repaired · 2024 Q4
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Failure of the rearview camera image to display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 Cadillac XT4Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 22 owner complaints about the 2019 Cadillac XT4, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-649 the manufacturer reports only 70% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 20, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Cadillac XT4 has problems
22 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
12Engine
6Power train
4Electrical system
4Exterior lighting
3Fuel/propulsion system
1Service brakes
1Suspension
1Vehicle speed control
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2019 Cadillac XT4 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Seat belts: critical fasteners
Risk. An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Cadillac.
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other XT4 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the XT4 median. How we score
'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2019 Cadillac XT4 safety ratings
2019 Cadillac XT4 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What XT4 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Dealer, upon inspections, found that the cam carrier is starting to leak. Approximately a $3,000 repair. Per the internet, is sounds like this is a known GM issue with this model.
Rodents chewed wiring because it is soy based. I'm lucky because my car was not disabled while driving etc because the EVAP system was affected. This could have been much worse and could have caused death etc if it happened to another system of the car. ie: brakes, propulsion, headlights, air bags,…
I took my suv in for diagnostics to a certified GM dealership at least twice while still under warranty. The check engine light was on, the car was behaving abnormally as well as making unusual concerning noises. The dealership sent me away saying no codes showed up and they couldn’t find a…
Own a 2019 XT4?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.