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2023 Cadillac XT6 reliability

Is it reliable?

The 2023 Cadillac XT6 has 13 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 4 per year. That is about even with the other XT6 years here. Their median is 4 complaints per year. NHTSA has 2 recalls on file, including Automatic transmission and Labels.

2020 Cadillac XT6
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Complaints

13

Per year

4

Recalls

2

Years on the road

4

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (4 of 13), then Back-over prevention (2) and Visibility and wipers (2). The most filings arrived in 2023 (7 of 13). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash.

Next to 2022 and 2024

The 2022 XT6 has 15 complaints, 3 per year, and the 2024 has 15 complaints, 5 per year. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2022. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2024.

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 2023 Cadillac XT6. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (2)

Recall powertrain, automatic transmission 2023-03-16 · NHTSA campaign 23V172000
Summary 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.
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.
Recall Labels 2022-09-22 · NHTSA campaign 22V708000
Summary 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."
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.

Complaints by component (13 total)

Powertrain
4
Back-over prevention
2
Visibility and wipers
2
Electrical system
1
Fuel and propulsion system
1
Lane departure
1
Steering
1
Structure
1
Suspension
1
Wheels
1
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Crash-flagged

1

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

0

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

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Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "The vehicle has experienced repeated fuel system failures. The fuel pump control module (FPCM) is a known General Motors issue on similar vehicles, but this specific vehicle was not included in a recall. The vehicle now…"
    Fuel and propulsion system · filed 2026-02-01
  • "i WAS INFORMED DURING A DEALER OIL CHANGE THAT THE TOE LINKS ON THE REAR WHEELS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. WHY IS THIS NOT COVERED UNDER THE BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRANTY?"
    Suspension, Wheels · filed 2025-04-30
  • "The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac XT6. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to…"
    Powertrain · filed 2024-08-14
  • "The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac XT6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V172000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was made aware of the…"
    Powertrain · filed 2023-09-06
  • "The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac XT6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V172000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the…"
    Powertrain · filed 2023-08-28

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2023 Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD 5 stars 5 stars 5 stars 4 stars
2023 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 2L, 4-cyl Automatic (9-speed) All-wheel drive 21 26 23 MPG $3450
XT6 all-wheel drive 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic (9-speed) All-wheel drive 18 25 21 MPG $3100
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 2023 Cadillac XT6 reliable?

The 2023 Cadillac XT6 has 13 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 4 per year. That is about even with the other XT6 years here. Their median is 4 complaints per year. NHTSA has 2 recalls on file, including Automatic transmission and Labels.

What are common problems with a 2023 Cadillac XT6?

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (4 of 13), then Back-over prevention (2) and Visibility and wipers (2). The most filings arrived in 2023 (7 of 13). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash.

Is the 2023 Cadillac XT6 more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2022 XT6 has 15 complaints, 3 per year, and the 2024 has 15 complaints, 5 per year. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2022. The 2023 has fewer complaints per year than the 2024.

Has the 2023 Cadillac XT6 been recalled?

The 2023 Cadillac XT6 has 2 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 2023 Cadillac XT6?

Owners have filed 13 complaints about the 2023 Cadillac XT6 with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2023 Cadillac XT6 get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2023 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.