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.
2023 Cadillac XT6Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 13 owner complaints about the 2023 Cadillac XT6, most often about the power train. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-708 the manufacturer reports only 88% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 1, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Cadillac XT6 has problems
13 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Power train
2Visibility/wiper
2Back over prevention1 crash/fire/injury
1Lane departure
1Steering
1Structure
1Suspension
1Wheels
1Electrical system
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2023 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 · 2024 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. Illegible tire size information may result in the wrong tires being installed, 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
2023 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
2023 Cadillac XT6 safety ratings
2023 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 & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard & Optional
In owners' words
What XT6 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac XT6. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the…
The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac XT6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V172000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…
The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac XT6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V172000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
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