Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

2024 Cadillac XT4Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 33 owner complaints for the 2024 Cadillac XT4. Most complaints involve forward collision avoidance (10) and service brakes (9). The EPA rates it 25–26 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
25–26mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Aug 2024
Owner complaints
33
Top: forward collision avoidance
Fuel cost / yr
$3,000est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Equipment: owners

Free remedy

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."

EquipmentReported Aug 1, 2024NHTSA 24V575000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

33 complaints filed with NHTSA · Sep 2023 – Oct 2026
  1. Forward collision avoidance10
  2. Service brakes9
  3. Electrical system8
  4. Engine8
  5. Fuel/propulsion system7
  6. Power train4
  7. Back over prevention3
  8. Suspension2
  9. Steering2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each XT4 model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
201922
202018
202112
20224
202312
202433
202510
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Forward collision avoidance

10 reports3 crashes
“The car unexpectedly braked. There was nothing in front of the car & I was traveling only 20m/hr. The car stopped so abruptly my sunglasses flew off. Then i was hit from behind by a landscaping truck.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 25, 2026Forward collision avoidanceCrash reportedODI 11773560

Service brakes

9 reports2 crashes
“High-pitched squeal under light braking at low speeds (under 10 mph), typically occurring during the first few stops of the day...Dealer stated TSB Numbers: 20-NA-002 or MC-10232149-0001 only refers to 2020 model year. Please update this TSB so it includes 2024 model year XT4 vehicles. Dealer unable to replace break pads and charge GM without updated TSB. Note: Issue has been ongoing since purchase of vehicle and both dealers in Michigan (where purchased) and Indiana stated humidity. Recently, Indiana dealer (Lockhart Cadillac Fishers) got more and more vehicles back so now believes it should have a TSB to fix due to noise caused by semi metallic pad issue. Dealer charging $469.78 to apply anti squeal to pads which they know is only a temporary fix (so not recommending it). Dealer cannot help unless GM acknowledges issue.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 5, 2026Service brakesODI 11735766

Electrical system

8 reports
“While driving the complete dash will go black: no radio, gauges, speedometer, etc. The total blackout lasts for about 30-45 seconds and then different gauges, speedometer, etc will slowly come back to life. During this blackout period I have no idea of my speed nor what other functions, like ABS, might be off-line also.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 10, 2026Electrical systemODI 11770317
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S9)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
XT4 FWD
Auto (S9), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
242926$3,000343
XT4 AWD
Auto (S9), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
232825$3,100360
  • XT4 FWD
    Auto (S9), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    24 city · 29 hwy · $3,000/yr
    26
    mpg comb.
  • XT4 AWD
    Auto (S9), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    23 city · 28 hwy · $3,100/yr
    25
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2024 Cadillac XT4 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 19019Vehicle 19018
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2024 XT4 questions

How many recalls does the 2024 Cadillac XT4 have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2024 Cadillac XT4 problems?

Owners filed 33 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are forward collision avoidance (10), service brakes (9), electrical system (8). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2024 Cadillac XT4 get?

The EPA rates the 2024 Cadillac XT4 at 25–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026