2017 Cadillac XT5 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XT5 years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4–5 out of 5 stars (varies by version)
Owners have filed 124 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Cadillac XT5. That is the most of any XT5 model year in the database (10 years). The most reported problem area is power train (26 complaints, 21%), typically at around 18,000 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 124owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 Cadillac XT5 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 26 | 21% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 26 | 21% | 13,250 | — | — |
| Engine | 24 | 19% | 13,018 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 21 | 17% | 22,727 | — | — |
| Steering | 15 | 12% | 3,200 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 11% | 8,586 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 7% | 13,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 8 | 6% | 14,250 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 4% | 18,850 | — | — |
| Suspension | 5 | 4% | 4,350 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 3% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 3% | 21,227 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2% | 33,750 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 2% | 4,000 | — | — |
| Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 2% | 250 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% | 5,125 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | 43,806 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | 66,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2017 Cadillac XT5 recalls (1)
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Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Problem: 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.
Risk: If there is a brake fluid leak, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake calipers, replacing the brake caliper assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 16096.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The problem I am having with my car is a safety issue and their is not a safety recall on my model 2017 but their is one on model 2018 with same issue as mine, the issue I have is every time I fill my gas tank full or halft tank and when I live the gas station hit the road when I stop at a red…
I bought this vehicle with 74k miles the car when cold starts well but when you start to drive and at 24 miles an hour it kicks then shutting till 30 mph then once warm the kick goes away but you feel a little kick when down shifting I contact GM about it was told no recall the previous owner said…
The thermostat quit working. I've researched this issue and have seen this is a very common issue usually occurring when the vehicle has somewhere between 45000 to 55000 miles.
I purchased the car on XXX. The car has been returned to the service department within the first 3 days. Sold to me without getting fully inspected. Service department did put new brakes and rotors on and I was told (no paperwork given to me) an oil change was done. On XXX in traffic on a dangerous…
My passenger side, dashboard bowls up in the heat and doesnât seat properly. My fear for safety is that if Iâm in an accident that airbag will not come out due to the dash bubbling because of the defect.. It seems to be an only problem with the platinum editions of the Cadillac XT5âs…
Other Cadillac XT5 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 XT5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 XT5 | 6 | 1 |
| 2024 XT5 | 10 | 3 |
| 2023 XT5 | 16 | 4 |
| 2022 XT5 | 10 | 3 |
| 2021 XT5 | 19 | 2 |
| 2020 XT5 | 23 | 5 |
| 2019 XT5 | 32 | 0 |
| 2018 XT5 | 66 | 0 |
| 2017 | 124 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Cadillac XT5?
Owners most often report power train, unknown or other, engine problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 26 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Cadillac XT5?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 Cadillac XT5 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XT5 model years, the 2017 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4–5 out of 5 stars (varies by version) overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.