2015 Cadillac XTS
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 5 of 14 complaints (36%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 49 in 2014 to 14 in 2015.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | vs. 2015 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,950–3,100 | 2,950–4,100 | 2,950–3,300 | 2,950–4,300 | 2,850–3,450 | |
| Combined MPG | 20–21 | 19–21 | 19–21 | 18–21 | 18–22 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17 / 26–27 | 16–18 / 24–28 | 16–18 / 24–28 | 16–18 / 23–28 | 16–18 / 23–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 430–448 | 417–475 | 419–475 | 410–485 | 412–486 | |
| Complaints filed | 103 | 49 | 14 | 22 | 24 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Cadillac XTS have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2015 Cadillac XTS?
Electrical: 5 of 14 NHTSA complaints (36%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Cadillac XTS get?
EPA rates it 19–21 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Cadillac XTS?
EPA estimates $2,950–$3,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 18 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | $2,950 (low) | 419 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.6L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 16 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | 19 mpg (low) | $3,300 (high) | 475 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.6L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 17 mpg | 26 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 438 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · Campaign 26V329000 · May 21, 2026
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front-driver air bag module, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 19, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555870. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW · Campaign 15V666000 · Oct 16, 2015
Defect: 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.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of one or both of the side impact air bags, the air bag's inflator may rupture and the air bag may not properly inflate. The rupture could cause metal fragments to strike the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Additionally, if the air bag does not properly inflate, the driver or passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
PARKING BRAKE · Campaign 14V541000 · Sep 9, 2014
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Brake pads that remain partially engaged with the rotors may cause excessive brake heat that may result in a fire.
Remedy: 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.