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2024 Cadillac XT5
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2024 Cadillac XT5

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Complaints filed

10

Reports to NHTSA, 2024

Safety recalls

3

NHTSA campaigns on record

NHTSA crash test

Overall NCAP rating

Combined MPG

21

EPA estimate

Known issues

Power Train issues lead owner complaints (60% of 10 reports), followed by air bags (10%).

Power Train60% · 6 reports
Air Bags10% · 1 report
Electrical System10% · 1 report
Engine10% · 1 report
Unknown Or Other10% · 1 report

Share of all 10 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11718637, ODI 11612639, ODI 11607798, ODI 11594626, ODI 11590305.

Individual complaint reports(10)

Showing the 10 most recent reports
Power TrainFeb 2026 · ODI 11718637Details +

The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 - 15 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. There was an abnormal vibrating sound coming from the engine. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and informed the contact to return the vehicle to the dealer for more diagnostic testing, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 23,000.

Reported
Feb 2026
Incident date
Dec 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11718637 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJan 2026 · ODI 11711680Details +

On 1/13/2026 while driving on the 91 freeway near Long Beach California we heard a load Pop sound and then felt some air and outside notice in the car . Pulled over shortly and saw a large hole in the rear sun window with cracked glass everywhere. . Made an appointment at Penske Cadillac and a few days later they are checking to see if it’s covered under warranty. Also filled a claim with AAA . There was absolutely no rock or debris involved.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11711680 at NHTSA →
Power TrainSep 2024 · ODI 11612639Details +

The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power with the RPM at 5,000. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had slowed down for traffic and was able to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was turned off and restarted, and the vehicle operated normally. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred and became an intermittent failure. Additionally, the vehicle was jerking into gear. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be rebuilt. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,500.

Reported
Sep 2024
Incident date
Apr 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11612639 at NHTSA →
Power TrainAug 2024 · ODI 11607798Details +

The vehicle made a loud racing noise like a truck and won’t move forward. I was driving on a busy street. I pulled over and turned the vehicle off, then restarted several times The check transmission light finally came on. I called for a tow and it was taken to the dealership after several days, I was advised that some of the components to the transmission were put in the the vehicle incorrectly.

Reported
Aug 2024
Incident date
Jun 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11607798 at NHTSA →
EngineJun 2024 · ODI 11596124Details +

Engine problem loss of power intermittently no reverse. They replaced clutch parts seals, piston, rings, plates, and plates. Had Vehicle for about 22 days. Driving home after repairs completed. Cluster display- instrument panel went out. Called Dealer and Cadillac assistance. Says there nothing they can do until Cadillac releases a fix. I believe vehicle is a safety risk for the second time with no remedy for instrument panel not functioning. Thank you Greg

Reported
Jun 2024
Incident date
May 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11596124 at NHTSA →
Power TrainJun 2024 · ODI 11594626Details +

Vehicle was shifting erratically and drastically delayed in the lower gears. Additionally, the vehicle was lurching and bucking. I was advised it may be the ring gear. The vehicle has 1034 miles.

Reported
Jun 2024
Incident date
Jun 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11594626 at NHTSA →
Air BagsMay 2024 · ODI 11591297Details +

Driver seat airbag randomly deployed. There was no warning in the car after it had gone off, and there was no warning before it went off. Could have resulted in a terrible accident.

Reported
May 2024
Incident date
May 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11591297 at NHTSA →
Power TrainMay 2024 · ODI 11590305Details +

Brand new 2024 XT5, 9 speed transmission, loss of power. Had to be towed to Cadillac dealership. I had vehicle for two weeks and as of this day almost three weeks latter no parts to fix. GM has been notified with no answer. It seems the recall needs to be extended to 2024 GM vehicles.

Reported
May 2024
Incident date
Apr 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11590305 at NHTSA →
Power TrainMay 2024 · ODI 11588522Details +

The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and approaching a vehicle ahead, the Forward Collision Avoidance system failed to activate, causing the contact to swerve to avoid a collision. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the sensors, informing the contact that the sensors needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The contact also stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with manual mode activated, upon reaching 9th gear, the vehicle lost motive power and was unable to continue to accelerate. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 9,200.

Reported
May 2024
Incident date
May 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11588522 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemJan 2024 · ODI 11567618 · crash · 1 injuriesDetails +

On 10/18/24 I was making a left turn out of my development when a vehicle crashed into the front driver portion of my vehicle. The vehicle was going approximately 40+mph. I was driving approximately 5-10 mph making the turn. I was wearing a seatbelt, hit my head on the drivers door jam/window and immediately complained of neck and head pain. No airbags deployed. I sustained a severely herniated disc at C5-6 causing severe spinal cord compression and cervical myelopathy requiring urgent surgery. It was found that I not only had the severely herniated disc but ligament and cartilage that was severely compressing my spinal cord due to the trauma of the accident. I had a seat belt sign (bruising from the seatbelt) and sustained a concussion from the head strike. If the airbags would have deployed likely I would have not had as severe of a cervical spine injury. The vehicle only had 663 miles and only 3 weeks old. The car has at least 21K of damages. The vehicle is still being repair and not in my possession. My collision shop towed by vehicle to GMC/Cadillac dealership for computer/electrical malfunctions. They have been working on these electrical issues for over 2 weeks. The dealership verbalized that they could not differentiate if these electrical issues occurred before or after my accident. Given my serious injuries and high rate of speed that I was hit I have concerns that my airbags should have deployed. Combine with the new electrical/computer issues raises my concerns.

Reported
Jan 2024
Incident date
Oct 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
Crash 1 injuries
Open ODI 11567618 at NHTSA →

Recalls(3)

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Air BagsFeb 2024 · 24V311000Details +

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The driver's front air bag cushion may tear during deployment, resulting in the air bag not deploying as intended.

Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's front air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N232439241.

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VisibilityDec 2023 · 23V681000Details +

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 GMC Acadia and 2024 Cadilac XT5 and XT6 vehicles. The windshield may have been assembled without the proper urethane sealant required to bond the windshield to the vehicle body.

Risk: A windshield that is not properly bonded may detach during a crash and increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the windshield and apply primer and urethane sealant. If the windshield is damaged, the dealer will replace it. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. 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 N232419690.

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Electrical System · 24V459000Details +

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."

Risk: 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.

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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

2024 Cadillac XT5 SUV FWD NHTSA source

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2024 Cadillac XT5 SUV AWD NHTSA source

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Fuel economy by trim

TrimEngineDrivetrainCityHwyCombined
XT5 FWD2.0L 4-cylFront-Wheel Drive222924
XT5 AWD2.0L 4-cylAll-Wheel Drive212723
XT5 Limo FWD2.0L 4-cylFront-Wheel Drive202321
XT5 Limo AWD2.0L 4-cylAll-Wheel Drive202321
XT5 Hearse FWD2.0L 4-cylFront-Wheel Drive202321
XT5 Hearse AWD2.0L 4-cylAll-Wheel Drive202321
XT5 FWD3.6L 6-cylFront-Wheel Drive192621
XT5 AWD3.6L 6-cylAll-Wheel Drive182621

EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.

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2024 Cadillac XT5: frequently asked

What does the complaint record show for the 2024 Cadillac XT5?

Owners filed 10 NHTSA complaints about the 2024 Cadillac XT5. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.

What are the most common problems on the 2024 Cadillac XT5?

The most-reported problem areas are Power Train (60% of complaints) and air bags (10%).

How many recalls does the 2024 Cadillac XT5 have?

3 recalls have been issued that affect the 2024 Cadillac XT5, covering components such as air bags. 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 2024 Cadillac XT5 get?

The EPA rates the 2024 Cadillac XT5 between 21 and 24 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.