2013 Cadillac XTS Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 41about this part
- Share
- 40%of 103 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 65,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 41 complaints about the electrical system of the 2013 Cadillac XTS, 40% of the 103 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,500 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Radio, navigation, cd, any media connection: cannot access anything except the 5 saved stations can be accessed by the controls on the steering wheel. Power windows: on two occasions we found all four windows down and the car was locked. First time, when we returned to our vehicle in a walmart parking lot. Second time, the vehicle was parked and locked in our carport.”
NHTSA complaint #11101663, filed 2018-06, 37,500 miles“The vehicle will suddenly shut down. This happened while driving in traffic. The whole car just stopped. With no control, I was able to pull off the side of highway. The flashers was the only thing working. From time to time it would appear that the battery was dead but it was a new battery. My fear is that the the will do this on the interstate. Also, the glove compartment does not work.”
NHTSA complaint #11254250, filed 2019-09, 38,000 miles“Code; 6001 cpa cue screen does not respond to touch. I took a look on social media, and this turns out to be a very common occurance with the Cadillac! I feel general motors knew about this malfunction and a recall needs to occur asap. Also the customers that paid to have issue fixed,should be reimbursed as soon as possible! Issue happened while vehicle was moving”
NHTSA complaint #11052798, filed 2017-12, 22,000 miles“6 months after I purchased this vehicle the cue system completely stop functioning so I had that replaced at lee chevrolet costing around $1000. Now the rear shocks are stuck in the upward position causing a ride similar to a gocart. This is going to be my last repair on this vehicle then it will be no more Cadillac's for me. This vehicle only has about 80,000 miles on it so I feel GM should have a recall on these cars im sure they know about all of these issues with a car costing $50,000 plus when it was new.”
NHTSA complaint #11218198, filed 2019-06, 80,000 miles“Car lost engine power, power steering, power breaks and all electrical function except for hazard lights. This has happened 7 times and I have taken it for two repairs. I have to cruise to a stop and restart the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10916496, filed 2016-10, 30,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11017595Apr 3, 2025This service bulletin provides information on the proper Reflective High Temperature Heat and/or Insulating Tape to use for certain repairs, such as Wiring Harness Repairs.
- 11017244Mar 31, 2025The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other…
- 11017031Mar 12, 2025This service bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11011805Dec 6, 2024This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
- 11009170Oct 25, 2024This Preliminary information communicates additional information on how a LIN bus operates and diagnostic tips when working on a LIN bus.
- 11009156Oct 25, 2024This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 11008986Oct 18, 2024This Preliminary information communicates direction and examples when diagnosing multiple DTCs, one of which includes U**** Byte 71 DTC.
- 11010421Oct 3, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
Electrical system: other model years
Other parts of the 2013 Cadillac XTS
25 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsEngine
12 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsExterior lighting
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsWheels
6 complaintsSeats
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsForward collision avoidance
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Cadillac XTS
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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