2019 Cadillac XTS
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 103 |
| 2014 | 49 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires.
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The tire tech at Walmart was attempting to remove the tire when the side wall just blew out on my Yokohama 245 /40 20 tire.
NHTSA ODI report, 20241018
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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BRAKES FAILED TO COMPLETELY STOP THE VEHICLE ONCE WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AND AGAIN WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT
NHTSA ODI report, 20210102
1 of 5 total reports mentions: seats.
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The passenger present module in seat isnât working with air bag. Per Cadillac passenger seat module is inside the seat and needs replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 20241018
1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018.
Campaign 18V576000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Cadillac XTS vehicles. The front seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckle head to the cable mounting strap.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat buckle assemblies, replacing them if the rivets are missing, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006.
Campaign 18V899000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Cadillac XTS — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V576000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V899000 (seat belts) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2019 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 2019 Cadillac XTS?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Cadillac XTS have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.