Cadillac XT6 years to avoid and best years
Newer Cadillac XT6 years have about the same owner complaints per year as the older ones. 2020 has the most complaints per year, at 5 (36 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2021 at 2 (from 18 complaints), 2022 at 3 (from 15 complaints), and 2023 at 4 (from 13 complaints). The 2025 Cadillac XT6 is too early to compare, at 4 per year so far, from 8 complaints. On the 2020 Cadillac XT6, 5 of 36 complaints name Back-over prevention.
Data as of .
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Cadillac XT6 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Cadillac XT6. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Too early | 4 | 8 | 1 | Engine | 21.8 |
| 2024 → | 5 | 15 | 2 | Powertrain | 22 |
| 2023 → Fewest | 4 | 13 | 2 | Powertrain | 22 |
| 2022 → Fewest | 3 | 15 | 3 | Fuel system, gasoline | 22 |
| 2021 → Fewest | 2 | 18 | 2 | Back-over prevention | 22 |
| 2020 → Most | 5 | 36 | 4 | Back-over prevention | 20 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 0W-30 (3.6L V6; temperature-dependent specification) · 6 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 235/65R18
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which Cadillac XT6 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2021 at 2 (from 18 complaints), 2022 at 3 (from 15 complaints), and 2023 at 4 (from 13 complaints).
Which Cadillac XT6 year has the most owner complaints?
2020 has the most complaints per year, at 5 (36 complaints). On the 2020 Cadillac XT6, 5 of 36 complaints name Back-over prevention.
How do Cadillac XT6 owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Cadillac XT6 years have about the same owner complaints per year as the older ones.
Which Cadillac XT6 years are too early to compare?
The 2025 Cadillac XT6 is too early to compare, at 4 per year so far, from 8 complaints.
What oil does a Cadillac XT6 take?
The 3.6L V6 is commonly specified with 0W-30 (temperature-dependent) and about 6 qt with filter.
What tire size is on the Cadillac XT6?
Typical OE fitment is 235/65R18; confirm on the SUV’s tire placard.
Did Cadillac recall XT6 fuel pumps?
Recall 20V-639 covers certain 2020 XT6 vehicles (with Enclave, XT5, Traverse, and Acadia) where a plastic burr on the fuel pump jet nozzle can cause pump failure; dealers replace the module.