repaired · 2024 Q4
Sensing system: camera
Risk. An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 Cadillac XT6Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 21 owner complaints about the 2021 Cadillac XT6, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-709 the manufacturer reports only 88% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 20, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Cadillac XT6 has problems
21 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Engine
5Electrical system
4Back over prevention
4Fuel/propulsion system
3Steering
2Forward collision avoidance
1Power train
1Service brakes
1Engine and engine cooling
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2021 Cadillac XT6 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
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. Improperly attached and seated fuel supply lines may loosen or separate, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
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
2021 vs. every other XT6 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 XT6 median. How we score
'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2021 Cadillac XT6 safety ratings
2021 Cadillac XT6 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 (15.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2021 Cadillac XT6, and the recalls they led to.
- Rear-View Camera FailureLed to recall 22V-709
In owners' words
What XT6 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I noticed a water sloshing sound behind the dash when first starting out for about a month. I didn’t get any warning lights or notice anything leaking under the car but when I checked under the hood the coolant reservoir was empty. I made appointment at GM dealership and they found I had a leak…
DTC P0128 engine coolant thermostat to open at a lower temperature than intended. The Check Engine Light appeared, a Steering warning appeared on my information screen, and the engine cooling fan continued to run excessively after turning off. I understand there is a Special Coverage N252508350 for…
1)The display on dash reads upon start up, “Steering Assist Reduced”. 2)There is no Engine temperature readout displayed on cluster. 3)When the vehicle is turned off, the coolant fan stays running for a few minutes at full speed. All of these issues are correlated. Also, many XT5’s & XT6’s have had…
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