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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2021 Cadillac XT6 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
20
Latest campaign
Sep 22, 2022

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Back over prevention1Sep 22, 2022
Fuel system, gasoline1Jun 3, 2021

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Sep 22, 2022Latest campaign
Sep 22, 202222V709000

Back over prevention: sensing system camera

An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V709000
What's wrong
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
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V709000 · Sep 22, 2022
Jun 3, 202121V422000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Improperly attached and seated fuel supply lines may loosen or separate, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V422000
What's wrong
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
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V422000 · Jun 3, 2021
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Cadillac recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component20

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
20Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical system525000
Engine420000
Fuel/propulsion system420000
Back over prevention420000
Steering315000
Unknown or other315000
Forward collision avoidance210000
Power train15000
Engine and engine cooling15000
Service brakes15000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Steering

    “DTC P0128 engine coolant thermostat to open at a lower temperature than intended. The Check Engine Light appeared, a Steering warning appeared on my information screen, and the engine cooling fan continued to run…”

    Filed 10/13/2026 · ODI 11770960
  • Steering

    “On September 15,2026, my vehicle experienced a catastrophic los of power steering assist accompanied by severe heavy steering. Please review General Motors TSB 20-NA-215 & TSB 17-NA-158 both addressing this issue.”

    Filed 10/11/2026 · ODI 11770401
  • Fuel/propulsion system

    “Your site shows no recalls. I got a recall for a repair I had to have done a few months ago.”

    Filed 07/01/2026 · ODI 11747724

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2021 Cadillac XT6 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Cadillac XT6 have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Cadillac XT6. The most recent, 22V709000 (reported September 22, 2022), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Cadillac XT6?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 5 complaints out of 20 filed with NHTSA (25%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Cadillac XT6?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Cadillac recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Cadillac dealer.

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