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2025 Cadillac XT6 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 10 complaints on file for the 2025 Cadillac XT6 — 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.

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

10

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2025 compare to other XT6 years?

XT6 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted51 complaints2020: 51 complaints2021: 23 complaints2022: 16 complaints2023: 16 complaints2024: 24 complaints2025: 10 complaints
XT6 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Cadillac XT6 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other330%
Brakes220%
Engine220%
Driver Assistance110%
Electrical System110%
Fuel System110%

Does the 2025 Cadillac XT6 have recalls?

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

24V459000Electrical SystemJune 20, 2024 · 6,942 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Cadillac XT5 and 2024-2025 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. 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. Equipment."

Consequence

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.

Remedy

Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447940.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The rear camera blanks out when backing out of driveway into the sun. It prevents me from seeing cross traffic and pedestrians. The dealer looked at the system and said it something I had to live with. This seems to be an intermittent problem, as sometimes it suddenly starts to work, or when I back…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · April 14, 2025

“6700 miles on 2025 XT6 had an oil change a month ago. Noted red fluid leaking on driveway on 02-10-26. Immediately notified dealer. Brought car to Camargo Cadillac 9876 Montgomery Rd Cinti OH [PHONE]. Brought car in 9:15 am 02-11-26 was informed at 10:00 am that the car is experiencing faulty…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 10, 2026

“I was backing up into a parking space in a parking garage. I was about halfway into the spot and was not in danger of hitting any vehicles or objects and my vehicle abruptly (extremely hard) braked. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · July 30, 2025

“2025 CADILLAC XT6 AWD SPORT, VIN [XXX] , PURCHASED NEW FROM [XXX] [XXX] ON FEBRUARY 20, 2026. THE VEHICLE'S AUDIO SYSTEM INTERMITTENTLY ACTIVATES ALL SPEAKERS WITHOUT COMMAND WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. THE CONDITION OCCURS UNPREDICTABLY AND PRODUCES A SUDDEN LOUD AUDIO EVENT INSIDE THE CABIN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 17, 2026

“During a cross- country trip, we had driven more than 300 miles, but the fuel gage indicated full, the Fuel Range Indicator showed a 688-mile range available in the tank which is much more than a 2025 Cadillac XT6 should indicate. The fuel gage indicated full even though it was not. I pulled the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · April 24, 2025

2025 Cadillac XT6 — common questions

Is the 2025 Cadillac XT6 reliable?

The record is thin — 10 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 2025 XT6 problems?

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

Does the 2025 Cadillac XT6 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2025 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 2025 Cadillac XT6?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2025 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.