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NHTSA crash test of the 2020 Cadillac Xt6

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2020 Cadillac Xt6

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

4Recalls
36Complaints
1Investigations
ABOUT THE CADILLAC XT6

The Cadillac XT6 is a three-row luxury SUV aimed squarely at buyers who want premium refinement without stepping into full-size territory. Slotting above the XT5 in Cadillac's crossover lineup, it targets families and upscale shoppers who prioritize a composed, upmarket experience. Sold in front-wheel and all-wheel drive configurations, the XT6 competes in one of the most contested segments in the American market.

VERDICT

The 2020 Cadillac Xt6 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 92 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 4 recalls 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 XT6 as a well-appointed, comfortable three-row luxury crossover that delivers a smooth and refined driving experience. Most find it competitive on interior quality and passenger comfort for its segment, though opinions vary on how much driving engagement it offers compared to some European rivals. Practicality in the third row is a point reviewers frequently address.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 15.5%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14369

Index breakdown

Crash protection66/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record16/20
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

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA22V709000

Risk: An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the coaxial cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 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 N222378380.

Reported 2022-09-22

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

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP20V639000

Risk: Insufficient fuel supply can result in an engine stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module. The recall began November 16, 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 recall is N202314760.

Reported 2020-10-15

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR20V446000

Risk: If the diffuser separates from the inflator during deployment, RRAB performance may be degraded, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect RRAB modules, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N202305380.

Reported 2020-07-30

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

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

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 11Power Train 8Back Over Prevention 7Unknown Or Other 4Engine 4Forward Collision Avoidance 3

Other Xt6 years

Rivals in SUV (2020)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 14369), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Cadillac Xt6 2020. Class rank 7 of 107 in SUV 2020. Methodology · Disclosure