The Cadillac XT4 spans 2019–2026 with 18 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2024, 2019, 2020 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2026, 2022, 2025. It delivers up to 26 mpg combined and 5-star NHTSA safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Cadillac XT4 is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2019 to 2026 across multiple generations.
How to read a Cadillac XT4 VIN — every digit explained
Every Cadillac XT4 carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Cadillac and the country it was built in.
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this XT4.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your XT4, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Cadillac XT4 have?
The Cadillac XT4 has 18 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2019–2026. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2025 Cadillac XT4 recalls 1
Structure:interior Panels:dashboard
What's wrong. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The instrument panel may be missing the perforation on the underside of the panel cover that allows the passenger-side air bag to deploy properly.
Risk. A passenger-side air bag that does not deploy properly increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix. Dealers will replace the instrument panel upper cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is A242476151.
2024 Cadillac XT4 recalls 1
Equipment:other:owners/service/other Manual
What's wrong. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac XT4 and Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The vehicles may have the wrong owner's manual in the glove box. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk. The wrong owner's manual may contain inaccurate information about vehicle functions and other safety relevant information, which could lead to improper operation of the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix. Dealers will provide owners with the correct manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at 1-800-458-8006 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242454040.
2022 Cadillac XT4 recalls 1
Seats
What's wrong. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.
Risk. An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212356050.
2021 Cadillac XT4 recalls 1
Seat Belts:critical Fasteners
What's wrong. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.
Risk. An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212333380.
2020 Cadillac XT4 recalls 5
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
What's wrong. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cadillac XT4 vehicles equipped with the optional Surround Vision feature. The video processing module (VPM) may lose communication with the rearview camera, causing a loss of the rearview camera image.
Risk. Failure of the rearview camera image to display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will update the VPM software or replace the VPM, as necessary, free of charge. An interim owner notification letter informing owners of the safety defect was mailed January 17, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222373320. .
Service Brakes
What's wrong. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.
Risk. If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is A202307260.
Seat Belts:critical Fasteners
What's wrong. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.
Risk. An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212333380.
Power Train:automatic Transmission
What's wrong. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
Risk. Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.
Tires
What's wrong. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Risk. Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
2019 Cadillac XT4 recalls 3
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
What's wrong. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cadillac XT4 vehicles equipped with the optional Surround Vision feature. The video processing module (VPM) may lose communication with the rearview camera, causing a loss of the rearview camera image.
Risk. Failure of the rearview camera image to display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Dealers will update the VPM software or replace the VPM, as necessary, free of charge. An interim owner notification letter informing owners of the safety defect was mailed January 17, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222373320. .
Seat Belts:critical Fasteners
What's wrong. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.
Risk. An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix. Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212333380.
Power Train:automatic Transmission
What's wrong. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
Risk. Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Fix. GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.
Best and worst years for the Cadillac XT4
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 8 tracked years, the worst years are 2024, 2019, 2020 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2026, 2022, 2025.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 XT4 | Engine | Avoid | |
| 2020 XT4 | Service Brakes | Avoid | |
| 2021 XT4 | Fuel/propulsion System | Average | |
| 2022 XT4 | Service Brakes | Best | |
| 2023 XT4 | Power Train | Average | |
| 2024 XT4 | Service Brakes | Avoid | |
| 2025 XT4 | Electrical System | Best | |
| 2026 XT4 | — | Best |
What are the most common Cadillac XT4 problems?
The most-reported Cadillac XT4 problems are Tires (1 reports), Engine (24 reports) and Air Bags (3 reports) — out of 98 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Cadillac XT4 specifications & dimensions
The 2026 Cadillac XT4. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Cadillac XT4 window sticker.
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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Cadillac XT4 cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the XT4 holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 107 cu ft of passenger volume and 23 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Cadillac XT4 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Cadillac XT4 get?
The Cadillac XT4 returns up to 26 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $2,950/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2025 Cadillac XT4 (2L 4-cyl) gets 26 mpg combined and costs about $2,950/yr to fuel, emitting 343 g/mi CO₂ (GHG 5/10, smog 6/10) — about $3,750 more than the average new vehicle over 5 years.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 XT4 | 24 | 29 | $2,950 | 343 | 6/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2024 XT4 | 24 | 29 | $2,950 | 343 | 7/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2023 XT4 | 23 | 30 | $2,950 | 341 | 7/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2022 XT4 | 24 | 30 | $2,950 | 341 | 7/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2021 XT4 | 24 | 30 | $2,950 | 336 | 7/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2020 XT4 | 24 | 30 | $2,950 | 336 | 6/10 | 2L 4-cyl | |
| 2019 XT4 | 24 | 30 | $2,950 | 336 | 6/10 | 2L 4-cyl |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the XT4 stacks up against the most fuel-efficient SUVs, or calculate this XT4's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Cadillac XT4 have? Power & range
The Cadillac XT4 is offered with 1 powertrain — 2L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl | 2.0L · 4-cyl | Automatic (S9) | FWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Cadillac XT4 tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Cadillac XT4 is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your XT4's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
How much does a Cadillac XT4 cost to own?
A used Cadillac XT4 sells for a median of about $36,998 for a 2025 — most listed between $35,500 and $37,998, from 84 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:
| Year | Typical price | Market range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 XT4 | $35,500–$37,998 | 9 | |
| 2023 XT4 | $20,999–$30,997 | 28 | |
| 2021 XT4 | $13,995–$18,980 | 7 | |
| 2020 XT4 | $12,500–$22,988 | 12 | |
| 2019 XT4 | $12,700–$24,999 | 28 |
For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a XT4 is worth today, or browse used-market prices across all models.
A Cadillac XT4 tends to depreciate faster than average. A typical example keeps roughly 37% of its value after five years — losing about 63% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 75% | $22,500 | −$7,500 |
| Year 2 | 63% | $18,900 | −$11,100 |
| Year 3 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 4 | 44% | $13,200 | −$16,800 |
| Year 5 | 37% | $11,100 | −$18,900 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this XT4 loses about 63% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $14,750 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the XT4 ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
How much is a Cadillac XT4 to insure?
A Cadillac XT4 costs about $1,227 a year to insure for a typical driver on full coverage — roughly 15% below the average car. That's from its real HLDI insurance-loss index (85, where 100 = average car); your own rate moves with state, age, record and coverage.
Estimate = US-average premium × the XT4's HLDI loss index. See Cadillac insurance cost by model, cost by state, or compare any car.
Is the Cadillac XT4 safe?
The Cadillac XT4 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall safety — real government crash-test data. Ratings by year:
| Year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 XT4 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested model years.
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How many miles does a Cadillac XT4 last?
A well-maintained Cadillac XT4 typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Cadillac XT4’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this XT4’s VIN free →All Cadillac XT4 model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Cadillac XT4 — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 XT4 | 0 | — | |
| 2025 XT4 | 2 recalls | ★★★★★ | |
| 2024 XT4 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2023 XT4 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2022 XT4 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2021 XT4 | 2 recalls | — | |
| 2020 XT4 | 5 recalls | — | |
| 2019 XT4 | 3 recalls | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the XT4?
By owner-complaint volume, 2024, 2019, 2020 drew the most reports. 2026, 2022, 2025 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the XT4 have?
18 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2019–2026. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
What MPG does the XT4 get?
Up to 26 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
Is the XT4 safe?
The XT4 earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall crash-test safety; ratings vary by model year.
How many miles does a XT4 last?
A well-maintained XT4 typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the XT4 reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the XT4 is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Cadillac XT4 warranty?
New Cadillac models carry a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 4 years / 50,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Cadillac dealer.
Where is the Cadillac XT4 made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your XT4's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Cadillac may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the XT4 have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.