MYRModel Year Report

2006 Cadillac XLR

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2006 Cadillac XLR
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:10:44.325Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Cadillac XLR Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2004: 34 complaints 2004 2005: 31 complaints 2005 2006: 9 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 3 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaints 2009
2006: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
200434
200531
20069
20072
20083
20091

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, 20210308

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, 20130630

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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2006 CADILLAC XLR ROADSTER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE ELECTRIC DOOR RELEASE BUTTONS. *LD *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20190225

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, 20160417

VISIBILITY

1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility.

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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, 20061205

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20110222 — fuel system, gasoline

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 DEFECTIVE

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 CONTACT

Campaign 11E009000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Cadillac XLR — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 11E009000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.