2018 Cadillac XT5 reliability
The 2018 Cadillac XT5 has 66 complaints with NHTSA after 9 years, or 7 per year. That is more complaints per year than most XT5 years here — over the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (15 of 66), then Electrical system (14) and Steering (12). Those filings include 2 that report a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 1 that reports an injury.
The 2017 XT5 has 124 complaints, 18 per year, and the 2019 has 32 complaints, 4 per year. The 2018 has fewer complaints per year than the 2017. The 2018 has more complaints per year than the 2019.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2018 Cadillac XT5. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (66 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"Check engine light sensor came on in mid-May which is the result of a faulty thermostat, also triggering a "Steering Assist is Reduced" message on the dashboard which I consider to be a safety issue. This is a known and…"
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"Thermostat failure causes steering assist to be reduced. This leaves more difficult steering especially in an emergency situation, thus a safety concern. The vehicle displays a warning: "Steering Assist Is Reduced,…"
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"My windshield has a lot of spider and has never been hit with anything. They spread from the bottom up"
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"While driving at highway speeds, I needed to accelerate hard in order to pass another vehicle and while accelerating there was a downshift and increase in RPM. After passing, the RPM remained high even after I took foot…"
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"The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac XT5. The vehicle was recently purchased, and while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. In addition, the…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2018 Cadillac XT5 SUV AWD | 5 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2018 Cadillac XT5 SUV FWD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| XT5 | 3.6L, 6-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG | $2950 |
| XT5 all-wheel drive | 3.6L, 6-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG | $3100 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 20V-639 covers certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles: the fuel pump jet nozzle may have a plastic burr that can cause fuel pump failure. Dealers replace the fuel pump module.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2018 Cadillac XT5 reliable?
The 2018 Cadillac XT5 has 66 complaints with NHTSA after 9 years, or 7 per year. That is more complaints per year than most XT5 years here — over the median of the other years, which is 3. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2018 Cadillac XT5?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (15 of 66), then Electrical system (14) and Steering (12). Those filings include 2 that report a crash, 1 that reports a fire, and 1 that reports an injury.
Is the 2018 Cadillac XT5 more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2017 XT5 has 124 complaints, 18 per year, and the 2019 has 32 complaints, 4 per year. The 2018 has fewer complaints per year than the 2017. The 2018 has more complaints per year than the 2019.
Has the 2018 Cadillac XT5 been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2018 Cadillac XT5.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2018 Cadillac XT5?
Owners have filed 66 complaints about the 2018 Cadillac XT5 with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2018 Cadillac XT5 get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2018 Cadillac XT5 is 21.5 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What oil does a Cadillac XT5 take?
5W-30 full synthetic for the 2.0L turbo or 3.6L V6; capacity is about 6 quarts with filter.
What does recall 20V-639 cover on the XT5?
Certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles—see the NHTSA campaign summary for the defect and remedy.
What tire sizes does the XT5 use?
235/65R18 base; 235/55R20 on Premium Luxury.