2021 Cadillac XT4
Only 12 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 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2021
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2021: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 33 |
| 2025 | 10 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
4 of 12 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Electrical system
3 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac XT4. The contact stated that while driving in stop-and-go traffic, the contact rear-ended a vehicle in front.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-05-27
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance
Power train
1 of 12 total reports mentions: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac XT4. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic signal, the signal turned green; however, when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle hesitated before responding as needed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-15
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 12 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing control/drive module.
Forward collision avoidance
1 of 12 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2021-04-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2023-08-24 Air Bag Malfunction
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2021-09-17Seat belts21V649000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Cadillac XT4 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V649000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2021 Cadillac XT4 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 2021 Cadillac XT4?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Cadillac XT4 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.