2006 CADILLAC XLR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
15
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
13
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2006 CADILLAC XLR
The 2006 CADILLAC XLR has received a total of 15 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. 13 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (3 complaints), Electrical System (2 complaints), and Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2006 CADILLAC XLR
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2006 CADILLAC XLR, potentially affecting up to 4,887 vehicles.
Recall 11E009000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 4,887 vehicles affected
Defect: TI AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN FUEL PUMPS, PART NUMBERS TU456 AND TU303, SOLD UNDER VARIOUS BRAND NAMES AS AFTERMARKET AND REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE MOTOR VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MAY SEIZE, STOPPING THE FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE CREATING A STALLING CONDITION.
Consequence: A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR SHOULD THE ENGINE STALL WHILE IN USE.
Remedy: TI AUTOMOTIVE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND WILL REPLACE ANY DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP WITH A NEW OR REWORKED FUEL PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 22, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TI AUTOMOTIVE AT 1-866-867-3759 OR...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2006 CADILLAC XLR
15 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2006 CADILLAC XLR. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkagestrunk Lidlock | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebodydoor | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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
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
2006 CADILLAC XLR ROADSTER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE ELECTRIC DOOR RELEASE BUTTONS. *LD *TR
2006 CADILLAC XLR ROADSTER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE ELECTRIC DOOR RELEASE BUTTONS. *LD *TR
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.
Safety Rating for the 2006 CADILLAC XLR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2006 CADILLAC XLR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2006 CADILLAC XLR
General Motors, LLC has issued 13 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2006 CADILLAC XLR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
18-NA-099 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PIC5872 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
PIP-4832 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CADILLAC: INTERMITTENT SES LIGHT DUE TO DTCS P0068, P0101, AND/OR P1101. THIS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN A CONCERN UNTIL RECENT REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED THAT MAY HAVE AFFECTED AIR FLOW OR ECM PROGRAMMING. *PE
PIP-4542 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CADILLAC: SES LIGHT DUE TO DTC P1101; UPDATED ECM CALIBRATION FOR STS. SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE A SES LIGHT ON COLD START WITH NO ENGINE PERFORMANCE CONCERNS. UPON INSPECTION, A P1101 DTC WILL BE FOUND WITH THE TECH 2. *PE
070525002 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SHIFT PATTERN INDICATOR
INTERMITTENT SERVICE STABILITRAK AND TRACTION SYSTEM OFF MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON DIC, TRACTION CONTROL OFF INDICATOR LIGHT ON, DTC C0561 SET (REPROGRAM EBCM). *NJ
050495001 — POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
REAR WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION ON REPLACEMENT SHAFTS FOR SERVICE. *AK
050730022 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2006 MODEL YEAR 6L80 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EXCHANGE PROGRAM. *TT
709 — STRUCTURE
INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE IS TURNING PINK. GM. TECH LINK. *TT
3570A — STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
TRUNK INOPERATIVE AT TIMES. *TT
3456A — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
TCC SURGE, SHUDDER OR CHUGGLE ON LIGHT LOAD JUST AFTER TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT WITH TRANSMISSION AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE. *SC
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2006 CADILLAC XLR
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CADILLAC XLR
- 2004 CADILLAC XLR — 45 complaints
- 2005 CADILLAC XLR — 39 complaints
- 2006 CADILLAC XLR (current)
- 2007 CADILLAC XLR — 2 complaints
- 2008 CADILLAC XLR — 6 complaints
- 2009 CADILLAC XLR — 1 complaint
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