2013 Cadillac XTS Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 12%of 103 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 engine of the 2013 Cadillac XTS, 12% of the 103 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 32,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“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 miles“When the car is on idle either in park or drive, with the barake on the engine vibrates. This occurred with the AC off. I have 32k miles and I took it to my dealer in venice fl and the service rep didnt even allow it to go to the service technician. He got in the car with me and he said it was normal and recomended a fi cleaner. I am concerned that the car will hesitate and my family and I may het into an accident. I did some reasearch on line an apparently others have the same problwm but GM has no fix. Please help.”
NHTSA complaint #10864844, filed 2016-05, 32,000 miles“While traveling in parking lot, another car pulled out in front of me. As I tried to brake to avoid a collision, I noticed it was taking an inordinate amount of brake pressure to slow down vehicle. Looked at tachometer and RPM's were over 4000 in drive and not losing speed. Applied brake pressure with both feet attempting to slow vehicle down. Had to slam vehicle in neutral and tap on accelerator pedal numerous times to return engine to idle RPM's. Took vehicle to Cadillac dealer who advised computer said nothing occurred. This safety defect occurred again in april 2014 with same results. …”
NHTSA complaint #10619306, filed 2014-08, 2,000 miles“Message”stalbility track needs service” while driving, speedometer and rpm hands become unstable with lights for traction coming on. Then car shuts down with no acceleration. Have brought to GM service several times and they can’t find the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11550621, filed 2023-10, 57,868 miles“My 2013 XTS with 23,000 miles just stopped. In the middle of the road because some vent screen had a tear in it. The air blew on the engine just shut off in the middle of a 3 lane road. Everyone please be cautious there was no warning it just shuttle down.”
NHTSA complaint #10811247, filed 2015-12, 23,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11026017Jun 5, 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
- 11024485May 15, 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 11017263Mar 25, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11016942Mar 4, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 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.
- 11014233Jan 30, 2025This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This 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.
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11010490Oct 5, 2024This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
Engine: other model years
Other parts of the 2013 Cadillac XTS
41 complaintsSuspension
25 complaintsOther or unknown
13 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 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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