicle and driving for a period of time, the vehicle's brakes failed on the highway. And many fault lights popped up.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · October 7, 2024

2022 Cadillac XT6 — common questions

Is the 2022 Cadillac XT6 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 XT6 problems?

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

Does the 2022 Cadillac XT6 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2022 Cadillac XT6. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Cadillac XT6 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the XT6 years to avoid are 2020. The cleanest record among XT6 years belongs to 2025.

How safe is the 2022 Cadillac XT6?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Cadillac XT6 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.