Cadillac · XT6 · 2023
2023 Cadillac XT6
2
Recalls
13
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2023 Cadillac XT6 has 2 recalls and 13 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: power train (4 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2023 Cadillac XT6 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 power train with 4 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 2023 Cadillac XT6 currently shows 2 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 13 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 power train (4), back over prevention (2), unknown or other,visibility/wiper (1).
- Vehicle
- 2023 Cadillac XT6
- Recalls
- 2
- Complaints
- 13
- 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
16.4% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: Standard & OptionalLane Departure Warning: Standard & Optional
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 23V172000March 16, 2023
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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 Status
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.
NHTSA ID: 22V708000September 22, 2022
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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 Status
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.
Owner Complaints
13 totalFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 29, 2026
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 displays diagnostic trouble code P2635 – Fuel Pump Flow Per...
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SUSPENSION,WHEELS
Apr 21, 2025
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?
POWER TRAIN
Aug 5, 2024
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 restart. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not...
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POWER TRAIN
Aug 25, 2023
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 manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the rec...
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STEERING
Aug 15, 2023
I bought cadillac XT6 four months ago . Last week i noticed that car steering lock when turning right on highway over 25mph. I went to the empire cadillac of long island city (NY). Mechanic took test drive with me and even he noticed that there is some problem. After keeping my c...
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POWER TRAIN
May 16, 2023
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 issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a rea...
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STRUCTURE
Apr 28, 2023
My lift gate would open by itself when I put the car in park. It would also open overnight while parked in the garage. When I discovered it open, the battery had ran down. Opening while in park happened about 6 times.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Feb 13, 2023
I have a Cadillac 2023 XT6 When I put the car in reverse in the daytime the Back up camera display works fine. If it is at night,Raining, or during any hours of the day like in a garage the display dims .It is hard to see a person behind you or any poles. When shifting into Reve...
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LANE DEPARTURE
Jan 17, 2023
During a drive at about 40 MPH down a straight, dry two-lane, something went wrong and it decided to encourage me to drive into the ditch, steering me directly off the road. It was consistent, and when I found a stretch with a wide shoulder to see what would happen, it took me un...
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BACK OVER PREVENTION
Oct 20, 2022
The rear camera is not working properly. Rear camera is necessary for the driver to help prevent hitting unseen subject behind the car. Let say if there is a 2 years old kid playing in the back of my car, I wouldn't see the kid. I brought the car to the dealership for the 3rd ...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Cadillac XT6 have?
The 2023 Cadillac XT6 has 2 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2023 Cadillac XT6?
NHTSA has received 13 owner-reported complaints for the 2023 Cadillac XT6.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2023 Cadillac XT6?
The 2023 Cadillac XT6 received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Cadillac XT6?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2023 Cadillac XT6 are power train (4 reports), back over prevention (2 reports), unknown or other,visibility/wiper (1 reports).
Does the 2023 Cadillac XT6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 2 recalls on record for the 2023 Cadillac XT6. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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