2017 Cadillac Xt5
Safety Score
73
Average
Recalls
1
Complaints
50
NCAP Stars
—
Recalls (1)
| Date | NHTSA ID | Component | Units | Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-11-04 | 16V802000 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER | 1,844 | — | Details |
Owner Complaints (showing up to 50)
| Date | Component | Crash | Injuries | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-01 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | No | 0 | I had to replace the thermostat which is a well known, documented defect/issue for this vehicle/Cadillac. I would like … |
| 2026-02-25 | VISIBILITY/WIPER | No | 0 | While driving down the freeway at approx. 65 miles per hour, I heard a very loud sound like an explosion, or a huge bal… |
| 2026-02-09 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | No | 0 | I purchased this used car in the end of July 2025. Within the last month the service transmission light came on. Within… |
| 2025-10-27 | ENGINE | No | 0 | Catalytic Converter on my 2017 XT5 had weld crack Oct 2025. Causing loud noise and exhaust to enter cabin of vehicle. T… |
| 2025-09-17 | AIR BAGS | No | 0 | 9/17/25 I purchased 2017 Cadillac Xt5 platinum from a dealership. It came with a dash mat which was concealing cosmetic… |
| 2025-08-28 | ENGINE | No | 0 | An issue is pipe cracking at the left catalytic converter mounting flange weld, causing exhaust noise, odor, and potent… |
| 2025-06-23 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | No | 0 | There is an open service bulletin on my car - 17128 Potential Loss of HVAC Control. This loss of control affects the de… |
| 2025-05-19 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | No | 0 | Steering reduced assist drive with care on the dash board . It states drive with caution not sure if this is dangerous … |
| 2025-03-20 | POWER TRAIN | No | 0 | I have a 2017 Cadillac xt5 which the transmission is kicking and has a shattering issue car was just over the warranty … |
| 2024-12-26 | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | No | 0 | While driving my vehicle, alert popped up on my dash stating "Steering Assist is Reduced Drive with Care" futhermore a… |
| 2024-12-20 | WHEELS | No | 0 | The tire air pressure gage on the dash is steadily illuminated but there is nothing wrong w the air in the tire. |
| 2024-11-18 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | No | 0 | I keep getting Steering assistance is reduced Drive with care” message. I got it scanned a couple of times through mech… |
| 2024-11-11 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | No | 0 | My 2017 XT5 has a joy stick issue that at times has trouble going into gear. Service transmission warning comes on the… |
| 2024-11-04 | STEERING | No | 0 | “Steering assistance is reduced Drive with care” message while driving. Engine light appeared |
| 2024-10-07 | SEAT BELTS | Yes | 1 | i was involved in a front end collision with a car that pulled out in front of me without looking. I ended up T-boning … |
| 2024-10-01 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | No | 0 | In 2021, I took my car into a GM facility to be repaired bc the A/C kept going in and out. Car was under warranty, howe… |
| 2024-09-25 | STEERING | No | 0 | Our XT5 began getting 'Steering Assist Reduced' message about a year ago. It comes and goes , coming more often now. Th… |
| 2024-09-16 | ENGINE | No | 0 | This model Cadillac XT5 has early failures of engine cooling systems thermostats. The thermostat sticks open causing l… |
| 2024-09-01 | POWER TRAIN | No | 0 | First it was adaptive shifting three days after having it, then it was the thermostat, now it’s needing a new right rea… |
| 2024-05-23 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | No | 0 | My car has been in and out of the dealership since [XXX] All the lights come on ( check engine, ABS ,the message reads… |
| 2024-05-22 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | No | 0 | ECM- engine system. Diagnostic code P26C8. Chassis Control Module Requested Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illumination. Th… |
| 2024-05-20 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | No | 0 | At approximately [XXX] on [XXX] ,2024 I was at the intersection of [XXX] when my vehicle stopped running completely. … |
| 2023-12-28 | STEERING | No | 0 | Message Displayed on 2017 Cadillac XT-5 "Steering Assist is Reduced - Drive With Care". No check engine light, and no a… |
| 2023-12-14 | ENGINE | No | 0 | The thermostat is malfunctioning. Vehicle has less than 50,000 miles. Driving vehicle and dash warning" STEERING ASSI… |
| 2023-12-01 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | No | 0 | My car is it lifts up and down it goes up and down and it looks like it changes in model like it gets wider or somethin… |
| 2023-11-25 | STEERING | No | 0 | Message Powersteering Assist is reduced. This could cause steering problems and a potential collision. Cause is due … |
| 2023-10-12 | STEERING | No | 0 | The power assist steering goes out and you have to manually try to steer the car the part that has to be replaced is th… |
| 2023-08-10 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | No | 0 | Vehicle completely shut off while crossing over a four lane highway to enter a shopping center. Safety could have been… |
| 2023-08-02 | POWER TRAIN | No | 0 | When you put the car in gear it jumps. now leaking transmission fluid, and transmission needs to be replaced. This has… |
| 2023-08-01 | POWER TRAIN | No | 0 | When you put the car in park, reverse, drive it jumps forward or back. |
| 2023-04-01 | POWER TRAIN | No | 0 | Thermostat gets stuck, gives a steering wheel assist alert. Ac not working and motor sounds like it is in overdrive. En… |
| 2023-03-08 | STEERING | No | 0 | THE 2017 CADILLAC XT5 HAS A DEFECTIVE THERMOSTAT, WHICH SENDS A FALSE SIGNAL THAT THE ENGINE IS OVERHEATING. THEREFORE,… |
| 2023-03-06 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | No | 0 | While driving my Cadillac XT5 on the busy highway during the early afternoon, without warning the sunroof glass made a … |
| 2023-02-01 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | No | 0 | While driving the vehicle started to accelerate in its own. There was nothing obstructing the pedal. I could press down… |
| 2023-01-17 | SERVICE BRAKES | No | 0 | The thermostat has malfunctioned twice in 2 years. Driving vehicle and dash warning" STEERING ASSIST IS REDUCED DRIVE W… |
| 2023-01-01 | STEERING | No | 0 | The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at approximately 50 MPH, th… |
| 2022-12-01 | STEERING | No | 0 | Check engine code p0128. driver assistance, air conditioning and steering affect. |
| 2022-09-21 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | No | 0 | The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated while driving 60-65 MPH with her granddaughter seated in the r… |
| 2022-09-05 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | No | 0 | The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle overheated and… |
| 2022-08-08 | SERVICE BRAKES | No | 0 | To recall department, I purchased the above car in Jan 2021 since that time I had to take this car in for repairs 3 t… |
| 2022-06-21 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | No | 0 | The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that the rear passenger's side brake line was fractured. The v… |
| 2022-06-16 | SERVICE BRAKES | No | 0 | Since 6/2022 and again 7/2022, 10/25/22 1/31/23 Constantly stating service error codes for stabiltrak, antilock brakes… |
| 2022-05-06 | PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL | No | 0 | The vehicle's park brake system failed to actuate resulting in unsafe parking of vehicle on hills/slopes. The service … |
| 2022-05-01 | POWER TRAIN | No | 0 | The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to accel… |
| 2022-01-01 | SUSPENSION | No | 0 | The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnor… |
| 2021-12-20 | ENGINE | No | 0 | engine light comes on, brake assist service light comes on when transmission idles down at stop signs, stabilitrak serv… |
| 2021-12-01 | POWER TRAIN | No | 0 | The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle the gear shifter would not shi… |
| 2021-11-14 | AIR BAGS | No | 0 | Body Issue- Left and Right Front Doors of Vehicle air popping and Grinding when opened. No Damage or Accidents have occ… |
| 2021-07-28 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | No | 0 | XT5 bumper-to-bumper warranty expired on 6-1-21. Both key fobs suddenly quit working on 7-17-21. Took to dealer 7-21-21… |
| 2021-07-21 | SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC | Yes | 0 | The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 MPH, the engine made a grinding… |