2022 Cadillac XT6 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2022 Cadillac XT6 ranks 2nd-worst of 6 model years, with a complaint index of 80, 15 complaints, and 3 recalls. It carries an Avoid verdict, driven mainly by engine problems reported at a median of 5,829 miles.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 80/100
- #2 of 6 XT6 years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 15
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 22
- 20 city / 26 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2022 Cadillac XT6 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA 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%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Engine loses power or stalls unexpectedly while driving, sometimes leading to a crash after unintended acceleration in a parking lot.
- Vehicle stalls or loses motive power at low speed, with warning lights illuminated, requiring towing to a dealer.
- Fuel pump module failures cause stalling while reversing or driving, sometimes with misfire codes and check-engine warnings.
- Forward collision braking assist fails to engage during a sudden stop, though the driver avoided a crash by braking manually.
- Electrical system shuts the vehicle off completely at highway speed before restarting on its own seconds later.
- Brakes reportedly fail on the highway after the battery discharges and the vehicle is jump-started.
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?
- Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, the 2022 XT6 ranks 2nd-worst of 6 model years with a complaint index of 80 and an Avoid verdict. Engine problems make up 27% of its complaints.
- What problems does the 2022 Cadillac XT6 have?
- Owners reported engine stalling and power loss (27% of complaints, median 5,829 miles), fuel system failures like fuel pump module issues (20%, median 15,500 miles), and electrical and transmission complaints.
- 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.
- Which Cadillac XT6 model years should I avoid?
- The 2020 XT6 has the highest complaint index at 100 and an Avoid verdict, while 2022 also carries an Avoid verdict with an index of 80. The 2021 and 2025 XT6 both earn a Best verdict.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Cadillac XT6?
- EPA rates the 2022 XT6 at 22 mpg combined (20 city / 26 highway), with an annual fuel cost of $3,275.