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2022 Cadillac XT6 reliability

Is it reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2022 Cadillac XT6 holds 15 complaints after 5 years, a rate of 3 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most XT6 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 5. NHTSA has 3 recalls on file, including Tank, Rear, and Hydraulic brakes, fluid.

2020 Cadillac XT6
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Complaints

15

Per year

3

Recalls

3

Years on the road

5

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Engine (3 of 15), then Electrical system (2) and Fuel system, gasoline (2). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash and 1 that reports an injury.

Next to 2021 and 2023

The 2021 XT6 has 18 complaints, 2 per year, and the 2023 has 13 complaints, 4 per year. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2023.

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 2022 Cadillac XT6. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (3)

Recall gasoline fuel system, storage, tank 2022-06-23 · NHTSA campaign 22V446000
Summary 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.
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.
Recall suspension, rear 2022-06-16 · NHTSA campaign 22V427000
Summary 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.
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.
Recall hydraulic brakes, fluid 2022-06-02 · NHTSA campaign 22V392000
Summary 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."
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.

Complaints by component (15 total)

Engine
3
Electrical system
2
Fuel system, gasoline
2
Powertrain
2
Forward collision avoidance
1
Fuel and propulsion system
1
Lane departure
1
Service brakes
1
Speed control
1
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Crash-flagged

1

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

1

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

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Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "I was driving in a highway going at highway speed and the car suddenly just shut off and all the alert lights were reflected at that time the car was not responding completely, shut off, then within seconds after the…"
    Powertrain, Electrical system, Engine · filed 2026-09-07
  • "My Cadillac has experienced a history of repeated mechanical/electrical issues and has spent extended periods of time out of service at the dealership for repairs. On today’s date, while driving at normal roadway speed,…"
    Unknown or other · filed 2026-05-08
  • "dash board panel buckels in the heat of california part 84900142 & 84900137"
    Unknown or other · filed 2025-11-17
  • "The thermostat sensor is defaulty. While driving all of the dashboard component lights flash on and off and the vehicle loses power while driving. Called the dealership and the technician knew exactly what it was…"
    Unknown or other · filed 2025-11-04
  • "See attached document for complaint"
    Electrical system · filed 2025-03-11

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2022 Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD 5 stars 5 stars 5 stars 4 stars
2022 Cadillac XT6 SUV FWD 5 stars 5 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
XT6 all-wheel drive 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic (9-speed) All-wheel drive 18 25 21 MPG $3100
XT6 all-wheel drive 2L, 4-cyl Automatic (9-speed) All-wheel drive 21 26 23 MPG $3450
XT6 front-wheel drive 2L, 4-cyl Automatic (9-speed) Front-wheel drive 21 27 23 MPG $3450
XT6 front-wheel drive 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic (9-speed) Front-wheel drive 19 26 21 MPG $3100

Specs and fitment

First generation, 2020–present
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Cadillac XT6 reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2022 Cadillac XT6 holds 15 complaints after 5 years, a rate of 3 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most XT6 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 5. NHTSA has 3 recalls on file, including Tank, Rear, and Hydraulic brakes, fluid.

What are common problems with a 2022 Cadillac XT6?

The complaints owners file most often name Engine (3 of 15), then Electrical system (2) and Fuel system, gasoline (2). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash and 1 that reports an injury.

Is the 2022 Cadillac XT6 more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2021 XT6 has 18 complaints, 2 per year, and the 2023 has 13 complaints, 4 per year. The 2022 has more complaints per year than the 2021. The 2022 has fewer complaints per year than the 2023.

Has the 2022 Cadillac XT6 been recalled?

The 2022 Cadillac XT6 has 3 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Cadillac XT6?

Owners have filed 15 complaints about the 2022 Cadillac XT6 with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2022 Cadillac XT6 get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2022 Cadillac XT6 is 22 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

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.