Cadillac · XT5 · 2022
2022 Cadillac XT5
3
Recalls
9
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2022 Cadillac XT5 has 3 recalls and 9 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: back over prevention (1 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2022 Cadillac XT5 page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is back over prevention with 1 reported complaint.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2022 Cadillac XT5 currently shows 3 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 9 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are back over prevention (1), power train (1), unknown or other,back over prevention (1).
- Vehicle
- 2022 Cadillac XT5
- Recalls
- 3
- Complaints
- 9
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
16.9% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 23V172000March 16, 2023
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The transmission may have been built with an incorrect sun gear, which can result in the driver-side half-shaft disengaging from the transmission.
Remedy Status
Dealers will replace the sun gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2023. The remedy is expected to become available August 31, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222389310.
NHTSA ID: 22V446000June 23, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
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.
Remedy Status
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 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222366070.
NHTSA ID: 22V427000June 16, 2022
SUSPENSION:REAR
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.
Remedy Status
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 recall is N222364330.
Owner Complaints
9 totalAIR BAGS,LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
CRASH1 injuryMar 27, 2026
I was driving using turn by turn directions and it told me to turn and I turned too soon and hit a telephone pole, front center. The airbags did not deploy and onstar did not recognize crash. I heard nothing from anyone. I called 911 to get the police to come and a wrecker drive...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTION
Dec 22, 2025
THE VECHICE TRANSMISSION JERKS WHEN STARTS TO MOVE. SQEAKING NOISE IN THE CV JOINTS BOOTS, the shifts gears module stays in sports mode, will not stay on in regular mode. Defective sensors to send signal to OnStar alarm theft .
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Jan 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera lines were very faint. The contact was unable to see the guidelines or the markings. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable t...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 11, 2024
[XXX] Our 2022 Cadillac XT5 400 shudders when driving. It happens at any speed. The technician thought it was the V6 changing over to run on 4 cylinders. The only thing about this is it shudders under load as well as slight acceleration.. please advise… Thank you [XXX] INFO...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CRASHNov 1, 2024
I was backing out of a parking space in reverse as I have done multiple times and the second I took my foot off the brake pedal to go into reverse, my car shot out at a high speed and hit a parked car on the other side of the street. Not realizing that there was an auto malfunct...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 20, 2023
The driving mode don't stay in the correct control for example the SUV has three components Tour, Sports, Snow and ice...while driving in Tour mode the vehicle goes to sports on it owns. The electrical dash board cuts off and resets its self while in driving. Scary
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 19, 2023
On two occasions the Fuel Pump Driver Control Module failed. On the first occasion the vehicle continued to operate. The dealer replaced the module. On the second occasion the engine failed to start. The dealer replaced the module once again. A vehicle that goes dead without...
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POWER TRAIN
Feb 8, 2023
Excessive play in transmission. Clunking sound when driving all the time..Seems loose in park mode also.
SEAT BELTS
Jun 23, 2022
The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that the vehicle was equipped with the auto seat belt tightening feature. The contact stated that the feature tightened the seat belt to secure the occupant; however, the passenger’s side seat belt continued to tighten whil...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Cadillac XT5 have?
The 2022 Cadillac XT5 has 3 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2022 Cadillac XT5?
NHTSA has received 9 owner-reported complaints for the 2022 Cadillac XT5.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2022 Cadillac XT5?
The 2022 Cadillac XT5 received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Cadillac XT5?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2022 Cadillac XT5 are back over prevention (1 reports), power train (1 reports), unknown or other,back over prevention (1 reports).
Does the 2022 Cadillac XT5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 3 recalls on record for the 2022 Cadillac XT5. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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