repaired · 2020 Q2
Seat belts: front
Risk. If the securing rivet is missing, the buckle may separate from the cable mounting strap in the event of a crash, preventing the occupant from being properly…
2019 Cadillac XTSProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2019 Cadillac XTS, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-576 the manufacturer reports only 96% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 21, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Cadillac XTS has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Air bags
1Engine
1Power train
1Seats
1Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
1Steering
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2019 Cadillac XTS 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 · 2020 Q1
Disc: caliper
Risk. A reduction of braking performance can increase 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
2019 vs. every other XTS 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 XTS median. How we score
'13'14'15'16'17'18'19
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2019 Cadillac XTS safety ratings
2019 Cadillac XTS 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crash★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (11.8% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What XTS owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The passenger present module in seat isn’t working with air bag. Per Cadillac passenger seat module is inside the seat and needs replaced.
Own a 2019 XTS?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.