2015 Cadillac XTS
Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2015
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2015: 14 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 103 |
| 2014 | 50 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
5 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
A failure of the self-leveling rear air spring compressor occurred while driving through parking lot.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-08-08
Also filed under Suspension
I have a 2015 Cadillac XTS I am experiencing water in the headlight and condensation I am well aware of there have been many complaints about this issue I would like Cadillac to repair…
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-14
Also filed under Exterior lighting
The cue touchscreen is not working. All warnings and safety co cern's will not show. Tried hard reset as Cadillac advised with no luck. Car is out of warranty and Cadillac said the cost is over $ 1500.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-09
Power train
2 of 14 total reports mention: power train.
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Transmission won't shift into gear after shifter is moved with engine running. Dashboard indicator shows selected gears, but transmission doesn't engage.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-30
Exterior lighting
2 of 14 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
Visibility
1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
Suspension
1 of 14 total reports mentions: suspension.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2014-10-28Parking brake14V541000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 22, 2014, and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to September 2, 2014.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic parking brake software, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014.
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2015-10-19Air bags15V666000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015.
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2027-08-16Air bags26V329000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front-driver air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 19, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available.
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Cadillac XTS — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 14V541000 · Parking brake
- Recall 15V666000 · Air bags
- Recall 26V329000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2015 Cadillac XTS 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 2015 Cadillac XTS?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Cadillac XTS have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.