In the United States, the XT5 sold 26,808 units last year and 6,275 units in the first quarter of this year, making it the second best-selling Cadillac after the Escalade, which is based on a pickup truck platform. Despite being in production for over eight years, the XT5 continues to face challenges beyond the automaker’s control.
Recall number 24V-311 affects XT5 vehicles produced between February 16 and February 26, with a potential issue with the driver’s front airbag cushion tearing upon deployment. The supplier, Joyson Safety Systems, is responsible for this recall condition.
Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Joyson Safety Systems, formerly known as Key Safety Systems, acquired the infamous Takata Corporation before being acquired by Chinese firm Ningbo Joyson. Documents from the federal watchdog reveal that a design change by JSS led to the possibility of small holes or tears in the airbag.
General Motors issued a stop-delivery order, indicating that remedy parts are currently unavailable. The 2025 Cadillac XT5, revealed by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, has yet to debut in the United States, raising questions about its design and specifications.
While the XT5’s starting price in the US market is $43,895, comparable to the Chevy Blazer and Traverse, the redesigned Traverse features a new 2.5-liter turbo I4 engine. The 2025 Cadillac XT5 for North America may adopt this engine, differing from the 2.0-liter unit used in the Chinese model.
