Re: Cadillac XT4 Quaity

* Quality - sorry for misspelling quality in the title of a quality-related post!

 

Re: Cadillac XT4 Quaity

Only thing I have noticed so far and have a question on is when I come to a stop (like at a stop light) warm air immediately starts coming out of the A/C vents (very noticeable in Fl) and then when the car shutters (assume the engine is turning off) cooler air (not cold like when the A/C is on), starts coming out.

FYI-called up the service dept and they told me this is normal. The compressor cuts off before the engine does-hence the warm air out of the vents. Obviously can disable this "feature" if I want.

 

I test drove one just the other day with 13 miles on it and it was bucking all over the place. The Check Engine light came on along with several other check messages.

 

I do not have too much faith in these 4 cyl. engines. Seems like they are over burdening these little engines. I follow numerous forums and there are many problems with them. I have a Equinox with the v-6 and have nearly 100 k with no major problems(knock on wood). Was looking at new Equinoxes and only engine avail. is 4 cyl. Guess I will have to keep my vehicle well maintained!!

 

The new Blazer will have the V-6 as an option (Acadia, XT5 platform; just a little bigger than the Equinox) though the styling is a little Avant-guard IMO. Still, it's an option if you're looking for Chevy and not too big.

 

Yes I noticed the intro. of the Blazer again. Have owned several in the past. Wondering if they will now phase out the Traverse? Like the size and styling of Equinox but have read some horror stories about that 4 cyl. in them!

 

Trax small, Equinox compact, Blazer midsized, Traverse full sized; I think these are here to stay (maybe).

Oh, and sorry for the highjack; let me get back on topic: I think it is too early to comment on quality of the XT4 launch.

 

I bought a first year ATS (2013) and was told a lot of stuff why things worked they way it did (especially with CUE). Then I bought a 2014 ATS and discovered it had many of the same problems so I was able to say both cars have the same problem so I know it's not just my imagination or only a problem only with that car.

And no I am not buying a 2020 XT4 so I can do the same with this car.

 

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Hey Blue Cat, What did they find wrong with it?

 

I've had mine for over a month and 1200 miles. So far everything works great and we love the car. It seems to accelerate faster than my 2017 XT5.

 

I've had mine a little over a month with about 1000 miles and couldn't be happier. No issues, squeaks or creeks. Very responsive engine that seems to have more than enough power and the transmission works great. The only complaint is the brake peddle seems a little spongey. I heard that was due to a electro-mechanical system vs a regular hydraulic system. I'll update again at 10k-15K miles

 

Yes, I had car shuddering after only 1,500 miles. It was a burned out torque converter. Now have over 11,000 miles with no issues. Dealer stated it was defective torque converter requiring its replacement. There was nothing a driver could do to prevent this from happening.

 

I just bought my XT4 Sport FWD on the 24th. I drove it to NJ from South Carolina, After 3 days, My Father went into the hospital in Margate, Fl. Now I am back in South Carolina. I have 3400 miles on my XT4 with no problems. The highway mileage was 32 mpg, much better than I expected. The only negative was that in Florida with local traffic and a light every mile or two, my mileage dropped to 18 mpg. I believe it was because of the 4cylinder turbo which I believe is not that efficient at a lot of stopping and going.

I love the car, especially CarPlay, but the Nav system works very well with the Heads Up Display. I also learn all the functions of the knobs and buttons on my multiple trips.

 

I'm also just over a month with 1200 Miles.
Other than the "known" issue with the CUE climate control malfunctioning that many have reported, Loving the car, the drive, the overall ...everything!

 

I find the XT4 quality to be on par with the other Cadillac SUVs that I have owned, 3 SRXs and 2 XT5s, nothing better, nothing worse.
All had problems and all were repaired. Some times three times.

 

Both, when i fill up i do the manual calculations as well. Yes the on board is a little higher because it calculates per 50 miles driven.

 

Purchased May 2019, I have 2200 miles on my FWD Sport. I love the quality, ride, and driveability. I only use premium. I am also in Florida and average 18MPG in the city which for me is every day.

So far the only letdown has been the low city mileage. I have tried different premiums 91-94 and no difference. Its a gas hog ion the city. Haven't done much highway driving yet. In the grand scheme of things its a minor thing for this type and price of car and I give this car 8.5/10.

 

My mileage has nevet been below 27mpg, i have 5,000 miles now. Are you in touring mode? Do you have alot of quick stops and hard acceleration? I get better mileage than my 4cy escape was getting.

 

I have just purchased a new 2021 XT4 on Friday 30 October and found that the passenger side front Quarter panel need replacing as there is a defect at the edge finish during metal stamping
wondering how this can pass quality control during manufacture

 

I have reported this defect of front passenger side front fender , so far Cadillac care has been reviewing my case since November 2nd,
first solution offered was a new panel ready factory painted would be replaced, now Cadillac care want to replace defective fender with locally body shop painted,
my question is will the fender paint look the same as factory finish or will it look like a used car with different shade of paint ?
please send me your thoughts

 

I got my new 2019 about 2 months ago and I love it but, I too have a problem with the quarter panels at the headlight top where it curves and meets the sheet metal between hood and fender, on both sides the paint has chipped off exposing gray medal. I showed the dealer when I dropped off for other issues and the dabbed it with touch up paint and not very well. I'm a bit concerned.

 

Need to insist on a repaint. Touch up paint unacceptabel

 

I remember 'Crystal White Tricoat' owners had issues with 'paint defects- flaking off at edges' - is yours that color by chance? I have 'Stellar Black' - and so far nothing noticed.

 

I have crystal white Tricoat, but paint looks good so far

 

My XT4 is Red Horizon Tintcoat.

 

I have multiple paint chips around headlights. Dealer said there is not a permanent fix available but if you look at all new 2021's they have put a piece of clear rubber tape on the top of the headlight housing where the hood touches it. It doesn't look very good as the tape bunches up. See attached TSB. Everyone, look at your car closely at all seams where front end touches the rest of the car and report any issue you see where there is not a gap and reference this TSB and get it logged into your dealer system. You can also see this on car comp[laints.com Cadillac TSB 20NA074 — 2019 XT4 | CarComplaints.com

 

Thanks! I'm going to show the TSB to my dealer today. That is exactly the issue I'm having.

 

I have had my XT4 for a couple weeks. I noticed that almost the entire car had really bad orange peel and it seems the have a lot of debri in the paint. Anyone else notice this? My 2019 Jeep Wrangler had a much cleaner paint job.