2023 Cadillac XT6 Safety Ratings

The 2023 Cadillac XT6's Safety Index of 86 out of 100 marks a notable six-point decrease from the 2022 model year's 92 out of 100 Exceptional rating. This decline warrants close inspection. The vehicle maintains a very strong crash-protection sub-score of 66 out of 70. Its defect record sub-score of 17.5 out of 20 reflects a limited recall footprint of two campaigns. The primary factor in the overall Index reduction is the avoidance-tech sub-score, which stands at just 2 out of 10. Forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems are listed as Standard and Optional, rather than standard across all trims, which affects credit in our scoring. Electronic stability control is fully standard. The two recall campaigns for this model year are not flagged for high severity. One recall addresses the automatic transmission across a broad GM platform, and the other concerns a certification label. Both represent open safety actions that require resolution by owners, particularly those in the used market. Additionally, 13 owner allegations have been reported. These include one alleged crash and primarily cluster around the Power Train, aligning with the transmission recall. While unverified, these complaints indicate potential areas of concern. Overall, the 2023 XT6 demonstrates strong performance in crash tests, with its year-over-year Index reduction stemming from gaps in avoidance technology configuration, not from a decline in structural protection.