NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Cadillac XT4 Safety Ratings
The 2019 Cadillac XT4 scores 79 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), 3 recalls, and 19 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
Partial crash-test coverage from NHTSA defines the 2019 Cadillac XT4's safety profile. While the vehicle earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 79 out of 100, placing it in the Average band, a complete understanding of its crashworthiness is limited by the available data. Three recall campaigns and a modest volume of owner complaints further shape its safety assessment, presenting a mixed but not alarming picture for consumers considering this model year.
The 2019 Cadillac XT4 received a four-star frontal crash rating and a four-star rollover rating from NHTSA, with a NHTSA Safety Index of 79 out of 100 derived from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 93 SUVs from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Cadillac XT4 ranks 64 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 79 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 15.4% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 19 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 64 of 93 SUVs tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Cadillac XT4?
The 2019 Cadillac XT4 enters the market with an incomplete NHTSA crash-test profile, leaving side and overall ratings unassessed. This absence of data limits a comprehensive evaluation of the vehicle's crash protection. On the results available, frontal crash tests yielded a four-star rating, a meaningful positive, and the vehicle also received a four-star rollover rating. The XT4 achieves a Safety Index of 79 out of 100. Its crash-protection sub-score of 56 out of 70 is the primary driver of this index. However, the vehicle's avoidance technology sub-score is only 6 out of 10, a direct consequence of forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems being optional rather than standard equipment. Electronic stability control is standard across the model range. The defect record sub-score, at 16.5 out of 20, is a relative strength for the 2019 XT4, reflecting a contained recall history of three campaigns. Among these, the recall concerning seat belt retractors is the most safety-critical, as it directly pertains to rear occupant restraint integrity during a collision. This inaugural year for the XT4 means no prior-year Safety Index exists for comparative analysis of year-over-year safety performance.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Cadillac XT4 perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Cadillac XT4 received four out of five stars from NHTSA for frontal crash protection. Its rollover rating also stands at four stars, with a 15 percent risk of rollover and a passing dynamic tip result. No overall safety rating was published for the 2019 XT4, and its side-crash performance was not rated. Therefore, a complete federal assessment of occupant protection is unavailable.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13617
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Cadillac XT4 have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns cover the 2019 XT4. The first targets vehicles with the optional Surround Vision feature for a back-over prevention camera issue. The second addresses rear seat belt retractor fasteners, a critical safety component. The third involves the automatic transmission powertrain. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data, but buyers should verify remedy completion by VIN.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA22V868000
Risk: Failure of the rearview camera image to display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the VPM software or replace the VPM, as necessary, free of charge. An interim owner notification letter informing owners of the safety defect was mailed January 17, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222373320. .
Reported 2022-11-23
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS21V649000
Risk: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212333380.
Reported 2021-08-20
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION20V668000
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this reca
Reported 2020-10-29
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Cadillac XT4?
Nineteen unverified owner allegations have been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 XT4. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the engine, cited in nine reports, followed by the powertrain and exterior lighting. One alleged crash has been reported. These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.
19 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Cadillac XT4?
For the 2019 XT4, three recalls have been issued. Any shopper considering this vehicle should run the VIN through the NHTSA recall database to confirm that all recall remedies, particularly the seat belt retractor repair, have been completed, as open recalls on a used vehicle transfer to the new owner.
- The rear seat belt retractor recall is the most safety-critical campaign affecting the 2019 XT4, covering a component directly involved in occupant restraint during a crash.
- NHTSA has not assigned an overall star rating or a side-crash star rating to the 2019 XT4, leaving meaningful gaps in the federal crash-test record for this specific model year.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as optional equipment on the 2019 XT4, meaning not every unit on the used market will carry these avoidance technologies.
- Nineteen unverified complaints have been filed with NHTSA, with engine-related allegations accounting for nine of them, making it the single most reported component category for this model year.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Cadillac XT4 places
The 2019 Cadillac XT4 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Cadillac XT4 safety questions
Was the 2019 Cadillac XT4 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Cadillac XT4, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 79 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Cadillac XT4 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Cadillac XT4 earned 4 out of 5 stars for frontal and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 15.4%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Cadillac XT4 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Cadillac XT4. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Cadillac XT4?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 19 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Cadillac XT4. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other XT4 years
Rivals in SUV (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Tesla Model X 60d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X 75d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X 90d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X P100d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X P90d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Nissan Murano | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13617), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Cadillac XT4 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 64 of 93 in the SUV class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.