2025 Cadillac XT5
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2025
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2025: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 124 |
| 2018 | 66 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2025 | 6 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Forward collision avoidance
4 of 6 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
Show complaint excerpts
We were traveling out of our development at 17-20mph while approaching our exit gate the car jolted forward and accelerated at a rapid speed. My husband immediately stepped on the brake but the brake pedal became hard, the brake did not work.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-17
Also filed under Engine and service brakes
purchased 2024 XT5 brand new less than 6,000 miles SES light on..dealer states part failure w/transmission snap ring-traded vehicle for 2025 XT5.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-12
Also filed under Engine
Power train
2 of 6 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
The vehicle does not recognize when it is in park . To use the Cadillac maps app you have to approve to their terms . When I tried to read it ,I get two warnings that tell me I must be in park . I am sitting in my garage when this happens .
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-23
Also filed under Electrical system
Engine
2 of 6 total reports mention: engine.
Structure
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Service brakes
1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2024-08-13Electrical system24V459000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Cadillac XT5 and 2024-2025 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The instrument panel may not illuminate when the hazard warning lights, high beams, or turn signals are activated.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447940.
Buy-smart checklist
2025 Cadillac XT5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 24V459000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2025 Cadillac XT5 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 2025 Cadillac XT5?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2025 Cadillac XT5 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.