The 2013 Cadillac XTS has a elevated safety risk profile with 4 recall campaigns and 102 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

102

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

14V5180002014-28-08

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured April 11, 2013, to June 27, 2013, and 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured May 13, 2013, to November 5, 2013. The affected vehicles may have left the factory with the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) set to "manufacturing mode."

In manufacturing mode, the vehicle's air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

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14V1160002014-17-03

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, through March 7, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a cavity plug on the brake booster pump connector may dislodge allowing corrosion of the brake booster pump relay connector.

The corrosion of the brake booster pump relay connector may cause a resistive short and melt the connector, increasing the risk of a fire.

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14V5410002014-09-09

PARKING BRAKE

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.

Brake pads that remain partially engaged with the rotors may cause excessive brake heat that may result in a fire.

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12V5250002012-31-10

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured from October 12, 2011, through August 30, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 202, "Head Restraints." The rear seat head restraints may not lock in the upright position after being folded forward. If the head restriant is at its lowest position and it falls forward, it will not meet the height required by the standard.

In the event of a vehicle crash, the lowered head restraint may increase the occupant's risk of neck injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 102 owners have filed complaints about the 2013 Cadillac XTS. SUSPENSION issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Suspension20

02Electrical System19

03Unknown Or Other9

04Wheels5

05Electrical System,engine4

102 total across 1 model years (2013–2013)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Cadillac XTS Fuel Economy

17–21mpg combined

15-17city

21-27hwy

$2,100-$2,600/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2013 Cadillac XTS returns 17–21 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

XTS - Automatic (S6)

21mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

17 city27 hwy~$2,100/yr5/10 Average

XTS AWD - Automatic (S6)

20mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

17 city26 hwy~$2,200/yr5/10 Average

XTS Hearse - Automatic (S6)

17mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

15 city21 hwy~$2,600/yr4/10 Average

XTS Limo - Automatic (S6)

17mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

15 city21 hwy~$2,600/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2013 Cadillac XTS

33States

36%in top 3

15% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 33 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

FLFlorida

5115%

TXTexas

4313%

ILIllinois

288%

MIMichigan

278%

OHOhio

165%

PAPennsylvania

144%

INIndiana

134%

AZArizona

124%

MOMissouri

113%

GAGeorgia

93%

DCWashington DC

93%

COColorado

82%

CACalifornia

82%

DEDelaware

72%

VAVirginia

72%

NENebraska

72%

WAWashington

72%

NJ6

NY6

NC6

TN6

NV4

MA3

UT3

OK3

CT3

MD2

IA2

MN2

AR2

WI2

OR2

KY2

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2013.

Buying a 2013 Cadillac XTS?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2013 Cadillac XTS a good car to buy?

The 2013 Cadillac XTS has 4 recalls on record. There are 4 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is suspension, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2013 Cadillac XTS?

There are 4 documented recalls for the 2013 Cadillac XTS. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2013 Cadillac XTS?

Fuel economy ranges from 17 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $588 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2013 Cadillac XTS?

SUSPENSION is the number-one complaint area for the 2013 Cadillac XTS, based on 102 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.