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2022 Cadillac XT6 problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 14 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

The 2022 Cadillac XT6 has 14 NHTSA owner complaints and 1 recall on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Cadillac XT6 owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2020 XT6 36 0
2021 XT6 18 0
2022 XT6 (this page) 14 1
2023 XT6 13 0
2024 XT6 14 0
2025 XT6 8 0
2022 Cadillac XT6
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0 5 10
Reliability score
8.6 / 10

Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.

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Critical
1
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2022 XT6?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

NHTSA crash-test safety ratings 5 / 5 overall

Overall 5/5
Frontal crash 5/5
Side crash 5/5
Rollover 4/5

Driver-assist features on the tested model: Electronic stability control: Standard · Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program — tested configuration: 2022 Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD. Stars rate crash protection in NHTSA's tests, not overall reliability — see the owner-complaint data below for what actually goes wrong.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2022 XT6 · engine
The vehicle was driven into low water and the belief is tha vehicles near this vehicle created a wake which caused the engine to die. The dealer that has the vehicle advised that another vehicle same make and model need an engine replaced. For both vehicles there was no water…
11/07/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11492543.0
2022 XT6 · cruise control Crash
The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac XT6. The contact stated that while parking in a parking space with her great nephew in a booster seat on the rear passenger seat, she depressed the brake pedal and shifted into park. However, upon releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle…
10/18/2022 · at 5,829 mi · NHTSA ODI #11489768.0
2022 XT6 · brakes
The vehicle's battery is discharged causing the vehicle to be unable to start. After using the jump start to start the vehicle and driving for a period of time, the vehicle's brakes failed on the highway. And many fault lights popped up.
10/08/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11618684.0
2022 XT6 · fuel system
The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac XT6. The contact stated while reversing out of a parking spot, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the fuel pump module to be replaced. The…
08/25/2023 · at 23,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11540775.0
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 22V392000 June 2, 2022

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT6 vehicles

Without a warning label, the brake fluid may be unintentionally contaminated by debris, which can affect brake performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Common questions

Is the 2022 Cadillac XT6 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Cadillac XT6 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2022 Cadillac XT6?

On the NHTSA data, the 2022 Cadillac XT6 does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.6/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What should I check before buying a used 2022 Cadillac XT6?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2022 Cadillac XT6 to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.

Is the 2022 Cadillac XT6 a good used car to buy?

It scores 8.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 14 owner complaints. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2022 Cadillac XT6?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Cadillac XT6 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2022 Cadillac XT6?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 14 complaints on file, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Cadillac/XT6. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Cadillac. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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