2017 Cadillac XT5
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 124
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 2017
None on file
21% of complaints
Complaints per year
2017: 124 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 124 |
| 2018 | 66 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2025 | 6 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
21% · 26 reportsMost commonly citing control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XT5. While the contact's wife was driving at a low rate of speed, the vehicle shut off without warning. After restarting the vehicle, it shut off yet again.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-12-23
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
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...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-19
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-21
Also filed under Electrical system
Engine
19% · 24 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-28
Electrical system
17% · 21 reportsMost commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Service brakes
13% · 16 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
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Brakes failed. Coming to a stop sign on cr 13, brake pedal went to the floor. Brakes did not slow or stop the car at all. Pumped the brakes 3 or 4 times, no braking. Went thru stop sign hitting another vehicle. Air bags did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-22
Steering
12% · 15 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Message Powersteering Assist is reduced. This could cause steering problems and a potential collision. Cause is due to failure of thermostat design and insta llation. Believe an investigation is possibly warranted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-29
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-12-12Service brakes, hydraulic16V802000 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.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Cadillac XT5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 26 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 24 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 21 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V802000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 2017 Cadillac XT5 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Cadillac XT5?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Cadillac XT5 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.