The 2019 Cadillac XTS is associated with 5 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 2 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is AIR BAGS,SEATS, accounting for 1 reports (20% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 5 certified vehicle configurations spanning 3.6l 6-cyl powertrain configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 17 to 22 MPG combined. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 5 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 2 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: AIR BAGS,SEATS (1 / 20%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 1 crash / 0 fire / 0 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 17–22 MPG (5 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| XTS | 3.6L 6-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 19 MPG | 28 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $2,800 / yr |
| XTS Hearse | 3.6L 6-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 15 MPG | 21 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $3,600 / yr |
| XTS Limo | 3.6L 6-Cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 15 MPG | 21 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $3,600 / yr |
| XTS AWD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 17 MPG | 26 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,100 / yr |
| XTS AWD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 16 MPG | 23 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $4,200 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | | Not Rated | | 11.799999999999999% |
| 4 DR AWD | Not Rated | | Not Rated | | 11.799999999999999% |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Optional and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Optional in official NHTSA records for tested 2019 Cadillac XTS models.
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Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Defect Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Cadillac XTS vehicles. The front seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckle head to the cable mounting strap.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat buckle assemblies, replacing them if the rivets are missing, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N182204040.
Affected Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, 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. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
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