2013 Cadillac XTS Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 3%of 103 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 57,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the steering of the 2013 Cadillac XTS, 3% of the 103 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 57,000 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.
“The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac XTS. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned and caused the steering wheel to seize. The driver was unable to turn the steering wheel in either direction. After turning the vehicle off and restarting the engine, the vehicle operated normally. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 57,000. Consumer stated steering wheel locked up while driving. Happened twice and took the car to the dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11182576, filed 2019-02, 57,000 miles“Cadillac XTS limousine with 2,800 miles. When driving a knocking noise can be heard coming from somewhere in front end. The noise is more noticeable making turns, hitting the smallest bumps in the road, and very noticeable when easing over a train track at 2mph.”
NHTSA complaint #10909585, filed 2016-09“S10 appropriate handling- letter to the secretary from constituent re copy of a letter to the general motors company, problem with his XTS 2013 Cadillac. The consumer stated the rear heated seats turned on by themselves. Also, the steering would make a knocking sound, while parallel parking or making a sharp turn. The dealer changed the steering mechanism. However, the noise was still present. The dealer informed the consumer, the noise was normal. Updated 12/01/14.”
NHTSA complaint #10650176, filed 2014-10Related 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.
- 11017868Apr 11, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power steering noise or fluid leak concern that is caused during extremely low…
- 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…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10233331Mar 8, 2023This service bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power steering noise or fluid leak concern that is caused during extremely low…
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 2013 Cadillac XTS
41 complaintsSuspension
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 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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