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2025 Cadillac XT4: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2025 Cadillac XT4 — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Fewer reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 8 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 77% of 2025 SUVs. Electrical System leads the reports (50%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2025 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
8
Reports to NHTSA, 2025
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
25.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 77% of 2025 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2025 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (50% of 8 reports), followed by service brakes (25%).
Share of all 8 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11737617, ODI 11714926, ODI 11713151, ODI 11709200.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
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General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The instrument panel may be missing the perforation on the underside of the panel cover that allows the passenger-side air bag to deploy properly.
Risk: A passenger-side air bag that does not deploy properly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel upper cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is A242476151.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2025 Cadillac XT4 SUV FWD NHTSA source
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2025 Cadillac XT4 SUV AWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XT4 FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 24 | 29 | 26 |
| XT4 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 23 | 28 | 25 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2025 Cadillac XT4: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2025 Cadillac XT4?
Owners filed 8 NHTSA complaints about the 2025 Cadillac XT4 — fewer complaints than 77% of comparable 2025 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2025 Cadillac XT4?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (50% of complaints) and service brakes (25%).
How many recalls does the 2025 Cadillac XT4 have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2025 Cadillac XT4, covering components such as structure. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Cadillac XT4 get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Cadillac XT4 between 25 and 26 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.