Structure Problems of Cadillac XLR

Cadillac XLR owners have reported 25 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Structure related problems of Cadillac XLR

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
19
Structure problems
4
Door problems
1
Roof And Pillar problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of Cadillac XLR

The Body problem

The roof panel that was only attached with adhesive has detached from the frame of the car. This has also caused the retractable convertible top to stop working. I have read about the roof of many of these cars flying off while driving down the road.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac Xlr. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, there was an abnormal sound like a shotgun being fired overhead. The contact pulled over and observed that the retractable fiberglass roof panel had detached from the frame of the vehicle.   Read details...

The Door problem

2006 Cadillac Xlr roadster. Consumer writes in regards to defective electric door release buttons.   Read details...

The Roof And Pillar problem

Tl the contact owns a 2005 Cadillac Xlr. While driving more than 40 mph, the contact heard a loud noise where the windshield met the roof of the vehicle. The noise was so loud that the contact could not drive on the highway due to the distraction.   Read details...




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