2013 Cadillac XTS Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 6%of 103 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 57,868miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 2013 Cadillac XTS, 6% of the 103 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 57,868 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.
“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“I purchased this car used in 2/2017, great car, until it starts acting up, it doesn't matter what speed or distance you are going, all the lights start flashing and loses speed till it completely stops and will not turn back on. You unplug the battery and take all the fuses out, plug battery back in and insert all fuses and it will restart. It will leave you stranded anywhere, after a week of purchase, took it back to dealership, they supposedly worked on it, only had 30 days of warranty, a few months later started again and will randomly do it. …”
NHTSA complaint #11067283, filed 2018-02, 106,000 miles“The car shut off while I was driving mid speed. This has happened multiple times luckily I wasnt on the highway. But this has happened many times so glad no other cars hit me, or I didnt crash with my kids in the car. This is so scary and I need Cadillac to look into this issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11429696, filed 2021-08“DIC(Digital information cluster) fails to come on when I start the car. This is an electronic dashboard and also affects all the steering wheel Controls including cruise control, turning signals and heads up display.Without the system you are essentially driving blind. I notified Cadillac customer service A few months ago and they said they would replace the part but I would have to pay for the labor but they have not done so thus far. …”
NHTSA complaint #11428139, filed 2021-08Related service bulletins
- 11014171Jan 31, 2025This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
Vehicle speed control: other model years
Other parts of the 2013 Cadillac XTS
41 complaintsSuspension
25 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsEngine
12 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsExterior lighting
9 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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