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2017 Cadillac XT5. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 1,800 and 22,000 miles. Median 10,000, from 54 complaints with a mileage.
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 19% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 19% |
| Brakes | 17% |
| Electrical | 12% |
| Speed control | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
16V802000 Nov 2016 Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Foundation Components / Disc / Caliper
Defect. 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.
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.
Manufacturer communications 1335
Cadillac filed 1335 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- This informational bulletin provides information internal engine noise or damage after oil…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac XT5 SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Cadillac XT5 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto (S8) | FWD | 19 / 27 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto (S8) | AWD | 18 / 26 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
YouTube repair topics
200 videos about the 2017–2025 Cadillac XT5, 9.0M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Oil changes & service | 6 | 270K |
| Timing chain & engine | 5 | 223K |
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 6 | 117K |
| Heat, A/C & blend door | 2 | 111K |
| Death wobble & steering | 1 | 101K |
| Intake, EGR & engine sensors | 1 | 31K |
| No-start: theft light, key & ignition | 1 | 10K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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