2020 Cadillac XT6: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Cadillac XT6: 4 recalls, 37 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #20V446000 · 2020 · 769 vehicles
What's wrong: General motors, LLC. (gm) is recalling certain 2020 Buick enclave, Cadillac xt5 and xt6, Chevrolet blazer, silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 and traverse and GMC acadia and sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The diffuser component of the roof-rail air bag (rrab) inflator May not have been properly crimped to the inflator and could separate from the inflator during air bag deployment.
Why it matters: If the diffuser separates from the inflator during deployment, rrab performance May be degraded, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect rrab modules, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2020.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #20V639000 · 2020 · 2,781 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel pump's jet nozzle May have a plastic burr remaining from the manufacturing process, possibly causing a blocked nozzle and an insufficient fuel supply to the engine.
Why it matters: Insufficient fuel supply can result in an engine stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module. The recall began November 16, 2020.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #20V668000 · 2020 · 194,105 vehicles
What's wrong: The start/stop accumulator endcap May have missing bolts.
Why it matters: Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and May progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source May increase the risk of fire.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #22V709000 · 2022 · 95,231 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera coaxial cable connectors May have been crimped improperly, causing the rearview camera to fail or function intermittently.
Why it matters: An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the coaxial cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2023.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (11): the most common themes are electrical failure (5), warning light on (2).
- Backup camera (8): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (8): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (3), warning light on (3).
- Engine (4): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
The 2020 Cadillac XT6 has 37 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 6 XT6 model years for complaints (2.1× the average XT6 year). Complaints peaked in 2022 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 11,036 miles. Neighboring years: 2021 (18 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Cadillac XT6 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2020 Cadillac XT6. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 Cadillac XT6 problems?
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (11), backup camera (8), transmission & drivetrain (8).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Cadillac XT6 get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.6 L, Automatic (S9)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2020 Cadillac XT6 repair manual?
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