2017 Cadillac Xt5 Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Cadillac Xt5.

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Complaints
181
Crashes
10
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2017 Cadillac Xt5 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#123 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:28,362 mi
Crash-related:1
#222 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:19,115 mi
#319 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:26,751 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Cadillac Xt5.

Transmission / Drivetrain
23
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
28,362
Engine Problems
22
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
19,115
Electrical Faults
19
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
26,751
Brakes
14
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
12,209
Steering Defects
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
28,709
Unintended Acceleration
9
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
24,745
Wheel Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
13,146
Headlight/Taillight Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
16,164
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
5,932
Electronic Stability Control
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking Brake:Electrical
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Electric
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2017 Cadillac Xt5

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~1,844 vehicles.

16V802000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
~1,844 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2017 Cadillac XT5 vehicles manufactured April 16, 2016, to May 9, 2016, and 2017 GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured April 19, 2016, to April 22, 2016. The front brake calipers may have a torn or misaligned caliper piston seal which may allow brake fluid to leak.

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2017 Cadillac Xt5 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2017 Cadillac Xt5 reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2017 Cadillac Xt5 has 181 NHTSA complaints, 10 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 23 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Cadillac Xt5?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (23 complaints, avg 28,362 mi); Engine Problems (22 complaints, avg 19,115 mi); Electrical Faults (19 complaints, avg 26,751 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Cadillac Xt5?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 21,784 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Cadillac Xt5?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Cadillac Xt5 include 10 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2017 Cadillac Xt5 have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 1,844 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2017 Cadillac Xt5?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2017 Cadillac Xt5 shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Cadillac Xt5 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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