Cadillac XT4 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 108 owner complaints and 8 safety recalls on file for the Cadillac XT4, across 7 model years (2019–2025). The 2024 model year has the most complaints (32). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Cadillac XT4 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XT4 year: 2024. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2024 XT4: 32 complaints, 1 recall
- 2019 XT4: 20 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2020 XT4: 18 complaints, 5 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Cadillac XT4 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 24 | 7 | 1 |
| Engine | 24 | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 18 | 6 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 17 | 4 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 17 | 6 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 4 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Cadillac XT4 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 XT4 | 10 | 1 | 5★ | Electrical System | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2024 XT4 | 32 | 1 | — | Forward Collision Avoidance | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2023 XT4 | 12 | 0 | — | Forward Collision Avoidance | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2022 XT4 | 4 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2021 XT4 | 12 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2020 XT4 | 18 | 5 | — | Unknown or Other | More complaints than other years |
| 2019 XT4 | 20 | 3 | — | Engine | More complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Cadillac XT4 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2024 (32) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XT4 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Cadillac XT4?
Electrical System, with 24 complaints across 7 model years.
How many recalls does the Cadillac XT4 have?
8 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.