2018 Cadillac XT5 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 18%of 66 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 32,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the steering of the 2018 Cadillac XT5, 18% of the 66 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 32,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When I get on the freeway and go around 68 mph my vehicle starts shaking and I constantly get a stabilitrak message that flashes on and off. I have to hold the steering will tight because it swerves a little and had to start driving away from cars. I took it to get the wheels balanced and it still does the same thing. The mechanic from the dealer ship I purchased the vehicle from said he could not find anything wrong with it.”
NHTSA complaint #11441811, filed 2021-11“Dash alert: Steering Assist is ResucedDrive with Care I see this is a current problem with the 2018 Cadillac XT5 but my VIN doesn’t seem to be included. Please investigate why mine would not be included if I suddenly have the same issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11559499, filed 2023-12“Check engine light sensor came on in mid-May which is the result of a faulty thermostat, also triggering a Steering Assist is Reduced message on the dashboard which I consider to be a safety issue. This is a known and common problem for this make, year and model and the cost to fix the problem is very expensive. This issue has been reported by many Cadillac owners on their forum. My mechanic confirmed the problem with the thermostat caused the steering assist is reduced message, along with the air conditioning malfunctioning.”
NHTSA complaint #11740245, filed 2026-05“From the time I purchased my vehicle their was a popping noise when I turn steering wheel I purchased at carmax and took it back two or three times they said nothing was wrong..I took.it to sewell Cadillac they said nothing was wrong..if I'm not mistaken I took to sterling Cadillac they said nothing was wrong.my last oil change was at sterling Cadillac in bryan tx a few weeks to a month ago now they tell me im im danger and they now hear the noise and says its my steering column and needs to be repaired immediately..they are now concerned since my car no longer has a warranty..I took my car…”
NHTSA complaint #11535878, filed 2023-08“Message on dashboard steering assistance reduced drive with caution . Messages appeared April 2025 and July 2025. Previously electric module needed to be replaced. Steering message caused me to be very cautious. Radiator had to be replaced because of leak. Both issues repaired at dealership. Vehicle has less than 40,000 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #11674072, filed 2025-07Related service bulletins
- 11019516Apr 17, 2025This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11014577Feb 18, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 2018 Cadillac XT5
15 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsTires
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 Cadillac XT5
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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