repaired · 2025 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. A half-shaft disengaging from the transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park.
2022 Cadillac XT5Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 10 owner complaints about the 2022 Cadillac XT5, most often about the back over prevention. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-172 the manufacturer reports only 90% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 28, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Cadillac XT5 has problems
10 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Back over prevention
2Power train
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Air bags2 crash/fire/injury
1Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
1Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Lane departure1 crash/fire/injury
1Seat belts
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Air bags | 2 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2022 Cadillac XT5 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 · 2024 Q2
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A fuel tank rollover valve that does not properly seal can result in a fuel leak during a rollover crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Suspension: rear
Risk. A loose toe link can separate and cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2022 vs. every other XT5 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 XT5 median. How we score
'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2022 Cadillac XT5 safety ratings
2022 Cadillac XT5 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What XT5 owners report
Recent back over prevention complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
THE VECHICE TRANSMISSION JERKS WHEN STARTS TO MOVE. SQEAKING NOISE IN THE CV JOINTS BOOTS, the shifts gears module stays in sports mode, will not stay on in regular mode. Defective sensors to send signal to OnStar alarm theft.
The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera lines were very faint. The contact was unable to see the guidelines or the markings. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to fix the vehicle.…
Own a 2022 XT5?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.