2018 Cadillac XT5 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
75/100
#3 most-complained of 9 XT5 years
The 2018 Cadillac XT5 has a complaint index of 75 and ranks 3rd worst of 9 model years, earning an Avoid verdict. Engine problems lead complaints at 29% share, with 66 total complaints but no recalls filed for this year.
- Complaints
- 66
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes / fires
- 2 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21.5
- 18.5 city / 25.5 hwy
Top 2018 Cadillac XT5 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine19 (29%)
- Electrical System16 (24%)
- Other12 (18%)
- Steering12 (18%)
- Transmission & Powertrain11 (17%)
- Brakes8 (12%)
- Structure & Body5 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires5 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers4 (6%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (2%)
What owners report
- Some owners report the engine catching fire while driving, in one case with no warning lights and a total loss of power steering.
- Drivers describe sudden unintended acceleration after exiting an automated car wash, with the engine revving high and the vehicle surging forward.
- Transmission warning lights illuminate and the vehicle independently shifts into park while still moving at low speed, sometimes causing a rear-end collision.
- Owners describe the transmission shuddering and abruptly stopping the vehicle after idling for several minutes, even after moving forward slightly.
- Sharp exposed metal on the front seat track has cut occupants' feet when exiting the vehicle, with the automaker stating it works as designed.
- Rear guide lines on the backup camera display inconsistently regardless of lighting, weather, or cleanliness conditions.
2018 Cadillac XT5 recalls
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
2018 Cadillac XT5 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18.5 MPG
- Highway
- 25.5 MPG
- Combined
- 21.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,025
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- 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.
2018 compared with other XT5 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2018 Cadillac XT5 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the 2018 XT5 ranks 3rd worst out of 9 model years with a complaint index of 75, so it carries an Avoid verdict relative to other XT5 years.
- What problems does the 2018 Cadillac XT5 have?
- NHTSA complaints show the top problem area is Engine at 29% of complaints, followed by Electrical System at 24% and Steering at 18%. Median mileage at failure across all complaints was 31,640 miles.
- Does the 2018 Cadillac XT5 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2018 XT5, though it has 66 owner complaints, 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries reported.
- Which Cadillac XT5 year should I avoid?
- Among XT5 years with data, 2017 has the highest complaint index at 88 and 2025 is also flagged Avoid at a complaint index of 100, while 2018 ranks 3rd worst at 75.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Cadillac XT5?
- The EPA rates the 2018 XT5 at 21.5 mpg combined (18.5 city / 25.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,025.