NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 50 owner complaints for the 2014 Cadillac XTS. Most complaints involve electrical system (16) and suspension (11). The EPA rates it 17–21 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 22, 2014, and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to September 2, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the electronic parking brake piston actuation arm may not fully retract causing the brake pads to stay partially engaged.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured April 11, 2013, to June 27, 2013, and 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured May 13, 2013, to November 5, 2013. The affected vehicles may have left the factory with the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) set to "manufacturing mode."
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Improperly torqued fasteners may cause the steering intermediate shaft and the steering gear and/or the lower control arm and the lower ball joint to separate.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Cadillac XTS. After the purchase, the contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale in July of 2024. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 128,000. The contact stated that while attempting to obtain an extended warranty for the vehicle, the contact was informed that the vehicle had been subjected to odometer fraud. The contact was informed that in 2022, the mileage was documented as 198,000. The contact researched to track the VIN and became aware that before the vehicle was purchased, the previous owner had logged the mileage as 145,000. The contact had not filed a report with any other agencies.”
“Light come dash board stabilitrak light light for master break steering it has been in many wrecks and they sold it to me it keeps going sometimes when you hit the breaks jump’s stuffers the drivers seat goes all the way back when you get out off car”
“BRAKE PEDAL MAKES A "CLUNKING" NOISE WHEN RELEASED. DEALER EXAMINED ANOTHER XTS FROM THEIR INVENTORY AND FOUND THE SAME NOISY SOUND UPON RELEASE OF BRAKE PEDAL. 2 MORE VISITS WERE MADE TO MY SELLING DEALER FOR THIS NOISY BRAKE PEDAL AND SO FAR GM HAS NO SERVICE BULLETINS FOR A FIX FOR THIS SITUATION. *TR”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XTS Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 28 | 21 | $2,950 | 417 |
| XTS AWD Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,100 | 448 |
| XTS AWD Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,050 | 475 |
| XTS Hearse Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,650 | 526 |
| XTS Limo Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,650 | 519 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
4 safety recalls 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.
Owners filed 50 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (16), suspension (11), service brakes (4). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2014 Cadillac XTS at 17–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (5 versions rated).
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2014 Cadillac XTS 5 out of 5 stars overall.