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2013 Cadillac XTS

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

5

4 current

Combined

11.3L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,503

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2014380 · manufacturer campaign 14471

9 September 2014

Transport Canada lists: XTS 2013–2015 · Impala 2014–2015

What is wrong

Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 135 - Brake Systems. The electronic parking brake may not fully release, which could cause the brakes to drag. In this condition, the parking brake indicator also may not illuminate even though the parking brake is engaged, contrary to the requirements of the standard. Brake drag could affect vehicle acceleration and cause undesired deceleration, excessive brake heat, and premature wear to some brake components. If the brake drag is significant or if the vehicle is operated for an extended period of time in this condition, there is a potential for the rear brakes to generate significant heat, smoke and sparks.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will update the electronic parking brake software.

6,137 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2014082 · manufacturer campaign 14062

18 March 2014

Transport Canada lists: XTS 2013–2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a buildup of pressure in the brake booster pump wiring harness could dislodge sealing plugs from an electrical connector and allow contaminates to enter the brake booster pump relay connector. This could result in corrosion and cause a short in the connector, potentially resulting in a fire and increasing the risk of injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will affect repairs.

1,469 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2013356 · manufacturer campaign 13158

16 October 2013

Transport Canada lists: Ats 2013 · XTS 2013 · Impala 2014 · Sonic 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the brake lamps could flash intermittently without the brake pedal being depressed. This would convey a confusing message to following road users who, in turn, may not react in a timely manner when the driver does apply the brakes. As such, this could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module. Note: This recall supersedes 2013-176.

1,140 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2012367 · manufacturer campaign 12258

29 October 2012

Transport Canada lists: XTS 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rear seat headrest mechanisms may not lock in the upright position after the headrests are folded. Failure of the headrests to remain in the upright position could increase the seat occupant’s risk of personal injury during a crash.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the rear seat headrest assemblies.

181 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr
1 replaced by later campaigns

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2013176 · manufacturer campaign 13158

24 May 2013

Replaced: This recall has been replaced by a later campaign. Check the newer one — the repair may have changed.

Transport Canada lists: Ats 2013 · XTS 2013 · Impala 2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the brake lamps could flash intermittently without the brake pedal being depressed. This would convey a confusing message to following road users who, in turn, may not react in a timely manner when the driver does apply the brakes. As such, this could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module.

118 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSuperseded

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Full-size
In its class
More efficient than 62% of 81 2013 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
260 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2013 Cadillac XTS have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 5 recalls on record for the 2013 Cadillac XTS, of which 4 are current and 1 has been replaced by later campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2013 Cadillac XTS get?
NRCan rates the 2013 Cadillac XTS at 11.3 L/100 km combined, emitting 260 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 2 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2013 Cadillac XTS for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,503 in fuel, producing roughly 5,221 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.