2022 Cadillac XT5 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
38/100
#6 most-complained of 9 XT5 years
The 2022 Cadillac XT5 has a Complaint Index of 38 and ranks 6th out of 9 model years, earning a 'Good' verdict. NHTSA lists 10 complaints, 3 recalls, and 2 crashes for this year, with Collision Avoidance & Cameras the top problem area at 30% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 2 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 20 city / 24.5 hwy
Top 2022 Cadillac XT5 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras3 (30%)
- Other3 (30%)
- Airbags2 (20%)
- Electrical System2 (20%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (20%)
- Engine1 (10%)
- Fuel System1 (10%)
- Lane Departure1 (10%)
- Seat Belts1 (10%)
What owners report
- Rearview backup camera guidelines appear too faint to see, with no dashboard warning light, and dealers unable to fully fix the issue.
- Transmission jerks or shifts abruptly when starting to move, downshifting harshly when slowing down and shifting roughly under acceleration.
- Fuel Pump Driver Control Module reportedly failed twice on the same vehicle, once causing the engine to fail to start without warning.
- Driving mode setting (Tour, Sport, Snow/Ice) switches on its own while driving, and the electrical dashboard has cut off and reset itself unexpectedly.
- Airbags reportedly did not deploy in a frontal collision with a telephone pole despite the driver wearing a seatbelt.
- Automatic seat belt tightening feature continued tightening on its own at various speeds, described by an owner as trapping a passenger's arms.
2022 Cadillac XT5 recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V172000Mar 16, 2023Transmission & Powertrain8,744 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
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: 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.
- NHTSA 22V446000Jun 23, 2022Fuel System228 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
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: 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.
- NHTSA 22V427000Jun 16, 2022Suspension, Wheels & Tires736 vehicles
Suspension:rear
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: 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.
2022 Cadillac XT5 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 20 MPG
- Highway
- 24.5 MPG
- Combined
- 21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,625
- 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 XT5 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Cadillac XT5 reliable?
- NHTSA data shows the 2022 XT5 has a Complaint Index of 38 and ranks 6th of 9 model years, giving it a 'Good' verdict relative to other XT5 years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Cadillac XT5?
- NHTSA complaints point to Collision Avoidance & Cameras issues (30% of complaints), followed by Airbags, Electrical System, and Transmission & Powertrain, each at 20%.
- Does the 2022 Cadillac XT5 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 XT5: a transmission sun gear issue, a fuel tank rollover valve seal problem, and a left-rear suspension toe link fastener issue. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2022 XT5 compare to other model years?
- The 2022 XT5's Complaint Index of 38 is lower than 2017 (88), 2018 (75), and 2019 (63), but higher than 2020 (13) and 2021 (0), which rank as the best years.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Cadillac XT5?
- EPA rates the 2022 XT5 at 21 mpg combined (20 city / 24.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,625.