Cadillac · XTS · 2015
2015 Cadillac XTS
2
Recalls
13
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2015 Cadillac XTS has 2 recalls and 13 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: unknown or other (3 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2015 Cadillac XTS 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 unknown or other with 3 reported complaints.
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 2015 Cadillac XTS currently shows 2 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 13 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 unknown or other (3), power train (2), equipment (1).
- Vehicle
- 2015 Cadillac XTS
- Recalls
- 2
- Complaints
- 13
- 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
11.8% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: Optional
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 15V666000October 16, 2015
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment.
Remedy Status
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 01320.
NHTSA ID: 14V541000September 09, 2014
PARKING BRAKE
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.
Remedy Status
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic parking brake software, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14471.
Owner Complaints
13 totalUNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 1, 2023
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 th...
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EQUIPMENT
Sep 13, 2022
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 deale...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 10, 2020
THIS IS MY 2N CUE SYSTEM STEREO, OTHER WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY AND THE SCREEN IS NOW CRACKING AND AFFECTING VISIBILITY AND FUNCTION
POWER TRAIN
Dec 26, 2019
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 inspec...
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VISIBILITY
Jul 12, 2019
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 FAI...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Jun 3, 2019
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 ...
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STEERING
Apr 28, 2019
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Apr 9, 2019
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.
POWER TRAIN
Dec 28, 2018
TRANSMISSION WON'T SHIFT INTO GEAR AFTER SHIFTER IS MOVED WITH ENGINE RUNNING. DASHBOARD INDICATOR SHOWS SELECTED GEARS, BUT TRANSMISSION DOESN'T ENGAGE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 3, 2017
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 ...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Cadillac XTS have?
The 2015 Cadillac XTS has 2 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2015 Cadillac XTS?
NHTSA has received 13 owner-reported complaints for the 2015 Cadillac XTS.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2015 Cadillac XTS?
The 2015 Cadillac XTS received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Cadillac XTS?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2015 Cadillac XTS are unknown or other (3 reports), power train (2 reports), equipment (1 reports).
Does the 2015 Cadillac XTS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 2 recalls on record for the 2015 Cadillac XTS. 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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