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NHTSA crash test of the 2025 Cadillac Xt4

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2025 Cadillac Xt4

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
8Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE CADILLAC XT4

The Cadillac XT4 is a compact luxury SUV that slots into one of the most competitive segments in the American market. Launched for 2019, it serves as the brand's entry point into the premium crossover space, targeting younger buyers and urban professionals who want Cadillac prestige in a smaller, more maneuverable package. It competes directly against the BMW X1, Audi Q3, and Mercedes-Benz GLA.

VERDICT

The 2025 Cadillac Xt4 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 90 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the XT4 as a stylish and well-positioned entry-luxury crossover that delivers a composed, comfortable driving experience fitting the Cadillac brand. Most find the interior quality and technology features competitive, though some note that the powertrain and cargo space lag behind a few key rivals. Overall sentiment is positive but measured, acknowledging the segment is exceptionally competitive.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 15.4%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20426

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record19/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD24V795000

Risk: A passenger-side air bag that does not deploy properly increases the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel upper cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is A242476151.

Reported 2024-10-24

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

8 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 5Service Brakes 2Lane Departure 2Power Train 1Hydraulic 1Visibility/Wiper 1

Other Xt4 years

Rivals in SUV (2025)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 20426), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Cadillac Xt4 2025. Class rank 70 of 153 in SUV 2025. Methodology · Disclosure