Model year guide

2014 Cadillac XTS

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Cadillac XTS is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 78 on record.

2014 Cadillac XTS — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2014 Cadillac XTS at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints49
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$30,325

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 Cadillac XTS recalls 4

Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive NHTSA Campaign #14V518000 · 28/08/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured April 11, 2013, to June 27, 2013, and 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured May 13, 2013, to November 5, 2013. The affected vehicles may have left the factory with the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) set to "manufacturing mode."

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers are to reprogram the SDM to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14532.

Steering NHTSA Campaign #14V409000 · 02/07/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Improperly torqued fasteners may cause the steering intermediate shaft and the steering gear and/or the lower control arm and the lower ball joint to separate.

Fix: GM began to notify owners on June 27, 2014, and dealers will inspect the fasteners for correct torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac) or 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this reca…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #14V116000 · 17/03/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, through March 7, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a cavity plug on the brake booster pump connector may dislodge allowing corrosion of the brake booster pump relay connector.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will apply sealant to the connector cavity plugs, re-route the vacuum pump vent hose and replace the front body wiring harnesses as needed, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339. GM's number for this re…

Parking Brake NHTSA Campaign #14V541000 · 09/09/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 22, 2014, and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to September 2, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the electronic parking brake piston actuation arm may not fully retract causing the brake pads to stay partially engaged.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic parking brake software, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14471.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 Cadillac XTS common problems

Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2014 Cadillac XTS safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2014 Cadillac XTS 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2014 Cadillac XTS MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,200

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2014 Cadillac XTS worth?

Low
$17,995
Typical price
$30,325
High
$38,100

From 75 comparable 2014 Cadillac XTS listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Cadillac XTS costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,000
Fuel only$16,000
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2014 Cadillac XTS trims & engines on record

Trims
Luxury · Premium · Vsport Platinum · Platinum · Standard · Vsport Premium
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl

2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles on record

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2014 Cadillac XTS — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Cadillac XTS have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2014 Cadillac XTS. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Cadillac XTS?

Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, electrical system, service brakes.

What is the 2014 Cadillac XTS safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2014 Cadillac XTS an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2014 Cadillac XTS get?

The 2014 Cadillac XTS has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (18 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2014 Cadillac XTS worth?

Comparable 2014 Cadillac XTS listings run roughly $17,995–$38,100, typically around $30,325 (from 75 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.