Seats Problems of Cadillac XT5

Cadillac XT5 owners have reported 5 seats related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common seats problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's seats (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Seats related problems of Cadillac XT5

Problem Category Number of Problems
Seats problems
5

Seats problem #1

The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac Xt5. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop light, the front driver's side seat independently moved forward and backward. The contact stated that the driver's side rearview mirror independently folded inwards. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was persistent and scary. The contact stated that during the failure, the driver's seat independently moved forward, and the contact was pushed up to the dashboard. The contact stated that when the front driver's seat independently moved backwards, the contact was pushed to the rear of the vehicle, and the foot failed to remain on the brake pedal. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Seats problem #2

Passenger side seat bolts attaching seat to frame loosened and seat began to rock.

Seats problem #3

Tech pulled seat cover and found the seat heater had gotten too hot and cooked the heater element, cushion, and seat cover.

Seats problem #4

Tl-the contact owns a 2017 cadiallc Xt5. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds,over bumps there was an abnormal squeaking noise detected from the front end. There was an abnormal squeaking and growling noise detected from the driver and passenger seats. The driver's seat is thin and appears to have a hole. The traction control warning indicator light was illuminated. Additionally, there was an vibration in the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken several times to integrity Cadillac 6025 International dr, chattanooga, TN 37421 (423) 954-7632 where diagnosed the passenger seat, and strut needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however the failure persisted. The manufacturer was contacted who stated the vehicle was not covered under warranty. The failure mileage was 5,500. Ap.

Seats problem #5

When taking turns, either left for right, the driver seat makes clicking noises and there is a feel of the seat shifting to the side. This is very prevalent when going thru round abouts. At times when the vehicle is parked and driver reaching to close driver door the same problem is apparent.



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