2013 CADILLAC XTS
5 recalls, 148 complaints - 2,787 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating
14V541000 Sep 9, 2014
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 22, 2014, and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to September 2, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the electronic parking brake piston actu... Read more
Consequence
Brake pads that remain partially engaged with the rotors may cause excessive brake heat that may result in a fire.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic parking brake software, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14471.
14V518000 Aug 28, 2014
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
Defect Description
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured April 11, 2013, to June 27, 2013, and 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured May 13, 2013, to November 5, 2013. The affected vehicles may have left the factory with the sensing and diagnostic m... Read more
Consequence
In manufacturing mode, the vehicle's air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers are to reprogram the SDM to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14532.
14V116000 Mar 17, 2014
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, through March 7, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a cavity plug on the brake booster pump connector may dislodge allowing corrosion of the brake booster pump relay connector.
Consequence
The corrosion of the brake booster pump relay connector may cause a resistive short and melt the connector, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will apply sealant to the connector cavity plugs, re-route the vacuum pump vent hose and replace the front body wiring harnesses as needed, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339. GM's number for this rec... Read more
13V220000 May 24, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac ATS and model year 2013 Cadillac XTS; model year 2014 Chevrolet Impala; and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles. Originally, in May 2013, GM recalled 1,627 model year 2013 Cadillac ATS and model year 2013 Cadillac XTS; and model year 2... Read more
Consequence
If the brake lamps flash when the vehicle is not slowing, a following driver may not adjust vehicle speed when the vehicle is in fact braking, and the brake lamps are illuminating as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module. The recall began on June 13, 2013. Owner's may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339. GM's recall number is 13158.
12V525000 Oct 31, 2012
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured from October 12, 2011, through August 30, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 202, "Head Restraints." The rear seat head restraints may not lock in the u... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, the lowered head restraint may increase the occupant's risk of neck injury.
Remedy
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the head restraints, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2012. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-458-8006.
Complaint Statistics
148 total complaints
1 crashes 4 fires 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 38 |
| SUSPENSION | 23 |
| ENGINE | 17 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 14 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 7 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 6 |
| AIR BAGS | 5 |
| WHEELS | 5 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 |
| STEERING | 3 |
POWER TRAIN
May 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 17, 2026
Failed PTU is signaling AWD service light. Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 2014 Later Trims have recalled failure Jeep won't go over 25mph without shaking. Sounds are grinding. Very dangerous to drive
ENGINE
May 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 17, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, a fire originated near the dashboard area without warning. The occupants inside the vehicle first noticed an abnormal smoke odor inside the vehicle. Shortly afterwards, the contact and passenger’s eyes start... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 1, 2026
Incident date: Apr 17, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact stated that while reversing out of the garage, the vehicle suddenly stalled, with the message "12-Volt System Deactivated" displayed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the computer control module... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Feb 9, 2026
Incident date: Aug 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 GMC Acadia. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated and DTC: P04FB; was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with moisture of the crank case. The vehicle was repaired. The contact st... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 8, 2025
Incident date: Dec 4, 2025
I informed the dealership of ignition switch recall shortly after purchasing vehicle. The dealership stated " the VIN number shows no recalls". And that was it said there nothing showing up. I KNOW ignition switch is messed up because every time I would turn the car off I could still feel it running... Read more
SEATS
Apr 25, 2025
Incident date: Apr 25, 2025
This vehicle can not sustain wind less than 15 Miles per hr on a windy day. I was close to being in a very serious highway accident 3 times. Small wind forces will make you loose control in the car. The seats has caused severe back and hip plain because of all the friction from that you feel from hi... Read more
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 28, 2025
Incident date: Feb 28, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Acura TLX. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V751000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) and 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufactured had exceeded a re... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 28, 2025
Incident date: Feb 28, 2025
at 60860 my first engine went out General Motors offered no help i have extended warranty it took 3 months to get my Yukon back now 40000 later 2nd engine goes out cannot get a dealer to touch excuse after excuse tried to contact General Motors nobody will talk to me
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 28, 2025
Incident date: Feb 28, 2025
Vehicle keeps giving codes not even a month after purchased that say key missing check for key. Then another that says key not found put key in center console left cupholder. This has happened multiple times already and the dealership supposedly said the first time it was a programming issue and ne... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 13, 2025
Incident date: Feb 3, 2025
My windshield was hit by a stone in April 2024, and I have still been unable to source a replacement windshield. My driver seat belt sensor went out and froze the rear brakes. I had to burn through the brake pads to get the car off the road, and had no rear brake pads until I was able to locate a s... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 13, 2025
Incident date: Feb 3, 2025
Radio software glitch (bulletin 23-NA-183) cuts blower fan speed to 50% or below resulting in ineffective defrost during winter months. GM knows of the issue and has a radio software update but will not complete this as warranty and/or recall and will demand you pay for the correction. Due to the un... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 4, 2024
Incident date: Apr 15, 2024
Engine light came on and showed misfire in cylinder 4. Changed spark plug and engine coil. Still had engine light on and misfiring. Car drove in power safety mode. After much diagnosis and inspection, master mechanic found coolant leaking into the cylinder walls due to a faulty (poorly manufactured)... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 29, 2024
Incident date: Apr 9, 2024
I have experienced what is known in the Victory community as the C-Clip failure in the transmission. The bike has just over 17K miles on it. I was downshifting from 3rd gear to 2nd gear while coming out of a switchback curve and climbing a steep hill. As soon as I downshifted, the failure occured.... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 17, 2024
Incident date: Jan 10, 2024
I was driving my ford focus se 2018 on 1/15/2024. Once I made my stop at an intersection leaving my community my vehicle did not accelerate when ever I made my full stop. I began to repeated make an attempt to accelerate but it refused to do so. I placed my hazardous light on and attempted to rese... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 18, 2023
Incident date: Oct 18, 2023
Failure in active grill shutter. National issue.
ENGINE
Oct 18, 2023
Incident date: Oct 18, 2023
Engine began having issues with stalling out around 70k Miles. Car was taken to the dealer and Tessa on for issue couldn’t be diagnosed. Car then began again at 83k miles took it to a repair shop and the issue could not be pin pointed once again. I was informed that the engine would have to comple... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 18, 2023
Incident date: Oct 18, 2023
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 - 65 MPH, another vehicle struck the contact's front driver's side, causing the contact's vehicle to spin. The vehicle then crashed into the side embankment wall. The air bags did not deploy. The impac... Read more
Crash
2 injured
AIR BAGS
Oct 18, 2023
Incident date: Oct 18, 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stat... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 11, 2023
Incident date: Nov 1, 2022
Tire pressure monitoring system is not working although the air pressure is kept as requested. The light is always ON which makes identification of loss of air pressure difficult to dictate, and can cause loss of vehicle control and serious damage in highways.
WHEELS
Aug 11, 2023
Incident date: Nov 1, 2022
Tire pressure monitoring system is not working although the air pressure is kept as requested. The light is always ON which makes identification of loss of air pressure difficult to dictate, and can cause loss of vehicle control and serious damage in highways.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 10, 2023
Incident date: May 16, 2022
Vehicle VW Tiguan 2014 VIN:[XXX] Vehicle has been presenting several issues. Carbon Build up causing vehicle to stall and tremble turning off some times. Safety concern as it could cause an accident. Bad heater core as it gets restricted and reheats the vehicle possible outcome a fire, Safety concer... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 29, 2022
Incident date: Dec 20, 2022
The contact owned a 2013 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that they parked their vehicle and approximately 5-10 minutes afterward the vehicle caught fire. The fire department arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire. A police report was filed. There were two vehicles and a bicycle nearby that ... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 29, 2022
Incident date: Dec 20, 2022
The contact owned a 2013 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that they parked their vehicle and approximately 5-10 minutes afterward the vehicle caught fire. The fire department arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire. A police report was filed. There were two vehicles and a bicycle nearby that ... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 19, 2021
Incident date: Aug 18, 2021
The car shut off while I was driving mid speed. This has happened multiple times luckily I wasnt on the highway. But this has happened many times so glad no other cars hit me, or I didnt crash with my kids in the car. This is so scary and I need Cadillac to look into this issue.
ENGINE
Aug 19, 2021
Incident date: Aug 18, 2021
The car shut off while I was driving mid speed. This has happened multiple times luckily I wasnt on the highway. But this has happened many times so glad no other cars hit me, or I didnt crash with my kids in the car. This is so scary and I need Cadillac to look into this issue.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 19, 2021
Incident date: Aug 18, 2021
The car shut off while I was driving mid speed. This has happened multiple times luckily I wasnt on the highway. But this has happened many times so glad no other cars hit me, or I didnt crash with my kids in the car. This is so scary and I need Cadillac to look into this issue.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Aug 7, 2021
Incident date: Apr 22, 2021
DIC(Digital information cluster) fails to come on when I start the car. This is an electronic dashboard and also affects all the steering wheel Controls including cruise control, turning signals and heads up display.Without the system you are essentially driving blind. I notified Cadillac customer s... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 7, 2021
Incident date: Apr 22, 2021
DIC(Digital information cluster) fails to come on when I start the car. This is an electronic dashboard and also affects all the steering wheel Controls including cruise control, turning signals and heads up display.Without the system you are essentially driving blind. I notified Cadillac customer s... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 7, 2021
Incident date: Apr 22, 2021
DIC(Digital information cluster) fails to come on when I start the car. This is an electronic dashboard and also affects all the steering wheel Controls including cruise control, turning signals and heads up display.Without the system you are essentially driving blind. I notified Cadillac customer s... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 10, 2021
Incident date: Jun 3, 2021
The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated while driving 15 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed with nothing needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact the... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 10, 2021
Incident date: Jun 3, 2021
The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated while driving 15 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed with nothing needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact the... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 27, 2021
Incident date: Sep 28, 1981
Inside Spider Crack on left side of the screen cue.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 29, 2021
Incident date: Jul 15, 2019
LEFT BRAKE LIGHT REPAIRED NUMEROUS TIMES- UNDER AND AFTER WARRANTY, STILL NOT WORKING. CUE SYSTEM CRACKED POST WARRANTY NOT USABLE, NAVAGATION HAZZARD, BACKUP HAZZARD DOES NOT ALLOW FOR HANDS FREE DRIVING. THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE, SHOULD BE A RECALL AS REPLACEMENT IS VERY COSTLY AND THE PROBLEM REP... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 26, 2021
Incident date: Mar 24, 2021
CADILLAC CUE SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. CUE HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE NOW AND THE SAME ISSUE KEEPS HAPPENING, FIRST IT CRACKS AND THEN YOU LOOSE TOUCH SCREEN THEN IT GOES BLACK. NO GPS AVAILABLE MAKING MY COMMUTES DANGEROUS.
SUSPENSION
Mar 14, 2021
Incident date: Mar 14, 2021
THE SUSPENSION IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING TOTALLY COLLAPSE. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO ONE FIRST GETTING INTO AND STARTING THE CAR. MECHANIC REPLACED A RELAY SWITCH BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUES STILL. I HAVE LOOKED ONLINE AND FOUND MANY SIMILAR ACCOUNTS F... Read more
SUSPENSION
Feb 12, 2021
Incident date: Feb 6, 2021
THE SUSPENSION OF THE VEHICLE GIVES OUT AND A CORNER OF THE CAR WILL SLAM TO THE GROUND WHILE DRIVING. IT CAN BE DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. YEAR OVER YEAR WE HAVE HAD THE " SERVICE LEVELING SYSTEM " ERROR COME UP FOR OUR VEHICLE. IT IS NOT ONLY EXPENSIVE BUT DANGEROUS TO DRIVE NOT KNOW... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 15, 2021
Incident date: Jan 8, 2021
THE BATTERY CABLE, SPECIFICALLY THE POSITIVE ONE, DOES NOT CONDUCT THE ELECTRICITY FROM THE FULLY CHARGED BATTERY TO THE STARTED, LEAVING THE CAR TO NOT START, OR TAKE MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO START. EVEN THOUGH THE BATTERY IF FULLY CHARGED, THE VOLTS MAKING IT TO THE CARE ARE 9-10 VOLTS. VOLTMETER SUGG... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jan 12, 2021
Incident date: Aug 28, 2020
I PURCHASED THIS CAR IN DECEMBER, 2019. THE FIRST PROBLEM IS THAT THEY HAD TO CHANGED THE RADIO. THE SECOND PROBLEM WITH THE CAR IS THAT THE HAZARD 4-WAY FLASHER STOPPED WORKING AND WAS ON PERMANENTLY AND BECAUSE OF THAT IT KILLED THE CAR BATTERY. I CALLED THE CADILLAC DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME TO BRI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 12, 2021
Incident date: Aug 28, 2020
I PURCHASED THIS CAR IN DECEMBER, 2019. THE FIRST PROBLEM IS THAT THEY HAD TO CHANGED THE RADIO. THE SECOND PROBLEM WITH THE CAR IS THAT THE HAZARD 4-WAY FLASHER STOPPED WORKING AND WAS ON PERMANENTLY AND BECAUSE OF THAT IT KILLED THE CAR BATTERY. I CALLED THE CADILLAC DEALER AND THEY TOLD ME TO BRI... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 17, 2020
Incident date: Sep 1, 2020
VEHICLE RADIO AND DASHBOARD IS COMPLETELY BLACKOUT, STARTED FLASHING AND LATER WENT BLACK IN A MONTH TIME.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 17, 2020
Incident date: Sep 1, 2020
VEHICLE RADIO AND DASHBOARD IS COMPLETELY BLACKOUT, STARTED FLASHING AND LATER WENT BLACK IN A MONTH TIME.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 2, 2020
Incident date: Jul 14, 2020
I FEEL VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THE RIDE OF MY 2013 CADILLAC. I HAVE THE AIR PRESSURE CHECKED WHICH I AM SHOWING CHANGES DOWN TO 31 29 ETC. IT FEELS LIKE YOU ARE HITTING A SPEED TRAP THAT HAS BEEN DUG OUT .. NOT SURE WHY WHEN GOING ON CITY ROAD IN LAYTON FEELS LIKE IT GOING 30 50 40 MILES AND ON THE F... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 2, 2020
Incident date: Oct 2, 2020
I BARELY HAVE UNDER 37,000 MILES ON THIS CAR HAVEN'T OWNED IT TO LONG .. AND I AM VERY DISAPOINTED IN THE RIDE OF THE CAR IT FEELS LIKE IF YOU ARE GOING OVER A SMALL BUMP IN THE ROAD LIKE YOU HAVE HIT A GUTTER ALMOST.. I THOUGHT CADILLACS WERE SUPPOSE TO BE THE BEST RIDE.. I THINK THIS SHOULD BE A W... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 9, 2020
Incident date: Jul 25, 2020
WHILE DRIVING THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT CHECK THEY SAID THE PASSENGER AIRBAG NEED A NEW MODULE AND ALSO WHILE DRIVING THE HAZARDS LIGHT CAME ON AND ALSO CAME ON WHILE PARK IN MY DRIVEWAY
AIR BAGS
Aug 9, 2020
Incident date: Jul 25, 2020
WHILE DRIVING THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT CHECK THEY SAID THE PASSENGER AIRBAG NEED A NEW MODULE AND ALSO WHILE DRIVING THE HAZARDS LIGHT CAME ON AND ALSO CAME ON WHILE PARK IN MY DRIVEWAY
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 10, 2020
Incident date: Jun 9, 2020
2013 CADILLAC XTS CUE SYSTEM DISPLAY SCREEN HAS SPIDER CRACK THROUGH OUT THE SCREEN. IT DOES NOT RESPOND TO TOUCH. AFTER RESEARCHING THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE AND GM IS DOING NOTHING ABOUT IT! *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 24, 2020
Incident date: Apr 22, 2019
I HAVE A WARNING SERVICE SIDE DETECTION ON MY DIC AND I TOOK IT TO THE CADILLAC DEALERSHIP AND THEY WANT TO CHARGE ME $1500 TO CHANGE A MODULE IN THE REAR BUMPER. THEY KNOW THAT THIS A COMMON ISSUE WITH A LOT OF GM VEHICLES ESPECIALLY CADILLAC. I WANT TO FILE A COMPLAINT AGAINST THIS AND ASK FOR A ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 24, 2020
Incident date: Mar 1, 2020
AFTER DRIVING AROUND TOWN FOR 30 MINUTES, I PARKED THE CAR, SHUT OFF THE ENGINE, GOT OUT TO TALK TO A NEIGHBOR 6 HOUSES AWAY FROM WHERE I LIVE. 10 MINUTES LATER, I GOT BACK IN THE CAR, AND DROVE FOR HOME. THE FIRST LITTLE CRACK IN THE ROAD MADE THE CAR RIDE LIKE A GO CART. AFTER A FEW MORE FEET, I C... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 24, 2020
Incident date: Feb 22, 2020
FOR THE LAST FEW DAYS, THE CAR HAS BEEN LOSING ALL ELECTRICAL POWER. MOST RECENTLY THE CAR LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING. ALL OTHER TIMES THE CAR WAS STATIONARY. HAVE NOT DRIVEN IT SINCE SATURDAY 02/22/20, WHEN DIED WHILE DRIVING.
SUSPENSION
Feb 3, 2020
Incident date: Jan 30, 2020
MY 2013 CADILLAC XTS4 PREMIUM REAR SUSPENSION LEVEL SYSTEM DEFLATED WHILE DRIVING AND DIDNT STAY RAISED IN THE REAR. I PULLED OVER TO SEE AND THE REAR END WAS TOO LOW. I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND WAITED A FEW MINUTES. I STARTED THE CAR AND IT RAISED UP UNTIL IT REACHED HEIGHT LEVEL. I THEN DROVE OFF AND ... Read more
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2013 CADILLAC XTS
2013 Cadillac XTS 4 DR AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 11.8% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2013 CADILLAC XTS
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 27.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
CO2 Emissions: 430.0 g/mile (Large Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 CADILLAC XTS
2,787 manufacturer communications from 1626 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 380 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 267 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 254 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 144 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 128 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 118 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 114 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 113 |
00-03-10-006P
Apr 18, 2024
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
20-NA-132
Apr 10, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132
Apr 10, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
17-NA-052
Apr 8, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.
17-NA-052
Apr 8, 2024
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.
10-08-45-001H
Mar 28, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
20-NA-132
Mar 26, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132
Mar 26, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132
Mar 26, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132
Mar 26, 2024
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132
Mar 26, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
23-NA-103
Mar 21, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
16-NA-383
Mar 13, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
07-00-89-037S
Mar 11, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
11-00-89-005X
Mar 10, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
PIP5596A
Mar 4, 2024
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.
PIP5596A
Mar 4, 2024
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.
17-NA-073
Mar 1, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
22-NA-074
Feb 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
16-NA-222
Feb 7, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
19-NA-044
Feb 7, 2024
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
19-NA-044
Feb 7, 2024
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
16-NA-338
Feb 2, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle
16-NA-338
Feb 2, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle
PIT6122
Jan 31, 2024
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This Preliminary information communicates to dealers of a known issue with failed map update
PIP5913A
Jan 23, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary information communicates additional diagnostics to help isolate source of complaint.
PI0281K
Jan 18, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
18-NA-099
Jan 16, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PI1394B
Jan 12, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
PI1394B
Jan 12, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
02-08-42-001J
Jan 12, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
PIP5601B
Jan 12, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di
PI0592I
Jan 8, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
PIT5074P
Dec 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking
PIT5962A
Dec 15, 2023
110220 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HAND HEATER:WIRING HARNESS
This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
PIT5962A
Dec 15, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
21-NA-147
Dec 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to correct a customer concern of Coolant and/or Oil Leak, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminateda??.
23-NA-219
Dec 12, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
23-NA-219
Dec 12, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
20-NA-132
Dec 8, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132
Dec 8, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132
Dec 8, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
PIC6123G
Dec 5, 2023
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician for the adaptive cruise control or lane keep assist unavailable message in the driver?s information center after the vehicle has been parked in direct sunligh
PIC6123G
Dec 5, 2023
263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician for the adaptive cruise control or lane keep assist unavailable message in the driver?s information center after the vehicle has been parked in direct sunligh
23-NA-162
Nov 30, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin advises the tech of updated Diagnostic procedures in Service Information (SI) to avoid misdiagnosis when addressing a customer concern of Service Rear Axle Message displayed on the Driver information Center (DIC).
23-NA-162
Nov 30, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin advises the tech of updated Diagnostic procedures in Service Information (SI) to avoid misdiagnosis when addressing a customer concern of Service Rear Axle Message displayed on the Driver information Center (DIC).
23-NA-162
Nov 30, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin advises the tech of updated Diagnostic procedures in Service Information (SI) to avoid misdiagnosis when addressing a customer concern of Service Rear Axle Message displayed on the Driver information Center (DIC).
PIT5214F
Nov 14, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer?s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the
17-NA-040
Nov 9, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This service bulletin provides a procedure to correct a condition of Brake Squeal or Squeak Noise Intermittently on Initial Brake Applies.
03-00-91-001I
Nov 6, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I
Nov 6, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I
Nov 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I
Nov 6, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I
Nov 6, 2023
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
20-NA-159
Oct 30, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
PIP4964E
Oct 16, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P2097 or P2099. Technician will nee
PIP4964E
Oct 16, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P2097 or P2099. Technician will nee
PIP4964E
Oct 16, 2023
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P2097 or P2099. Technician will nee
05-00-89-029F
Oct 11, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and Recommendations.
17-NA-170
Oct 6, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
01-06-01-011O
Oct 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
20-NA-159
Sep 28, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
20-NA-159
Sep 28, 2023
190000 TIRES
This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
PIT5099G
Sep 26, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
PIT5698D
Sep 26, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary information communicates additional information on how a LIN bus operates and diagnostic tips when working on a LIN bus.
02-00-89-002W
Sep 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
10-00-89-006J
Sep 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
07-08-49-020R
Sep 21, 2023
117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
07-08-49-020R
Sep 21, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
07-08-49-020R
Sep 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
17-NA-040
Sep 18, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This service bulletin provides a procedure to correct a condition of Brake Squeal or Squeak Noise Intermittently on Initial Brake Applies.
17-NA-157
Sep 8, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin explains the difference in oil filters for gas engines with new oil pump control systems and the possibilities of what may happen using the incorrect filter.
17-NA-281
Sep 6, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information on RDM Axle Ratios for AWD Vehicles for Vibration Diagnostics When Using the Pico Scope.
18-NA-306
Sep 1, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
23-NA-153
Sep 1, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
23-NA-153
Sep 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
18-NA-073
Aug 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
18-NA-306
Aug 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
09-00-89-016H
Aug 15, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on the proper use of the labor operation 0600014.
PIP5628G
Aug 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
16-NA-222
Aug 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
16-NA-222
Aug 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
15-00-89-004F
Aug 7, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F
Aug 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F
Aug 7, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F
Aug 7, 2023
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
01-00-89-010R
Aug 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
04-06-04-051H
Aug 1, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
04-06-04-051H
Aug 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
09-06-04-026X
Jul 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
09-06-04-026X
Jul 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
17-NA-066
Jul 21, 2023
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This service bulletin provides information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.
17-NA-066
Jul 21, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.
PIP5358C
Jul 18, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
99-09-40-005I
Jul 17, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
This service bulletin provides information on availability for a seat belt extender.
21-NA-026
Jul 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on accessory all-weather floor liners and flat mats warped or misshapen.
PIP4902R
Jul 13, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to sen
01-06-01-011N
Jun 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
99-08-51-001F
Jun 30, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This service bulletin provides information on Paintless Dent Repair Process.
13-08-116-001I
Jun 29, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
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CADILLAC XTS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CADILLAC XTS across all model years (2013, 2019).
15
Total Recalls
310
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
10
Reported Crashes
11
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths