Is the 2024 Cadillac XT6 reliable?

The 2024 Cadillac XT6 has 24 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: TRANSMISSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2024 Cadillac XT6?

Top problems: TRANSMISSION (7 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (6 complaints, avg repair $500); DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (5 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2024 Cadillac XT6?

Yes, there are 2 recall(s): VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Contact any Cadillac dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Cadillac XT6?

The 2024 Cadillac XT6 gets 22 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2182. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2024 Cadillac XT6?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2024 Cadillac XT6 is approximately $2,443/year (suv-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2024 Cadillac XT6

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2024 Cadillac XT6 has 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 23. The most common issue is transmission problems (29% of all complaints), specifically: the contact owns a 2024 cadillac xt6. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission malfunctioned, and the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. also, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission erroneously switched from the automatic mode to the manual mode . There are 2 recalls issued for this model year.

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 7)

TRANSMISSION

7 complaints

29%

• The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac XT6. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission malfunctioned, and the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. Also, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission erroneously switched from the automatic mode to the manual mode
• The vehicle lost power while driving and could not accelerate. Fortunately, it was on a residential street and not a highway or busy road.
• WHEN TRYING TO BACK IN GARAGE, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT GO IN REVERSE AT ALL AND CAN ONLY MOVE FORWARD, AT TIMES, THE NAVIGATION DISPLAY SCREEN WILL TURN OFF OR FREEZE BEFORE OPERATING NORMALLY, AND THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN SQUEEKING EVER SINCE IT WAS DRIVEN OFF THE CAR LOT WHEN PURCHASED NEW; GM SAYS THA

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac XT6. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission malfunctioned, and the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. Also, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission erroneously switched from the automatic mode to the manual mode ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (2)

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD12/10/2023

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 GMC Acadia and 2024 Cadilac XT5 and XT6 vehicles. The windshield may have been assembled without the proper urethane sealant required to bond the windshield to the vehicle body.

Risk: A windshield that is not properly bonded may detach during a crash and increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the windshield and apply primer and urethane sealant. If the windshield is damaged, the dealer will replace it. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 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 N232419690.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2024 Cadillac XT6

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,182

Per month

$182

Per mile

18.2¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,667/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,847/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2024 Cadillac XT6

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,443

Full coverage / month

$204

Liability only / year

$688

vs US avg

+46%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-luxury)1.35x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age1.15x

= Full coverage estimate$2443

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Cadillac New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 50K mi

Powertrain

6 yr / 70K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

6 yr / 100K mi

Roadside assistance

6 yr / 70K mi

Estimated Repair Costs

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 24 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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TRANSMISSION: The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac XT6. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission malfunctioned, and the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. Also, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission erroneously switched from the automatic mode to the manual mode
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: Rear camera stopped working. Normally when car was put in Reverse the rearview camera would show you what is behing your car. This camera stopped working in this car. When in reverse a red triangke pops uo indicating some type of malfunction and a red circle with a camera inside with a line going ac
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: Rear camera stopped working. Normally when car was put in Reverse the rearview camera would show you what is behing your car. This camera stopped working in this car. When in reverse a red triangke pops uo indicating some type of malfunction and a red circle with a camera inside with a line going ac
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: brakes locking up when backing out of parking spot numerus times, took 20 minutes to back out my 10-foot driveway backup camera saw something that wasnt there brakes keep locking up HARD every foot or so seat kept vibrating front camera was very erratic before this warning of thing that were not t
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 2 recalls have been completed — free at any Cadillac dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)