Recall 24V459 affects 6,942 2023-2025 Cadillac XT5 and XT6 vehicles for instrument-panel lights that fail to illuminate. Free dealer software repair once available.
Cadillac is recalling 6,942 2023-2025 XT5 and XT6 vehicles because the instrument panel reminder can fail to light up when the hazard warning lights, high beams, or turn signals are activated. Without that reminder, drivers can leave those lights on unintentionally, confusing other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash; the Cadillac dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The instrument cluster on affected 2023-2025 Cadillac XT5 and XT6 vehicles is the display assembly in the instrument panel. It gives the driver visual information from the vehicle, including the display in the center portion of the panel and the indicator lights tied to hazard warning lights, high beams, and turn signals.
The problem is in the instrument cluster software. A software defect can make the center display turn off unexpectedly, and the instrument panel can fail to illuminate when those lighting controls are activated. That means the driver loses the normal visual confirmation that the display and those indicators are working.
The warning sign is visible from the driver's seat. Drivers can notice that the display in the center portion of the instrument panel is blank. If that happens, use that exact description when calling the Cadillac dealer: the center instrument panel display went blank.
Who's affected?
Covers XT5 and XT6 SUVs across the 2023-2025 model years, all using the same instrument-panel assembly.
| 2023 Cadillac XT5 | instrument panel |
|---|---|
| 2025 Cadillac XT6 | instrument panel |
| 2024 Cadillac XT6 | instrument panel |
| 2025 Cadillac XT5 | instrument panel |
| 2024 Cadillac XT5 | instrument panel |
| Units affected | 6,942 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 195 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A blank center instrument panel display can leave the driver without the illuminated reminder for hazard lights, high beams, or turn signals. Lights left on by mistake can confuse other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. If the display is blank, schedule service and use extra care with exterior light controls. Repair will be free at any franchised Cadillac dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2025 Cadillac XT5 or XT6 is included in this recall.
- Wait for Cadillac's repair notice before scheduling the software update.
- Contact a franchised Cadillac dealer and ask when the free instrument-panel software update that restores the light reminders is open for your VIN.
- Bring the owner letter if Cadillac mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V459 when you call.
- Check the hazard warning lights, high beams, and turn signals after each use until the software update is complete.
What happens at the repair
Cadillac has not opened the final dealer remedy yet. Once it is available, a Cadillac technician will update the instrument panel software so the display illuminates with the hazard warning lights, high beams, and turn signals. The recall repair will be free, with labor and the software update covered. GM's general reimbursement plan is on file. If you already paid for a related instrument panel software repair, ask Cadillac customer service or the service desk how to submit documentation for reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 20, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 20, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| June 20, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 13, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V459?
Recall 24V459 covers 6,942 2023-2025 Cadillac XT5 and XT6 vehicles with instrument panel software that does not illuminate certain reminders for hazard lights, high beams, or turn signals. Cadillac dealers will update the instrument panel software for free once the repair is available.
What should I do if my 2023-2025 Cadillac XT5 or XT6 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 24V459. If it is, contact a franchised Cadillac dealer and ask when the instrument panel software update can be completed. Reference recall 24V459 or GM recall number N242447940 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Cadillac dealers will update the instrument panel software free of charge, including parts and labor, once the recall repair is open for your VIN.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is that the driver can leave hazard lights, high beams, or turn signals on without the proper illuminated reminder. Those lights left on unintentionally can confuse other drivers and raise crash risk. The dealer software update corrects the instrument panel reminder issue.
When were owner letters mailed for recall 24V459?
Cadillac mailed owner notification letters on August 13, 2024. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific XT5 or XT6 is included before calling a Cadillac dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V459000 |
|---|---|
| Cadillac customer service | 1-800-458-8006 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V459 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V459000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →