2004 Cadillac XLR vs 2005 Cadillac XLR
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Cadillac XLR |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 571 | 589 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported mileage | 42,250 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac XLR | Cadillac XLR |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 11 | 13 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2004 Cadillac XLR
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.