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US recalls (2)
Back over prevention: sensing system, camera
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with the optional Surround Vision feature. The rearview camera coaxial cable connectors may have been crimped improperly, causing the rearview camera to fail or function intermittently.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the coaxial cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2023. 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 N222378380.
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The fuel supply lines may be improperly attached and seated.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Improperly attached and seated fuel supply lines may loosen or separate, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace fuel supply lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2021. 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 N212335590.
Canadian recalls (1)
Show 1 Canadian recall
Visual system
2022-09-22 · campaign 2022-536
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the connectors on the cables for the rearview camera may not be attached properly. As a result, the rearview camera image may not display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.
Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with the optional Surround Vision feature.
Safety Risk:
A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the coaxial cables for the rearview camera.
Owner complaints (20)
Owners filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Cadillac XT5. Among 10 model years of this model, it ranks #5 for the most complaints (median 20).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Electrical system | 6 | |
| Unknown or other | 5 | |
| Steering | 4 | |
| Engine | 3 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | |
| Back over prevention | 2 | |
| Service brakes | 2 | |
| Visibility | 2 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2021 Cadillac XT5.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2021 Cadillac XT5 SUV FWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2021 Cadillac XT5 SUV AWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2021 Cadillac XT5 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| XT5 AWD 2.0 L Automatic (S9) | 21 | 27 | 23 | $3,550 |
| XT5 AWD 3.6 L Automatic (S9) | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| XT5 FWD 2.0 L Automatic (S9) | 22 | 29 | 24 | $3,400 |
| XT5 FWD 3.6 L Automatic (S9) | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| XT5 Hearse AWD 2.0 L Automatic (S9) | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,900 |
| XT5 Hearse FWD 2.0 L Automatic (S9) | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,900 |
| XT5 Limo AWD 2.0 L Automatic (S9) | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,900 |
| XT5 Limo FWD 2.0 L Automatic (S9) | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,900 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.