2022 Cadillac XT5 recalls and problems

The 2022 Cadillac XT5 has 3 recalls and 10 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is unknown or other.

2023 Cadillac Xt5
Pictured: a 2023 model; the 2022 may differ in details. Photo: 2023 Cadillac Xt5 by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
How the 2022 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Low complaint count among 10 XT5 model years — 7th most.

3recalls
10complaints
2crashes
0fires
1injuries
34,000median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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3 recalls

Power Train

Mar 16, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V172000 · 8,744 vehicles

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The transmission may have been built with an incorrect sun gear, which can result in the driver-side half-shaft disengaging from the transmission.

Risk: A half-shaft disengaging from the transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Dealers will replace the sun gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2023. The remedy is expected to become available August 31, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222389310.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Fuel System

Jun 23, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V446000 · 228 vehicles

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles. The fuel tank rollover valve may not provide a proper seal in the event of a rollover crash.

Risk: A fuel tank rollover valve that does not properly seal can result in a fuel leak during a rollover crash, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy & notes

Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace the fuel tank shell if the rollover valve is found to be dislodged or missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222366070.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Suspension

Jun 16, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V427000 · 736 vehicles

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The left-rear suspension toe link may have been tightened improperly, which could result in a loose or separated toe link.

Risk: A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Dealers will inspect the left-rear suspension and replace the fastener if it is loose or missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222364330.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2022: 1 complaints20222023: 2 complaints20232024: 2 complaints20242025: 3 complaints202532026: 2 complaints20262

2022 vs. other Cadillac XT5 years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2022. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2022 Cadillac XT5 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns covering the 2022 Cadillac XT5, the latest from Mar 16, 2023 (power train). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Cadillac XT5?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention unknown or other (3), air bags (2), back over prevention (2). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.