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2022 Cadillac XT4 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

0/100

#7 most-complained of 7 XT4 years

The 2022 Cadillac XT4 has 4 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and a Complaint Index of 0, ranking 7th of 7 model years — the lowest complaint volume in the lineup. Brakes account for 75% of complaints.

Complaints
4
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
25
23 city / 29.5 hwy

Top 2022 Cadillac XT4 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Brakes3 (75%)
  2. Electrical System1 (25%)
  3. Engine1 (25%)

What owners report

  • Brakes squeak when backing out in the morning, described by dealers as a 'characteristic' of the vehicle rather than a defect.
  • Front brakes squeak as if the wear sensor is engaging, though pads were found not to need replacement.
  • The digital instrument cluster randomly goes dark while driving, cutting out the speedometer and fuel gauge.
  • At 90,000 miles, the vehicle shook, lost power, displayed a Stabili-Trak and valve service message, and failed to restart, requiring a tow.
2022 Cadillac XT4 complaints: complaints filed per month2Dec 2024May 2025Jul 2026Aug 2026
5 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2024 to Aug 2026; peak Aug 2026 (2).

2022 Cadillac XT4 recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 22V359000May 19, 2022Structure & Body221 vehicles

    Seats

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.

    Risk: An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212356050.

2022 Cadillac XT4 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
23 MPG
Highway
29.5 MPG
Combined
25 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,175
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2022 compared with other XT4 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)02550751002019202020212022202320242025
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Good3317525
2021Best1712125
2022No verdict04125
2023Caution6712025
2024Avoid10031125.5

All Cadillac XT4 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Cadillac XT4 reliable?
Among 2022 XT4 owners, NHTSA lists 4 complaints and a Complaint Index of 0, the lowest of all 7 model years covered, with no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths reported.
What is the top problem area for the 2022 Cadillac XT4?
Brakes are the top problem area, making up 75% of complaints, with a median mileage at failure of 90,000 miles.
Does the 2022 Cadillac XT4 have any recalls?
Yes, one recall (campaign 22V359000) covers a driver's seat cushion frame with a possible improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism. It is not a do-not-drive recall.
How does the 2022 XT4 compare to other XT4 model years?
The 2022 XT4 ranks 7th worst of 7 years with a Complaint Index of 0, well below 2024 (100) and 2025 (83), which are the years currently marked Avoid.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.