This page covers 2 recalls, 13 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2021 Cadillac XT5.
21–24 mpg combined
9.8–11.2 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints for the 2021 Cadillac XT5 are spread across several systems with relatively low overall volume. Steering draws the most reports, though the representative data provided doesn't detail specific steering symptoms beyond the category itself. Visibility complaints include a windshield cracked by road debris and a sunroof that shattered while driving at highway speed, the dealer attributed the latter to an unidentified falling object. One owner describes an intermittent braking concern where the vehicle appears to keep pushing forward under braking, requiring firm pedal pressure to hold the car still, with the condition repeating over several seconds before settling. A separate report mentions an infotainment screen going black and failing to respond after a touch input, persisting even after restarting the vehicle. The complaint set here is small, so none of these patterns reflect high-volume recurring reports.
13
Total Complaints
By System
The 2021 Cadillac XT5 has two recalls, the more serious being fuel supply lines that can loosen or separate and leak fuel, raising the risk of a fire.
The second recall affects vehicles equipped with the optional Surround Vision feature, where the rearview camera's coaxial cable connector can fail and cause the camera to cut out or stop working entirely, reducing the driver's view when reversing.
At a glance
What can fail
The rearview camera's coaxial cable connector may be improperly crimped, causing the rearview camera to stop working or work intermittently.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the coaxial cables at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
Fuel supply lines may not be properly attached and seated, risking fuel leakage.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace fuel supply lines as needed at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
