Model-year record
2019 Cadillac XTS
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Complaints filed
5
Reports to NHTSA, 2019
Safety recalls
2
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
22
EPA estimate
Known issues
Air Bags issues lead owner complaints (20% of 5 reports), followed by power train (20%).
Share of all 5 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11620684.
Individual complaint reports(5)
Showing the 5 most recent reportsPower TrainJun 2025 · ODI 11665993Details +Close −
currently experiencing transmission shuddering — likely due to a torque converter issue. This was confirmed by an experienced mechanic at the dealership of Cadillac. After doing deep research I’ve learned is documented in Technical Service Bulletins such as TSB 18-NA-355 and 19-NA-121. The shuddering has caused the vehicle to slow down or speed up when at cruising speeds. There were no warning lights nor messages, but I've started to experience the issue/symptoms for about a month now. Which came out of nowhere. Recently, I replaced the transmission cooler line and performed a drain and fill, but the shudder continues.
- Reported
- Jun 2025
- Incident date
- May 2025
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Air BagsOct 2024 · ODI 11620684Details +Close −
The passenger present module in seat isn’t working with air bag. Per Cadillac passenger seat module is inside the seat and needs replaced.
- Reported
- Oct 2024
- Incident date
- Oct 2024
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
TiresOct 2024 · ODI 11620551Details +Close −
The tire tech at Walmart was attempting to remove the tire when the side wall just blew out on my Yokohama 245 /40 20 tire.
- Reported
- Oct 2024
- Incident date
- Oct 2024
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Service BrakesJan 2021 · ODI 11386070 · crashDetails +Close −
BRAKES FAILED TO COMPLETELY STOP THE VEHICLE ONCE WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AND AGAIN WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT
- Reported
- Jan 2021
- Incident date
- Dec 2020
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- Crash
Unknown Or OtherSep 2019 · ODI 11254679Details +Close −
THE BACKUP CAMERA GUIDE LINES CAN BARELY BE SEEN AND IN ANY SUN LIGHT CANNOT BE SEEN AT ALL. AT NIGHT , ALL YOU CAN SEE IS WHAT LOOKS LIKE SNOW. CADILLAC SAYS IT IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM AND THERE IS NO FIX. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND NEED TO BE ADDRESSED THERE ARE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS AND CADILLAC REFUSES TO FIX IT
- Reported
- Sep 2019
- Incident date
- Jun 2019
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Recalls(2)
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Service Brakes · 18V576000Details +Close −
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
Open full NHTSA recall record →Seat Belts · 18V899000Details +Close −
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Cadillac XTS vehicles. The front seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckle head to the cable mounting strap.
Risk: If the securing rivet is missing, the buckle may separate from the cable mounting strap in the event of a crash, preventing the occupant from being properly restrained, thereby increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat buckle assemblies, replacing them if the rivets are missing, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N182204040.
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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
2019 Cadillac XTS 4 DR FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
2019 Cadillac XTS 4 DR AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XTS | 3.6L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 19 | 28 | 22 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2019 Cadillac XTS: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2019 Cadillac XTS?
Owners filed 5 NHTSA complaints about the 2019 Cadillac XTS. 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 2019 Cadillac XTS?
The most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (20% of complaints) and power train (20%).
How many recalls does the 2019 Cadillac XTS have?
2 recalls have been issued that affect the 2019 Cadillac XTS, covering components such as service brakes. 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 2019 Cadillac XTS get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Cadillac XTS at 22 mpg combined.