2019 Cadillac XTS recalls

2 safety recalls, 6 owner complaints. Official NHTSA data.

2019
2Recalls
6Complaints
1Crashes & fires reported
N/ANHTSA overall rating

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2019 Cadillac XTS recall list

Seat Belts recall

18V-899
December 19, 2018 · General Motors LLC
Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Cadillac XTS vehicles. The front seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckle head to the cable mounting strap.
Safety 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 restrained, thereby increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seat buckle assemblies, replacing them if the rivets are missing, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N182204040.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall

18V-576
August 30, 2018 · General Motors LLC
Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Safety risk
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.

2019 Cadillac XTS owner complaints

6 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Steering1
Power Train1
Engine1
Air Bags1
Seats1
Tires1
Service Brakes1
Unknown or Other1

Recent complaints

October 21, 2026Steering

The contact owns a 2019 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn, and the contact pulled over to the side of the road. Upon turning off and restarting the vehicle, the power steering operated as intended. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V086000 (Steering). The failure mileage was 109,133.

June 10, 2025Power TrainEngine

currently experiencing transmission shuddering — likely due to a torque converter issue. This was confirmed by an experienced mechanic at the dealership of Cadillac. After doing deep research I’ve learned is documented in Technical Service Bulletins such as TSB 18-NA-355 and 19-NA-121. The shuddering has caused the vehicle to slow down or speed up when at cruising speeds. There were no warning lights nor messages, but I've started to experience the issue/symptoms for about a month now. Which came out of nowhere. Recently, I replaced the transmission cooler line and performed a drain and fill, but the shudder continues.

October 18, 2024Air BagsSeats

The passenger present module in seat isn’t working with air bag. Per Cadillac passenger seat module is inside the seat and needs replaced.

October 18, 2024Tires

The tire tech at Walmart was attempting to remove the tire when the side wall just blew out on my Yokohama 245 /40 20 tire.

January 2, 2021Service BrakesCrash

BRAKES FAILED TO COMPLETELY STOP THE VEHICLE ONCE WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AND AGAIN WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT

2019 Cadillac XTS crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2019 Cadillac XTS 4 DR AWDNot rated★★★★★Not rated★★★★★
2019 Cadillac XTS 4 DR FWDNot rated★★★★★Not rated★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2019 Cadillac XTS: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning optional. Rollover risk: 11.8%.

2019 Cadillac XTS recall FAQ

Does the 2019 Cadillac XTS have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2019 Cadillac XTS. The most recent, filed December 19, 2018, concerns the seat belts.

What are the most common 2019 Cadillac XTS problems?

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is steering (1 reports), followed by power train.

Is the 2019 Cadillac XTS safe?

NHTSA has not published an overall crash test rating for the 2019 Cadillac XTS.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2019 Cadillac XTS?

Contact any authorized Cadillac dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.