2023 Cadillac XT6 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2023 Cadillac XT6 has a complaint index of 40, ranking 4th out of 6 model years, and earns a Good verdict. It logged 13 complaints, 2 recalls, and 1 crash, with transmission and powertrain issues the top concern at 64,000 miles median mileage.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 40/100
- #4 of 6 XT6 years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 13
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Transmission & Powertrain
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 22
- 20 city / 26 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2023 Cadillac XT6 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Transmission & Powertrain4 (31%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (15%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (15%)
- Electrical System1 (8%)
- Fuel System1 (8%)
- Lane Departure1 (8%)
- Other1 (8%)
- Steering1 (8%)
- Structure & Body1 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (8%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Rear camera can go dim at night when shifting into reverse, making it hard to see behind the vehicle.
- Some owners report the transmission engaging forward motion or failing to move in reverse despite being shifted into Reverse.
- The vehicle can lose motive power while driving and then fail to restart, with no warning lights illuminated.
- Rear collision sensors were reported missing or non-functional after a low-speed backing crash.
- The lane-keeping system has steered the vehicle toward the shoulder or ditch during highway driving.
- The power liftgate has opened on its own while parked, sometimes draining the battery overnight.
2023 Cadillac XT6 recalls
2 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 22V708000Sep 22, 2022Other24 vehicles
Equipment:other:labels
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The certification label located on the driver's side B-pillar contains tire size information that may be illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: Illegible tire size information may result in the wrong tires being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the vehicle certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 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 N222381690.
2023 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.
2023 compared with other XT6 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Cadillac XT6 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 XT6 has a complaint index of 40, the second-lowest among the six model years with data, earning a Good verdict.
- What problems does the 2023 Cadillac XT6 have?
- NHTSA data shows 13 complaints, with Transmission & Powertrain the top problem area at 31% of complaints, followed by issues with collision avoidance cameras and visibility/wipers.
- Does the 2023 Cadillac XT6 have a recall?
- Yes, NHTSA lists two recalls: one for an incorrect transmission sun gear (campaign 23V172000) and one for an illegible certification label (campaign 22V708000). Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2023 XT6 compare to other XT6 model years?
- The 2023 XT6 ranks 4th worst of 6 years with a complaint index of 40, better than 2020 (100, Avoid) and 2022 (80, Avoid), but behind 2021 and 2025, both rated Best.
- What mileage do 2023 XT6 transmission problems show up at?
- NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage of 64,000 miles for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2023 XT6.