NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Cadillac XT5 Safety Ratings
The 2024 Cadillac XT5 scores 84 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 3 recalls, and 10 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
A 5 out of 5 star NHTSA overall crash rating marks a genuine strength for the 2024 Cadillac XT5. This performance contributes to its NHTSA Safety Index of 84/100, placing it in the Strong band. However, the vehicle's low sub-score in avoidance technology and three active recall campaigns are meaningful considerations for any prospective owner.
The 2024 Cadillac XT5 received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 84/100 based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 144 SUVs from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Cadillac XT5 ranks 90 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 84 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 15.1% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 10 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 90 of 144 SUVs tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Cadillac XT5?
The 2024 Cadillac XT5 is under a specific recall for a frontal air bag tear risk, a concern unique to this model year. This distinguishes its safety profile from earlier XT5 vehicles. Despite this issue, the XT5 achieves an overall 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. Its Safety Index score of 84 out of 100 places it in the Strong band, identical to the 2023 model. The vehicle's crash protection is exceptional, reflected in a sub-score of 66 out of 70. This strong passive safety performance anchors its overall index. However, a significant structural weakness appears in the avoidance technology sub-score, which stands at 2 out of 10. This indicates that while the XT5 offers robust protection in a collision, its active safety features, as assessed by the scoring framework, are a notable deficiency. The defect record sub-score of 16.25 out of 20 is respectable. This score accounts for three open recall campaigns, with the frontal air bag tear risk being the most critical for 2024 units. The strong crash protection results are a clear strength, but the frontal air bag recall and the low avoidance technology score are crucial considerations for the 2024 Cadillac XT5.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Cadillac XT5 perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Cadillac XT5 achieved an overall five-star safety rating from NHTSA. Its performance in frontal and side crash protection was exceptional, with both categories earning the highest five-star scores. The vehicle’s rollover resistance, however, was rated at four out of five stars, reflecting a 15 percent rollover risk in testing, though it did not tip in the dynamic test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19017
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Cadillac XT5 have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns cover this model year. The most safety-critical involves the driver's front air bag cushion, which may tear during deployment, a frontal air bag defect exclusive to 2024 XT5 units. A second recall addresses an instrument panel that may fail to illuminate. A third covers a windshield that may have been incorrectly assembled. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data, but the air bag campaign warrants prompt remedy verification.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL24V459000
Risk: Without the illuminated reminder, the driver could fail to turn off the lights when no longer needed. Hazard warning lights, high beams, or turn signals that remain activated unintentionally can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447940.
Reported 2024-06-20
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL24V311000
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's front air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N232439241.
Reported 2024-05-02
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD23V681000
Risk: A windshield that is not properly bonded may detach during a crash and increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the windshield and apply primer and urethane sealant. If the windshield is damaged, the dealer will replace it. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232419690.
Reported 2023-10-12
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Cadillac XT5?
Ten owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2024 XT5, including one alleged crash and one alleged injury. These are unverified consumer allegations. The most frequently cited component is the power train, with six reported allegations, followed by engine and air bag concerns, each with two reports.
10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Cadillac XT5?
A critical safety advisory accompanies the 2024 XT5: a frontal airbag recall specific to this model year. Before purchase, any prospective owner should confirm the remedy has been completed at a dealership. Running the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool is the single most important pre-purchase safety step for this vehicle.
- The frontal air bag recall is unique to 2024 XT5 units: the driver's air bag cushion may tear during deployment, and this campaign does not extend to the 2023 model year.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 is the lowest component in the 84/100 Safety Index, reflecting how active-safety features are packaged on this specific model year rather than an absence of the technology.
- The rollover sub-rating of four out of five stars, with a 15 percent rollover risk, is the only NHTSA crash-test category where the 2024 XT5 falls below a five-star result.
- Ten unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, with power train allegations accounting for six of those reports, a concentration worth monitoring as the vehicle ages on the used market.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Cadillac XT5 places
The 2024 Cadillac XT5 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Cadillac XT5 safety questions
Was the 2024 Cadillac XT5 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Cadillac XT5, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 84 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Cadillac XT5 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Cadillac XT5 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 15.1%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Cadillac XT5 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Cadillac XT5. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Cadillac XT5?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 10 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Cadillac XT5. 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 XT5 years
Rivals in SUV (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y Rwd | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Lexus Rz 450e | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2024 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19017), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Cadillac XT5 2024.
- 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 90 of 144 in the SUV class for 2024.
- 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.