2022 Cadillac XT6 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
60/100
#3 most-complained of 6 XT6 years
The 2022 Cadillac XT6 has a Complaint Index of 60 and ranks 3rd worst out of 6 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 15 complaints, 3 recalls, and 1 crash, with engine problems the top issue at a median 5,829 miles.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 22
- 20 city / 26 hwy
Top 2022 Cadillac XT6 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other5 (33%)
- Engine4 (27%)
- Fuel System3 (20%)
- Electrical System2 (13%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (13%)
- Brakes1 (7%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (7%)
- Lane Departure1 (7%)
What owners report
- Engine can lock up or lose power shortly after purchase, in one case at only 134 miles.
- Vehicle has unintended acceleration after shifting into park, in one case leading to a crash.
- Engine reportedly dies or stalls after driving through shallow standing water.
- Vehicle loses motive power and stalls at low speed, sometimes requiring a fuel pump module replacement.
- Braking assist reportedly fails to activate during hard braking at highway speed, though the driver avoided a crash by braking manually.
- Vehicle shuts off suddenly at highway speed with warning lights flashing before restarting on its own.
2022 Cadillac XT6 recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- 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.
- NHTSA 22V392000Jun 2, 2022Brakes237 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:fluid
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may be missing the warning label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: Without a warning label, the brake fluid may be unintentionally contaminated by debris, which can affect brake performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222369130.
2022 Cadillac XT6 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 20 MPG
- Highway
- 26 MPG
- Combined
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,275
- 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.
2022 compared with other XT6 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Cadillac XT6 reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2022 XT6 a Complaint Index of 60, ranking it 3rd worst of 6 model years with a Caution verdict. It has fewer complaints than the 2020 model but more issues reported per complaint than the 2021, 2023, and 2025 model years.
- What is the top problem area on the 2022 Cadillac XT6?
- Engine issues are the top problem area, making up 27% of complaints (4 of 15), with a median failure mileage of 5,829 miles.
- Does the 2022 Cadillac XT6 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2022 XT6: a fuel tank rollover valve seal issue, a loose left-rear suspension toe link fastener, and a missing warning label on the brake fluid reservoir cap. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2022 XT6 compare to other XT6 model years?
- The 2022 XT6 (Complaint Index 60, Caution) ranks better than the 2020 XT6 (Complaint Index 100, Avoid) but worse than the 2021 XT6 (Complaint Index 0, Best), the 2023 XT6 (Complaint Index 20, Best), and the 2025 XT6 (Complaint Index 40, Good).
- What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Cadillac XT6?
- The EPA rates the 2022 XT6 at 22 mpg combined (20 city / 26 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,275.