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2025 Cadillac XT6: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2025 Cadillac XT6 — 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. Unknown Or Other leads the reports (38%). 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
22
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
Unknown Or Other issues lead owner complaints (38% of 8 reports), followed by engine (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 11702861, ODI 11673491, ODI 11673509.
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 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
2025 Cadillac XT6 SUV FWD NHTSA source
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2025 Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XT6 FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 21 | 27 | 23 |
| XT6 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 21 | 26 | 23 |
| XT6 FWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 19 | 26 | 21 |
| XT6 AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 18 | 25 | 20 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2025 Cadillac XT6: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2025 Cadillac XT6?
Owners filed 8 NHTSA complaints about the 2025 Cadillac XT6 — 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 XT6?
The most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (38% of complaints) and engine (25%).
How many recalls does the 2025 Cadillac XT6 have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2025 Cadillac XT6, covering components such as electrical system. 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 XT6 get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Cadillac XT6 between 20 and 23 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.