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2024 Cadillac XT5: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2024 Cadillac XT5 — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Fewer reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 10 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 81% of 2024 SUVs. Power Train leads the reports (60%). 3 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2024 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
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
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 81% of 2024 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2024 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Power Train issues lead owner complaints (60% of 10 reports), followed by air bags (10%).
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.
Recalls(3)
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.
Air BagsFeb 2024 · 24V311000Details +Close −
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.
VisibilityDec 2023 · 23V681000Details +Close −
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.
Electrical System · 24V459000Details +Close −
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.
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
2024 Cadillac XT5 SUV FWD NHTSA source
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2024 Cadillac XT5 SUV AWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XT5 FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 22 | 29 | 24 |
| XT5 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 21 | 27 | 23 |
| XT5 Limo FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 20 | 23 | 21 |
| XT5 Limo AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 20 | 23 | 21 |
| XT5 Hearse FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 20 | 23 | 21 |
| XT5 Hearse AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 20 | 23 | 21 |
| XT5 FWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 19 | 26 | 21 |
| XT5 AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 18 | 26 | 21 |
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 — fewer complaints than 81% of comparable 2024 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 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.