Last updated: 2026-10-10
2025 Cadillac XT6 Reliability Report
The 2025 Cadillac XT6 rates good for reliability with few complaints, but brake power-assist failures are the problem to check before you buy.
Recalls
1
Complaints
8
Complaint Rate
0.5per 10,000 sold
Est. Repair Cost
$783
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,850–$3,250
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
Last year of the first generation, with few complaints and one electrical recall, though brake assist failures and an early transmission-bolt leak were reported.
Top Issues to Watch
- SERVICE BRAKES (2)
- ENGINE (2)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1)
Generation & Refresh (US)
2025 is the last model year of the First generation (U26).
- Final-year models are typically the most refined version of a generation.
- 1st generation XT6 (US).
What this means for buyers
Final-year models are usually the most polished version of a generation, but resale value may dip as buyers anticipate the next redesign.
2020: First generation (U26) Launch
Generation start — new platform.
2025: This Model Year
2025 is the last model year of the First generation (U26).
Should You Buy the 2025 Cadillac XT6?
Good reliability puts this final first-generation XT6 among the stronger years of the seven scored, though it sits close to average against other 2025 SUVs. Owners filed 8 complaints, a low count for the number sold. It earned 5 of 5 federal crash-test stars, and independent repair-cost data puts model-wide yearly repairs at $783. The 2024 model has more complaints and two recalls. The 2026 shows none, but it has had less time to collect them.
Brakes are the concern. One owner lost power assist, and the cause was traced to a faulty brake booster vacuum sensor. A brake assist warning appeared, the repair came at about 6,747 miles, and the problem returned at about 12,233 miles. Another owner reported the car braking abruptly and very hard while slowly reversing into a parking space with nothing in its path. On the engine side, one car leaked red fluid at about 6,700 miles, and the dealer blamed transmission bolts and said the fix meant dropping the transmission. One federal recall covers the electrical system.
Ask the seller for proof the electrical recall was completed, and for any brake service records. Check for fluid under the car and test the brakes at low speed.
Compared to the 2026 Cadillac XT6, which scored 2 points higher. See also the 2024 Cadillac XT6 for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Acceptable reliability score
- +Low recall count
- +Below-average complaint rate for SUV
Cons
- −UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Rear camera goes white when the car backs out of shade into bright sun (3 complaints)
- −SERVICE BRAKES issues reported (2 complaints)
Compare 2025 Cadillac XT6 With
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2025 Genesis GV80
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Common Problem Categories
Safety
LOW RISK- 1 manufacturer recall issued
Other
HIGH RISK- UNKNOWN OR OTHER (3)
- SERVICE BRAKES (2)
Recall Overview
1
recall on record
The 2025 Cadillac XT6 carries 1 recall — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
0.5
per 10,000 soldSegment avg: 3.5
Safety Incidents
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 5/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
2025 Cadillac XT6 Recall Details
1 recall has been issued for the 2025 Cadillac XT6. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Cadillac XT5 and 2024-2025 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The instrument panel may not illuminate when the hazard warning lights, high beams, or turn signals are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Controls and Displays" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
Consequence
Without the illuminated reminder, the driver could fail to turn off the lights when no longer needed. Hazard warning lights, high beams, or turn signals that remain activated unintentionally can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447940.
Buying a used 2025 Cadillac XT6? Check its history first
Service brakes problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Cadillac XT6, and 1 recall was issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2025 Cadillac XT6 NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 16.4%
Safety Technologies
Cadillac XT6Repair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
3Maintenance rating: 3 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$783
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
MPG & Annual Running Costs
Gas
20–23 MPG
Running cost: $3,050–$3,450/yr
Fuel + repair
18–21 city / 25–27 hwy MPG
Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.
Gas trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XT6 FWD 3.6L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 19 | 26 | 21 | $2,850 |
| XT6 AWD 3.6L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,000 |
| XT6 AWD 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,250 |
| XT6 FWD 2.0L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 21 | 27 | 23 | $3,250 |
Used Buying Checklist
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2025 Cadillac XT6.
Ask for service records showing any brake booster vacuum sensor repair or brake assist warning, and treat a repeat repair as a warning sign.
Watch the dash for a brake assist warning at startup and during the test drive.
Reverse slowly into a parking space and note any sudden, hard braking with nothing behind the car.
Back out of a shaded garage into bright sun and check whether the rear camera image turns white.
Start the engine cold and listen for unusual noise, then drive and feel for an intermittent vibration.
Look under the car after it has been parked for red fluid drips, and ask about any transmission bolt repairs.
Check that the fuel gauge and range readout drop normally as you drive, and that the tank fills without early pump shutoffs.
2025 Cadillac XT6 Common Problems by Component
8 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
3 complaintsThe rear camera goes white when the car backs out of shade into bright sun. That hides cross traffic and pedestrians, sometimes for about 10 seconds, and in some cases until the driver brakes or shifts to park. At night, LED headlights behind the car can make the rear view look foggy. Dealers have called both behaviors normal. A separate report describes a fuel gauge stuck on full with an inflated range reading over many miles, and a tank that was hard to fill because the pump kept clicking off early.
SERVICE BRAKES
2 complaintsBrakes lose power assist or fail without warning, and the most serious report links this to a faulty brake booster vacuum sensor. That problem first showed up as a brake assist warning, was repaired at about 6,747 miles, and came back after the repair at about 12,233 miles. Losing braking in traffic carries a real crash risk. Another complaint describes the car braking abruptly and very hard while slowly reversing into a parking space with nothing in its path.
ENGINE
2 complaintsTwo different engine-area problems appear in the complaints, both early in ownership. One is an abnormal noise at cold start along with an intermittent vibration while driving, which a dealer called normal. The other is red fluid leaking onto the ground at about 6,700 miles. The dealer blamed faulty transmission bolts and said the fix meant dropping the transmission, which made for a long repair. Neither report describes a stall or a fire.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1 complaints)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint2025 CADILLAC XT6 AWD SPORT, VIN [XXX] , PURCHASED NEW FROM [XXX] [XXX] ON FEBRUARY 20, 2026. THE VEHICLE'S AUDIO SYSTEM INTERMITTENTLY ACTIVATES ALL SPEAKERS WITHOUT COMMAND WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. THE CONDITION OCCURS UNPREDICTABLY AND PRODUCES A SUDDEN LOUD AUDIO EVENT INSIDE THE CABIN THAT STARTLES THE DRIVER AND CREATES A DRIVER- DISTRACTION HAZARD. THE VEHICLE HAS ALSO DEVELOPED A PERSISTENT DASHBOARD RATTLE, WHICH MAY OR MAY NOT BE RELATED TO THE SAME UNDERLYING BODY- CONTROL-MODULE OR WIRING ISSUE. I HAVE REPORTED THESE CONDITIONS TO CENTRAL [XXX] . THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY OUT OF SERVICE FOR AN UNRELATED CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE (SEE COMPANION NHTSA COMPLAINT FILED BY THIS CONSUMER). I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT SO NHTSA CAN EVALUATE WHETHER OTHER 2024–2026 CADILLAC XT6 VEHICLES HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME UNCOMMANDED AUDIO ACTIVATION AND WHETHER THE CONDITION WARRANTS INVESTIGATION. NO CRASH HAS OCCURRED. NO INJURIES HAVE OCCURRED. THE RISK IS DRIVER DISTRACTION FROM AN UNEXPECTED LOUD AUDIO EVENT WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Best & Worst Cadillac XT6 Years
Best Cadillac XT6 Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreCadillac XT6 Years to Avoid
No Cadillac XT6 years are statistical outliers in our data.
Scores stay between 72 and 76 across 7 scored model years.
Cadillac XT6 Reliability Score Trend
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 72/100 | Good |
| 2021 | 73/100 | Good |
| 2022 | 72/100 | Good |
| 2023 | 73/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 73/100 | Good |
| 2025 | 74/100 | Good |
| 2026 | 76/100 | Good |
Cadillac XT6 Reliability Compared to Other Years
Frequently Asked Questions
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Don’t buy a 2025 Cadillac XT6 without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.
How we score the 2025 Cadillac XT6
Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Cadillac XT6 does best on recall impact (88/100) and worst on repair costs (60/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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