2006 Cadillac XLR
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2009 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
3 of 9 total reports mention: power train.
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Driving at 45MPH then the car surged to the left. I got control then in service stable traction warning and traction control off light appeared
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-03-08
While backing out of a parking spot I placed car in reverse and it backed up as it should. When I placed gear in forward and stepped on accelerator the car still went rearward almost striking another vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-30
Electrical system
2 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system.
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2006 Cadillac XLR roadster. Consumer writes in regards to defective electric door release buttons.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-25
Also filed under Structure
Wheels
1 of 9 total reports mentions: wheels.
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I replaced my front hubs on 12/29/2015 and less then 4 months later they needed replacing again. Is their a manufacturer defect in the hubs and what would be the cause of the failure..
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-04-17
Visibility
1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls.
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Dt*: the contact stated the electric windows slid up and down on their own. This continuously occurred, but the service dealer could not duplicate the issue to fix the problem. The consumer had difficulty accessing the trunk, it would not unlock.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-12-05
Also filed under Latches/locks/linkages and steering
Vehicle speed control
1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2011-02-22Fuel system, gasoline11E009000 Ti automotive is recalling certain fuel pumps, part numbers TU456 and TU303, sold under various brand names as aftermarket and replacement equipment for the motor vehicles listed above. The…
Remedy: Ti automotive will notify owners of record and will replace any defective fuel pump with a new or reworked fuel pump free of charge. The safety recall began on February 22, 2011. Owners may…
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Cadillac XLR — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 11E009000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2006 Cadillac XLR reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Cadillac XLR?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Cadillac XLR have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.