2017 Cadillac Xt5 Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Cadillac Xt5.
Worst 2017 Cadillac Xt5 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Cadillac Xt5.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 23 | 1 | — | 28,362 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 22 | — | — | 19,115 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 19 | — | — | 26,751 mi | |
| Brakes | 14 | 2 | — | 12,209 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 14 | — | — | 28,709 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | 2 | — | 24,745 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 8 | — | — | 13,146 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 5 | — | — | 16,164 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | — | — | 5,932 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking Brake:Electrical | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2017 Cadillac Xt5
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~1,844 vehicles.
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?
What are common problems with the 2017 Cadillac Xt5?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Cadillac Xt5?
How safe is the 2017 Cadillac Xt5?
Does the 2017 Cadillac Xt5 have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2017 Cadillac Xt5?
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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