2020 Cadillac XT4 recalls and problems

5 recalls and 18 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Cadillac XT4.

5
recalls
18
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2020 Cadillac XT4 recalls

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 22V868000 · reported November 23, 2022 · General Motors, LLC · 10,199 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cadillac XT4 vehicles equipped with the optional Surround Vision feature. The video processing module (VPM) may lose communication with the rearview camera, causing a loss of the rearview camera image.
The risk
Failure of the rearview camera image to display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the VPM software or replace the VPM, as necessary, free of charge. An interim owner notification letter informing owners of the safety defect was mailed January 17, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222373320. .

Seat belts: rear/other, retractor · Seat belts: critical fasteners

NHTSA campaign 21V649000 · reported August 20, 2021 · General Motors, LLC · 402 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.
The risk
An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212333380.

Tires

NHTSA campaign 21V115000 · reported February 25, 2021 · General Motors, LLC · 33,838 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
The risk
Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. 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 N212329050.

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 20V668000 · reported October 29, 2020 · General Motors LLC · 194,105 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
The 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.
The fix
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 recall is N202313440.

Service brakes

NHTSA campaign 20V588000 · reported September 24, 2020 · General Motors LLC · 3,677 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.
The risk
If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 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 A202307260.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 3, 2026 · Unknown or other

A PROBLEM WITH SOMETHING INTERNAL CAUSING THE HAZARD LIGHTS TO COME ON WHEN THE CAR IS NOT TURNED ON. REPEATED ATTEMPTS TO TURN THE HAZARD LIGHTS OFF DON'T WORK. THEY STAY ON AND DO NOT STOP UNTIL THE BATTERY WAS TOTALLY DEAD. I DON'T KNOW WHICH SYSTEMS ARE AFFECTED OR TRIGGER THE HAZARD LIGHTS TO COME ON. AAA WAS…

Jul 6, 2026 · Service brakes

Brakes feel squishy again, feels like it won’t stop, vehicle leak, tpms light on

Nov 25, 2025 · Fuel system, gasoline · 56,400 miles

The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac XT4. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone, where it was diagnosed and determined that the EVAP pump (Evaporative Emissions System) was leaking. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or to an…

Sep 30, 2025 · Electrical system

Rear camera/360 camera works intermittently. Vehicle has been recalled for this exact problem and was taken to dealership for correction. Camera became inoperative again and a camera replacement was paid for out of pocket around early 2025. 6 months later, the issue has started again and camera is inoperative when…

May 18, 2025 · Service brakes

MY ABS & STABILITY TRACK SYSTEM IS MALFUNCTIONING WHICH ALMOST CAUSED ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE. I HEARD THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE 2019 & 2020 BRAKING SYSTEM. I FOUND THAT INFO ONLINE AFTER DOING A SEARCH

XT4 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2019 32210
2020 51801
2021 11210
2022 1400
2023 01200

Across all years, the 2024 XT4 has the most complaints (33). All Cadillac XT4 years →

Questions

Does the 2020 Cadillac XT4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2020 Cadillac XT4, the most recent reported on November 23, 2022 (Back over prevention: sensing system, camera). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Cadillac XT4?
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (5 complaints), followed by engine (4).
How many 2020 Cadillac XT4 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 18 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 3, 2026.