Model year guide

2022 Cadillac XT6

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2022 Cadillac XT6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2022 Cadillac XT6 — representative photo
Representative photo

2022 Cadillac XT6 at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints15
Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2022 Cadillac XT6 recalls 3

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly NHTSA Campaign #22V446000 · manufacturer #N222366070 · 23/06/2022

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.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace the fuel tank shell if the rollover valve is found to be dislodged or missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-87…

Suspension:rear NHTSA Campaign #22V427000 · manufacturer #N222364330 · 16/06/2022

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.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the left-rear suspension and replace the fastener if it is loose or missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this reca…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:fluid NHTSA Campaign #22V392000 · manufacturer #N222369130 · 02/06/2022

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."

Fix: Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222369130.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2022 Cadillac XT6 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2022 Cadillac XT6 safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 15.5% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2022 Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Dimensions & weight

Length
198.8 in
Width
77.2 in
Height
68.9 in
Wheelbase
112.6 in
Curb weight
4,689 lb
Front track
66.5 in
Rear track
66.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2022 Cadillac XT6. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 746

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 746.

This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

Bulletin PIT5698F · Sep 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902W · Sep 2026

This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues

Bulletin PIC6551C · Aug 2026

PI to help diagnose A/C concern

Bulletin PIT5099J · Jul 2026

This Preliminary information communicates that a vehicle may be encountered with the heated/ventilated seats inoperative. Upon further inspection it will be found that the F19DA fuse will be open. The technician is instructed to inspect the wiring harness that…

Bulletin PIT5855K · Jul 2026

This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message.

Bulletin PIT5966F · Jun 2026

Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue

Bulletin PIC6423A · May 2026

This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues

Bulletin PIC6551B · May 2026

This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

Bulletin PIT3271Q · Apr 2026

Improvements to OnStar functionality.

Bulletin N25-250552 · Mar 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the XT6 FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 3

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2022 Cadillac XT6. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Fuel System

Issue: On certain vehicles, the rollover valve in the fuel tank may not seal properly. As a result, fuel could leak from the tank in a rollover crash. Safety Risk: A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the fuel tank. If the rollover valve is dislod…

Transport Canada #2022331 · Jun 2022

Suspension

Issue: On certain vehicles, a bolt for the left-rear suspension toe link may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the toe link could become loose or separate. This can cause a misalignment of the left-rear wheel and result in reduced vehicle stability. Safety Risk: Reduced vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Act…

Transport Canada #2022319 · Jun 2022

Label

Issue: On certain vehicles, the brake fluid reservoir cap may be missing the required labeling. As a result, a person may not know to clean the cap before removing it. This could allow dirt and debris to enter the brake fluid reservoir. If this happens, brake performance could degrade over time. Canadian regulations require certain safety information to be written on the brake…

Transport Canada #2022286 · Jun 2022

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Cadillac XT6

The Cadillac XT6 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV with three-row seating manufactured by the Cadillac division of General Motors. The vehicle was introduced on January 12, 2019, at the North American International Auto Show. It went on sale in June of the same year as a 2020 model.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2022 Cadillac XT6 vehicles on record

Other Cadillac XT6 model years

2022 Cadillac XT6 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Cadillac XT6 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2022 Cadillac XT6. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Cadillac XT6?

Across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, electrical system.

What is the 2022 Cadillac XT6 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2022 Cadillac XT6 an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.