Model year

2015 Cadillac XTS

Sedan, gasoline, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in Canada. Owner complaints on file from Dec 21, 2016 to Jul 14, 2026.

Recall campaigns covering this model year2211k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints14Close to the median 2015 sedan
Severity index7.12015 sedans average 7.9
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2015 Cadillac XTS peaked in 2017, with 3 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

0123201620173201820192020202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

36% of complaints about the 2015 Cadillac XTS name electrical system

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Electrical system
5
Lighting
2
Powertrain
2
Airbags
1
Stability and traction control
1
Equipment
1
Driver assistance
1
Steering
1
Suspension
1
Visibility and wipers
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

2 recall campaigns cover the 2015 Cadillac XTS

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2015 Cadillac XTS
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
26V-329May 21, 2026Front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deploymentAirbags5,014Part replacement
15V-666Oct 16, 2015Affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deploymentAirbags395Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2015 Cadillac XTS

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

14 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Jul 14, 2026Failure Jul 1, 2026Waterbury, CTElectrical system, Exterior lighting

    I have a 2015 Cadillac XTS I am experiencing water in the headlight and condensation I am well aware of there have been many complaints about this issue I would like Cadillac to repair this

    NHTSA complaint 11750310
  2. Filed Oct 30, 2024Failure May 1, 2023Hampton, NEUnknown or other

    The CUE system has totally quit so we are unable to change radio stations, get driving instructions, talk on the telephone etc. After reading online, this is a problem that Cadillac is not addressing and just tells us we have to replace it at our cost. Very disappointed that this hasn't been addressed in the past as many cars have been affected.

    NHTSA complaint 11622738
  3. Filed Jun 12, 2023Failure Jun 3, 2019Southampton, NJElectrical system, Warnings

    Forward collision system has not been working properly for the past 3 years the car has been in for service for this problem the last time was March 1st 2023. I nearly had 3 accidents due to the system not working. The last contact was Holman Cadillac I was told by the service manager he would set up appt with the factory service rep and he has not gotten back to me by today's date June 12th 2023. Looking forward to hearing from someone about this problem I feel I am getting the runaround! Thank you [XXX] [XXX] [XXX]. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

    NHTSA complaint 11526626
  4. Filed Feb 24, 2023Failure Dec 26, 2019Durham, NCPower train

    Please note GM PIP5146A...Chatter or Bind Feel on turns... AKA transmission shudder. According to Cadillac dealer in Durham, NC. The car needs it's rear differential replaced; 90,000 miles.. That is happening now. Ally, the extended warranty company, sent a technician to inspect the part. I don't know if the original part is still available. I 1st noticed the problem in Fall 2019. Shop invoice, 62,187miles, reflects differential fluid & filter change which temporarily, partially mitigated the problem for a few years. It never disappeared. I am not sure what the worse case safety scenario is. I never let it get that far.

    NHTSA complaint 11508980
  5. Filed Oct 5, 2022Failure Sep 13, 2022Baytown, TXInfotainment

    Cue screen spiderd Causing you to not control radio at times I’m driving and my radio is on 12 and the volume and can out of nowhere jump up to like 60 you cannot turn it down even if you hold the button on the steering wheel This has happened multiple times I’ve had at the dealership they have seen the video and they’re telling me it’s possibly an electrical issue but it needs to be fixed before he causes an accident

    NHTSA complaint 11487942
  6. Filed Mar 22, 2021Failure Mar 10, 202055,000 milesCarrollton, TXUnknown or other

    THIS IS MY 2N CUE SYSTEM STEREO, OTHER WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY AND THE SCREEN IS NOW CRACKING AND AFFECTING VISIBILITY AND FUNCTION

    NHTSA complaint 11404317
  7. Filed Jul 17, 2019Failure Jul 12, 201949,220 milesBelcamp, MDSun/moon roof assembly

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CADILLAC XTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING AND SHATTERED GLASS ENTERED THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. FRANKEL & CHESAPEAKE CADILLAC (10240 YORK RD, COCKEYSVILLE, MD 21030, (410) 773-9246) WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND HAD NOT YET SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 49,220.

    NHTSA complaint 11232717
  8. Filed May 9, 2019Failure Apr 28, 201980,500 milesMonett, MOSteering

    DRIVING THROUGH THE HILLS AND CURVES OF ARKANSAS I LOST POWER STEERING. I HAD TROUBLE FINDING A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OFF AND CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE.

    NHTSA complaint 11206616
  9. Filed Apr 17, 2019Failure Apr 9, 201930,000 milesPompano Beach, FLElectrical system, Electronic stability control (esc), Exterior lighting

    SERVICE SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM ALERT IN DIC. WHILE DRIVING IN CITY, MULTIPLE ALERTS IN DASH BOARD AND INTERMITTENT BLACK OUT OF ALL GAGES AND INDICTORS TOTALLY UNPREDICTABLE, UNRELIABLE AND UNSAFE.

    NHTSA complaint 11197053
  10. Filed Dec 30, 2018Failure Dec 28, 201850,500 milesFargo, NDPower train

    TRANSMISSION WON'T SHIFT INTO GEAR AFTER SHIFTER IS MOVED WITH ENGINE RUNNING. DASHBOARD INDICATOR SHOWS SELECTED GEARS, BUT TRANSMISSION DOESN'T ENGAGE.

    NHTSA complaint 11164075
  11. Filed Dec 9, 2017Failure Oct 3, 201758,842 milesPlantation, FLElectrical system

    THE CUE TOUCHSCREEN IS NOT WORKING. ALL WARNINGS AND SAFETY CO CERN'S WILL NOT SHOW. TRIED HARD RESET AS CADILLAC ADVISED WITH NO LUCK. CAR IS OUT OF WARRANTY AND CADILLAC SAID THE COST IS OVER $ 1500. THE CAR IS TWO YEARS OLD AND CADILLAC AND GM KNEW OF THIS PROBLEM SINCE 2013 AND DID NOTHING TO REMEDY IT. IT'S A HAZARD AND AFTER SERVICING NONE OF THE WARNINGS CAN BE CHANGED. YOU CAN'T USE HANDS FREE CALLING ETC. IT'S VERY DANGEROUS AND DISTRACTING TO OPERATE A VEHICLE WITH THE INFORMATION CENTER INOPERABLE. CHECK THE INTERNET FOR THIS PROBLEM AND YOU WILL SEE THERE ARE THOUSANDS IF COMPLAINTS DATING BACK TO 2013. THIS PROBLEM STARTED ABOUT TWO MONTHS AGO.

    NHTSA complaint 11053706
  12. Filed Aug 8, 2017Failure May 24, 201745,842 milesBrownsville, TXElectrical system, Suspension1 injured

    A FAILURE OF THE SELF-LEVELING REAR AIR SPRING COMPRESSOR OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING THROUGH PARKING LOT. "SERVICE REAR LEVELING SYSTEM" WARNING WAS NOT ACTIVATED / DISPLAYED AS PUBLISHED IN VEHICLE OWNERS MANUAL NOR DID ANY AUDIBLE ALERT SOUND, NOTIFYING DRIVER OF ANY IMPENDING PROBLEM. AS THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE PROCEEDED TO PASS OVER A SPEED BUMP AT IDLE SPEED, THE AUTOMOBILE SUBSEQUENTLY "BOTTOMED OUT" LEADING TO SIGNIFICANT SPINE INJURY. AUTOMOBILE WAS UN-DRIVEABLE AFTER INCIDENT AND WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIRS VIA FLAT BED TRUCK. AFTER SUSPENSION COMPRESSOR WAS REPLACED, THE AUTOMOBILE CONTINUED TO HAVE AUDIBLE CREAKING IN REAR SUSPENSION WHILE TRAVELING OVER BUMPS AND DIPS IN THE ROAD. BOTH L AND R SHOCKS WERE REPLACED AFTER FIRST BEING INSPECTED AND ADJUSTED PER GM/CADILLAC REPAIR PROTOCOL AS REPORTED BY DEALERSHIP.

    NHTSA complaint 11013828
  13. Filed Feb 6, 2017Failure Feb 2, 201712,000 milesColumbia, ILUnknown or other

    WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE SUNROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED AND SHATTERED SENDING GLASS OUT ONTO THE HIGHWAY IN TRAFFIC, AS WELL AS GLASS RAINING DOWN INSIDE THE VEHICLE

    NHTSA complaint 10949767
  14. Filed Dec 21, 2016Failure Sep 1, 20167,393 milesWest Bloomfield, MIAir bags

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CADILLAC XTS. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT RETURNED THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS; HOWEVER, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 7,393.

    NHTSA complaint 10936664
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

1,634 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • PIT5698F Sep 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
  • PIP4902W Sep 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
  • PIT5099J Jul 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    PI to help diagnose A/C concern
  • PIT3271Q Apr 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
  • PIP6104 Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
  • PIP4902V Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
  • PIP4902U Jan 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
  • 25-NA-156 Jun 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information on Tire Sidewall Irregularities.
  • 00-06-01-026R Jun 5, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
  • PIT5214G Nov 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of Genera…
  • 23-NA-153 May 15, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
  • 13598 Sep 9, 2025 · Other
    New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
  • PIP4902T Aug 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
  • PIC5650M Aug 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B306…
  • 15-NA-010 May 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in other states.
  • PIC6086J Jun 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI communicates a procedure to clean oil leaking from the rain sensor.
  • PIP4902S Jun 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
  • PI0281L Apr 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
  • PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
  • PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
  • PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
  • 13-02-32-001H Apr 11, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power steering noise or fluid leak concern that is caused during extremely low temperatures.
  • 07-00-89-037W Apr 8, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
  • PIP4964F May 29, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P2097 or P2099. Technician will need to perform an i…
  • 25-NA-087 Apr 3, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information on the proper Reflective High Temperature Heat and/or Insulating Tape to use for certain repairs, such as Wiring Harness Repairs.
  • 18-NA-315 Apr 3, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin advises the tech to only replace the shock that is bad and not all shocks.
  • 25-NA-052 Mar 25, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to oil in system.
  • 13-08-116-001K Mar 31, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
  • 24-NA-098 Mar 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
  • 25-NA-065 Mar 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
  • 15-06-03-001F Mar 12, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries.
  • 08-03-10-006I Mar 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides a procedure on how to clean and resurface aluminum wheel bead seats for vehicles that have the condition of Tire Slowly Goes Flat, Tire Air Loss, Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Illuminated, Aluminum Wheel Bead Seat Corrosion.
  • 25-NA-052 Mar 4, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to oil in system.
  • 17-NA-073 Mar 5, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
  • 05-03-07-009L Feb 25, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information on Wheel Alignment Specifications, Requirements and Recommendations for GM Vehicles.
  • 11-00-89-005Y Feb 22, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
  • 05-08-51-001L Feb 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides a procedure on how to remove the paint stain that may present itself under the shipping film.
  • 16-NA-109 Feb 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on the gear.
  • 07-00-89-037V Feb 13, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
  • PIP6027 Feb 22, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates that due to parts shortages we are resticting part number 19435910.
  • 22-NA-074 Jan 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
  • 21-NA-043 Jan 31, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
  • 10-08-110-001L Jan 31, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
  • 01-08-42-001Q Jan 27, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leak Information and Replacement Guidelines.
  • 09-06-04-026Z Jan 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
  • 07-00-89-037U Jan 4, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
  • 20-NA-132 Jan 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
  • 18-NA-263 Dec 14, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for variable diagnostic time allowances on select labor operations (U.S. Only).
  • 08-07-30-035I Nov 27, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
  • 19-NA-219 Nov 22, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
  • PIT5962B Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
  • PIT5074Q Dec 7, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probin…
  • 21-NA-043 Nov 5, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
  • PIP6015 Oct 16, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer a process for accessing the procedure to add attachments to a GM technical assistance case using the dealer case management tool.
  • PIP5621E Oct 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer  technician that TAC recommends the utilization of the GDS2 software to aid in diagnosing automatic transmission concerns. TAC is requesting the GDS2 session logs be sent in before the dealer contacts …
  • 04-06-01-029K Oct 28, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
  • PIT6261 Dec 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers GM is working on a solution for outdated Apps
  • 24-NA-040 Oct 11, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials should never be sent by air transportation to the WPC.
  • 10-00-89-009F Oct 9, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service bulletin provides information on key code security rules and information on GM keycode look-up applications (U.S).
  • 23-NA-154 Oct 2, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration – Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.