Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Cadillac XT5. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Front Brake Calipers may Leak Brake Fluid
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- If there is a brake fluid leak, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. 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.
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Owner complaints (124)
124 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 124 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 26 | 21% |
| Unknown or other | 26 | 21% |
| Engine | 24 | 19.4% |
| Electrical system | 21 | 16.9% |
| Service brakes | 15 | 12.1% |
| Steering | 15 | 12.1% |
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | 7.3% |
| Wheels | 8 | 6.5% |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 4% |
| Suspension | 5 | 4% |
How 2017 compares with other XT5 years
Best and worst XT5 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 124 | 1 |
| 2018 | 66 | 0 |
| 2019 | 32 | 0 |
| 2020 | 23 | 5 |
| 2021 | 17 | 2 |
| 2022 | 10 | 3 |
| 2023 | 15 | 4 |
| 2024 | 10 | 3 |
| 2025 | 6 | 1 |
| 2026 | 1 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2017 Cadillac XT5 suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 22 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,050
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 395 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 22 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,050 | 395 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,200 | 419 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2017 XT5 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2017 Cadillac XT5 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2017 Cadillac XT5 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 16V802000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2017 Cadillac XT5 problems?
Owners filed 124 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (26), Unknown or other (26), Engine (24) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2017 Cadillac XT5 get?
EPA rates the 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 19 city, 27 highway and 22 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2017 Cadillac XT5 get?
NHTSA rated the 2017 Cadillac XT5 suv fwd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (16.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2017 XT5 compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Cadillac XT5 model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (17) and the 2017 the most (124). The 2017 drew 124. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.