Cadillac · XT5 · 2019
2019 Cadillac XT5
0
Recalls
31
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2019 Cadillac XT5 has no recalls and 31 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: steering (5 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2019 Cadillac XT5 page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is steering with 5 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2019 Cadillac XT5 currently shows no active NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 31 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are steering (5), unknown or other (3), air bags (3).
- Vehicle
- 2019 Cadillac XT5
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 31
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
15.1% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: Optional
Owner Complaints
31 totalWHEELS
Feb 26, 2026
Went to Genesis Cadillac for oil change and they recommended the replacement of both my rear toe links. As stated on their service bill Caused by loose rear toe links. GM has been selectively recalling certain makes, models and model years recalling toe link for replacement. M...
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE
Jan 8, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that while leaving the driveway, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, there was an abnormally loud squeaking sound coming from the vehicle. The check engine w...
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STEERING
Jan 7, 2026
We got the message that our steering may be impacted and then our temperature gauge wasn’t working nor the stop/start feature. Trip to service dealer resulted in a $1,186.14 repair for the replacement of the thermostat. This car only has 37,269 miles. We were told by service te...
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,AIR BAGS
CRASH1 injuryAug 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked in a parking lot. The contact then shifted the transmission into drive (D), and the engine revved loudly. The contact slightly depressed the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle experienced uninten...
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STEERING
Mar 21, 2025
Steering assist disengaged, low power mode, no temperature read and check engine light. All occurred at 61k miles.
ENGINE
Mar 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 25 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to coast the vehicle to a stop and park on the side of the highway. The contact wait...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
FIREMar 3, 2025
The passenger interior side door at the bottom towards the back near the backseat, beginning driver seat caught fire. A small tiny hole began melting, and there was flames coming out of it. Within minutes. My entire car was engulfed in flames when the fire department came they sa...
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STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Dec 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 20 MPH, the brake warning light illuminated. A message "Steering Power Reduced" was displayed before the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. The contact...
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
CRASH1 injurySep 11, 2024
The contact's wife owned a 2019 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that while the wife was driving at various speeds, the brake pedal would vibrate upon depression without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer however the failure was unable to be duplicated. The contact then s...
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AIR BAGS
Feb 1, 2024
I keep getting a warning to service the Safety Restraint System. I have taken my car in several times to be fixed and have paid a lot of money and it is still not fixed. The dealership says they fixed it but then it happens again. This has been going on for about 3-4 months now. ...
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Showing 10 recent complaints from 31 total
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Cadillac XT5 have?
The 2019 Cadillac XT5 has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2019 Cadillac XT5?
NHTSA has received 31 owner-reported complaints for the 2019 Cadillac XT5.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2019 Cadillac XT5?
The 2019 Cadillac XT5 received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Cadillac XT5?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2019 Cadillac XT5 are steering (5 reports), unknown or other (3 reports), air bags (3 reports).
Does the 2019 Cadillac XT5 have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2019 Cadillac XT5. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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