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2006 Cadillac XLR recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2006 Cadillac XLR, but owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
9
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2006 Cadillac XLR vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Cadillac XLR problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train3
Electrical System2
Visibility1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Steering1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Unknown or Other1
Equipment1
Tires1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Wheels1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Trunk Lid › Lock — 1
  • Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist System — 1
  • Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 1
  • Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. — 1
  • Structure › Body › Door — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 44,600 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Cadillac XLR complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · at 44,600 miles · reported Mar 8, 2021
Driving at 45mph then the car surged to the left. I got control then in service stable traction warning and traction control off light appeared
Power Train · at 44,600 miles · reported Mar 8, 2021
Driving at steady 45 MPH then the rear of the car surged sharply to the left.I gained control but the the service stabletrak warning and the traction control off light came one
Electrical System · reported Nov 28, 2016
The monitors do not report when the battery is going dead. As a result I was trapped in my car for two hours because of a dead battery. There are no safety features that allowed me to open the door. I was in my driveway and luckily after screaming at a guest of my neighbors, my neighbor came over and jump my battery and I was able to open the door. The dead battery was unable to detect the fob.
Wheels · at 108,000 miles · reported Apr 17, 2016
I replaced my front hubs on 12/29/2015 and less then 4 months later they needed replacing again. Is their a manufacturer defect in the hubs and what would be the cause of the failure..
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 45,000 miles · reported Feb 3, 2015
Gas tank leak - strong gas/fuel odor/smell coming from inside and outside the vehicle. Check engine light coming on (Dating back to 2009; was told then by cadillac service advisor that my gas cap was loose). Problem has gotten worse over time to the point where I can no longer park the car in my garage or ride in the vehicle without windows rolled down. This week I took the vehicle back in for service and was told there was a leak at the top of the fuel tank where it connects to the fuel pump. That leak was allowing fuel and vapor to escape from the top of the tank. The service advisor said he…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Cadillac XLR have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2006 Cadillac XLR as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Cadillac XLR?

Owners report power train problems most often (3 reports), followed by electrical system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 44,600 miles.

Are Cadillac recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cadillac dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.