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2022 Cadillac XT6Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 15 owner complaints for the 2022 Cadillac XT6. Most complaints involve engine (3) and power train (2). The EPA rates it 21–23 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
21–23mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
3campaigns
Latest Jun 2022
Owner complaints
15
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$2,950est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

3 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Fuel system

Free remedy

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles. The fuel tank rollover valve may not provide a proper seal in the event of a rollover crash.

Fuel system, gasolineReported Jun 23, 2022NHTSA 22V446000

Suspension: rear

Free remedy

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The left-rear suspension toe link may have been tightened improperly, which could result in a loose or separated toe link.

SuspensionReported Jun 16, 2022NHTSA 22V427000

Service brakes

Free remedy

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The brake fluid reservoir cap may be missing the warning label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Service brakes, hydraulicReported Jun 2, 2022NHTSA 22V392000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 7, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

15 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2022 – Sep 2026
  1. Engine3
  2. Power train2
  3. Electrical system2
  4. Fuel system, gasoline2
  5. Service brakes1
  6. Forward collision avoidance1
  7. Fuel/propulsion system1
  8. Vehicle speed control1
  9. Lane departure1

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 XT6 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
202039
202121
202215
202313
202415
20258
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

3 reports
“I was driving in a highway going at highway speed and the car suddenly just shut off and all the alert lights were reflected at that time the car was not responding completely, shut off, then within seconds after the lights flashed it started on it's own. It was the first time this happened. I was concerned that the car would not respond and maybe could have cost an accident.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 7, 2026Power train, Electrical system, EngineODI 11762586

Power train

2 reports
“I purchased the new 2022 Cadillac XT6 in June 2022. The first week I owned the vehicle, I was driving and I lost power and the vehicle came to a stop. The mileage on the vehicle was 134 miles. The Cadillac dealer indicated there was a failure in the engine and power train that caused the engine to lock up. The dealer/GM replaced the engine in the new car with 134 miles on the vehicle. Attached is the service report from the Cadillac dealer that replaced the engine”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 22, 2025Power train, EngineODI 11637659

Electrical system

2 reports
“See attached document for complaint”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 11, 2025Electrical systemODI 11647591
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 7, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

4 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 3.6L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S9)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive · Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline · Regular 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 7, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
XT6 AWD
Auto (S9), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
212623$3,350386
XT6 FWD
Auto (S9), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
212723$3,350386
XT6 AWD
Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · All-Wheel Drive
182521$2,950433
XT6 FWD
Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive
192621$2,950419
  • XT6 AWD
    Auto (S9), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    21 city · 26 hwy · $3,350/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • XT6 FWD
    Auto (S9), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    21 city · 27 hwy · $3,350/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • XT6 AWD
    Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    18 city · 25 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • XT6 FWD
    Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    19 city · 26 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 7, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.5%
Overall
5 / 5
Cadillac XT6 SUV FWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
16.4%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 7, 2026Vehicle 16088Vehicle 16078
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

2022 XT6 questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Cadillac XT6 have?

3 safety recalls as of Nov 7, 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 2022 Cadillac XT6 problems?

Owners filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (3), power train (2), electrical system (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2022 Cadillac XT6 get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Cadillac XT6 at 21–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).

How safe is the 2022 Cadillac XT6?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Cadillac XT6 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 7, 2026