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The 2025 XT5 is much less reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2025 Cadillac XT5 owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"bracket problem"
Anonymous, AZ (2025 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury 3.6-L V6)Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
"Manufacturing defect. Loose bolts on transmission causing fluid leak. Known issue with vehicles manufactured between certain dates. Transmission needs to be dropped and bolts replaced."
Anonymous, NJ (2025 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury 3.6-L V6)Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
"sunroof from new made squeaks and rattles they had to replace some bracket and to do this they removed headliner"
Anonymous, AZ (2025 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury 3.6-L V6)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"The chrome trim strip on the passenger front door was peeling off"
Anonymous, AB (2025 Cadillac XT5 Luxury 3.6-L V6)Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
"Every time it rain I would get a warning light"
Anonymous A., MI (2025 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury 3.6-L V6)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"seat did not move in February. dealer put new seat motor in. Seat stopped working yesterday. service appointment tomorrow."
Anonymous, NJ (2025 Cadillac XT5 Luxury 3.6-L V6)