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2016 Cadillac XTS problems

The most common problem on the 2016 Cadillac XTS is electrical system. Its complaint count is close to a typical XTS model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
75/100
Owner complaints
22
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
1,277
Worst area
Electrical
Crash rating
5/5
Fuel economy
17-21mpg

The worst 2016 Cadillac XTS problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    7
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Seat belts
    2
  • Wheels
    2
  • Airbags
    1

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Electrical
    7
  • Fuel system
    2
  • Seat belts
    2
  • Wheels
    2
  • Airbags
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Suspension
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2016 Cadillac XTS 1,277

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 1,277 bulletins for the 2016 Cadillac XTS

2016 Cadillac XTS crash test ratings

Government 5-star crash tests. Higher is safer. Each row is a body style and drivetrain that was tested.

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
Cadillac XTS 4 DR AWD5554
Cadillac XTS 4 DR FWD5554

2016 Cadillac XTS fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
3.6L 6‑cylFWD15-1821-2817-21
3.6L 6‑cylAWD16-1723-2618-20

What 2016 Cadillac XTS owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 20, 2025 · Electrical, Steering · GA

Stabilitrak light comes on that also causes the engine light to come on. The vehicle self-accelerate while in park and did again when in drive. Can not tell you how fast the Rpm accelerated due to panic that the vehicle was self-accelerating but it didn’t last long. Really quick and it went back to normal idling. Vehicle is scheduled for inspection today 1/20/25 at Classic Cadillac Atlanta. No warnings were given, lights(stabiltrak) just came on. Also the suspension rides very low. It feels like there are no shocks either front or rear.

Filed Aug 23, 2024 · Electrical · NY

Screen completely unresponsive and delaminated

Filed Jun 28, 2024 · Wheels · KS

I was forced onto the shoulder of the interstate by a vehicle that came into my lane. As I went onto the shoulder, I hit a pothole (there were several), and it split my factory rim in half, damaging my tire, also. It took me several days to find a reasonably priced replacement factory wheel as I could not afford $900 to replace one wheel that should have been able to withstand a pothole on the side of the road. I had to pay $215 for a wheel from a company in Wisconsin that had to ship it to me. and it is a used wheel that has a lot of curb rash, damages to it, so who knows how long it will withstand daily driving. I had to buy a new tire for $115 and wait for that to be shipped so I could pick up. Then I had to pay to have the tire put on the wheel and balanced. This also left me on the side of the road for four hours waiting for a tow truck which was very dangerous. Which my insurance only paid partial because of the distance that I was to my home. They charged me an additional $40 on top of what my car insurance paid them. All of this caused a lot of anxiety being on the side of an interstate waiting for a tow truck because my whole rim split in half. And the stress of figuring out how to pay for it all to be repaired so I could stop borrowing a car just to get to and from work. I called the dealership that I purchased the vehicle from Cable Dahmer Cadillac of Kansas City and the person in the parts department basically told me it wasn't anyone's fault and he didn't have any information on how I could file a claim with Cadillac/GM directly before coming here to file a claim. I also filed a claim with the state of Missouri so they are aware the shoulder/road on the interstate in that location needs repaired so this doesn't happen to anyone else.

Filed Dec 14, 2023 · Airbags · 44,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the seat belt was the cause of the air bag warning light being illuminated. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic, who stated that the system needed to be reset. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.

Filed Jun 30, 2023 · ME

The screen on the Cadillac CUE system has cracked/spidered and now has become a serious safety issue. You have to continuously fumbled around pressing buttons while driving. I have contacted GM numerous times and have gotten the run around. I understand that there are a few class action lawsuits still ongoing over this safety issue. Is the federal safety agency looking into this problem?

Filed Jun 25, 2023 · Fuel system · CA

when You fill up the car. gas leaks to the ground. I culd smell the fumes coming out of my home heater vents in My bedroom. I went to the garage and the fumes were very strong. I open both garage doors a nd the man door. then worried about a explosion,Gas water heater is in the garaaage. But I got into the car and drove it out to the driveway! I bought the used car from Cathedral city Lexus dealer. 5-9-2023. the filled up the car for Me and I smelled gas. I just assumed that the spilled some...5-19-2023 I filled it up again at Costco, and that night I smelled thee fumes.I took the car to the shop a they said it had to be replaced. We are now waiting for the new Gas tank to arrive. Aut shop Claims it can't be repaired. I can and will bring the old gas tank Home....for You inspection.

Filed Jun 19, 2023 · MA

Spider cracks in CUE system not allowing visibility during reverse, safety concern.

Filed Mar 23, 2023 · VA

Transmission issues. In Virginia in addition to other states with same issues. Judge IN Michigan order class action suit to go forward against GM. Virginia cars should added to the list of other 26 states identified by the court.

Filed Jul 31, 2022 · Transmission · PA

Catalytic converter cracked creating exhaust leak into engine compartment. The converter has been replaced 3 times in 75,000 miles for this defect. The latest replacement has now failed and is leaking exhaust necessitating a fourth replacement. Replacements to date: 1) March 12, 2016 2) March 8, 2019 3) March 21, 2021 4) July 25, 2022, not yet replaced

Filed Jul 1, 2022 · Electrical · FL

Hazard lights go on automatically while driving. This creates a huge safety issue, especially when driving in high traffic areas as other drivers may mistake Hazard Lights as turn signals. I brought my vehicle in to a Cadillac dealership in December of 2020 to replace the Hazard Light switch. They replaced it with OEM parts, and the issue started happening again in April of 2022. The Hazard Lights will also engage when the vehicle is not running, so this discharges the battery to the point you need to buy a new one. Cadillac needs provide customers with safer Hazard Switches. This is the second time within 2.5 years the Hazard Lights need to be replaced.

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Questions about the 2016 Cadillac XTS

Is the 2016 Cadillac XTS reliable?

Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 2016 Cadillac XTS, close to a typical XTS model year.

What is the 2016 Cadillac XTS year score?

The 2016 Cadillac XTS scores 75 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Cadillac XTS: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Cadillac XTS?

Electrical system, with 7 complaints. Next is fuel system (2).

How many recalls does the 2016 Cadillac XTS have?

No recalls on record.

Is the 2016 Cadillac XTS safe in a crash?

In government crash tests the 2016 Cadillac XTS scored 5 out of 5 stars overall, depending on body style and drivetrain (2 versions tested).

What year does the Cadillac XTS have the most electrical problems?

The Cadillac XTS model years with the most electrical complaints are 2013 (41 complaints), 2014 (16 complaints) and 2017 (10 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2016 Cadillac XTS get?

Official estimates for the 2016 Cadillac XTS range from 17 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.6L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 15-18 city and 21-28 highway.

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