2018 Cadillac XT5 Recalls, Complaints & Specs
No safety recalls list the 2018 Cadillac XT5, and owners have filed 66 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
No safety recalls on record
NHTSA's recall database lists no safety campaigns that include the 2018 Cadillac XT5. That is good news, with two caveats: recalls can be issued at any time (this page refreshes daily), and a recall filed under a related model name may not appear here. The VIN check above queries NHTSA directly for your exact vehicle.
66 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2018 Cadillac XT5 have filed 66 complaints with NHTSA; 2 describe a crash and 1 describe a fire. Reports cite 2 injuries and 0 deaths. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 31,571 miles. Complaints peaked in 2025 with 11 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“Check engine light sensor came on in mid-May which is the result of a faulty thermostat, also triggering a "Steering Assist is Reduced" message on the dashboard which I consider to be a safety issue.”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, May 26, 2026 · Engine
“Thermostat failure causes steering assist to be reduced. This leaves more difficult steering especially in an emergency situation, thus a safety concern. The vehicle displays a warning: "Steering Assi”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, May 14, 2026 · Steering
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 2018 Cadillac XT5 (XT5 AWD). Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 21–22 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 18–19 / 25–26 |
| Fuel | Regular |
| EPA class | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Engine | 6 cyl, 3.6 L |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
Compare Cadillac XT5 model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Cadillac XT5 model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Cadillac XT5 | 1 | 124 |
| 2018 Cadillac XT5 | 0 | 66 |
| 2019 Cadillac XT5 | 0 | 32 |
| 2020 Cadillac XT5 | 5 | 23 |
| 2021 Cadillac XT5 | 2 | 17 |
| 2022 Cadillac XT5 | 3 | 10 |
| 2023 Cadillac XT5 | 4 | 16 |
| 2024 Cadillac XT5 | 3 | 10 |
| 2025 Cadillac XT5 | 1 | 6 |
| 2026 Cadillac XT5 | 0 | 1 |
Checking a specific 2018 Cadillac XT5
How do I know if my 2018 Cadillac XT5 has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Cadillac dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number.
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.