2017 CADILLAC XTS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
33
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
24
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2017 CADILLAC XTS
The 2017 CADILLAC XTS has received a total of 33 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. 24 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (10 complaints), Unknown Or Other (8 complaints), and Suspension (3 complaints).
Recalls for the 2017 CADILLAC XTS
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 CADILLAC XTS. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2017 CADILLAC XTS
33 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 CADILLAC XTS. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
In 2019, GM released service bulletin 18-NA-358 that confirms the company's knowledge of of defective parts in transmissions. I have a 2017 Cadillac XTS experiencing these symptoms and GM should be responsible for parts failing due to metal shavings. This needs to be a recall. The transmissions are not getting gas, shuddering, and stalling when accelerating. This shuddering has almost caused me to be in many accidents. The vehicle owner should not be responsible for replacing expensive parts and entire transmissions due to metal shavings stalling transmissions.
In 2019, GM released service bulletin 18-NA-358 that confirms the company's knowledge of of defective parts in transmissions. I have a 2017 Cadillac XTS experiencing these symptoms and GM should be responsible for parts failing due to metal shavings. This needs to be a recall. The transmissions are not getting gas, shuddering, and stalling when accelerating. This shuddering has almost caused me to be in many accidents. The vehicle owner should not be responsible for replacing expensive parts and entire transmissions due to metal shavings stalling transmissions.
The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck, and the vehicle accelerated excessively. The contact stated that the failure had occurred several times. The contact stated that the failure occurred once while the contact was driving in a shopping store parking lot and the vehicle crashed into five staged shopping carts. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The vehicle was inspected by an inspector sent by the manufacturer; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Numerous problems for a year have been: engine dies while driving, car totally dead with new battery, display partially black randomly or totally black along with radio display black, park assist is turned off. Headlights turn off and on by themselves; The latest is driving up a hill @ 25 mph, the steering wheel jerked hard to the right at 2 different times. Had I not had a solid grip on the wheel, it would have taken down a 500 foot drop and we wouldn't be here today. This last episode is the first time their OBD was able to read anything. It read "no communication to steering, no communication to brakes, radio, dash display" and other no communications. This car is unsafe to drive and should be recalled or taken off the road. It has been to 2 dealerships and so far have not identified anything that gives me faith in the reliability in the vehicle.
Numerous problems for a year have been: engine dies while driving, car totally dead with new battery, display partially black randomly or totally black along with radio display black, park assist is turned off. Headlights turn off and on by themselves; The latest is driving up a hill @ 25 mph, the steering wheel jerked hard to the right at 2 different times. Had I not had a solid grip on the wheel, it would have taken down a 500 foot drop and we wouldn't be here today. This last episode is the first time their OBD was able to read anything. It read "no communication to steering, no communication to brakes, radio, dash display" and other no communications. This car is unsafe to drive and should be recalled or taken off the road. It has been to 2 dealerships and so far have not identified anything that gives me faith in the reliability in the vehicle.
Safety Rating for the 2017 CADILLAC XTS
The 2017 CADILLAC XTS received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2017 CADILLAC XTS
General Motors, LLC has issued 24 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2017 CADILLAC XTS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIC6123G — FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician for the adaptive cruise control or lane keep assist unavailable message in the driver?s information center after the vehicle has been parked in direct sunlight and high ambient temperatures. The cameras electronic control unit?s internal operating temperature range is -40 degrees...
PIC6048N — AIR BAGS
This Preliminary Information communicates to the technician that some customers may comment on the operation of their haptic seat during a Lane Keep Assist event. Lane Keep Assist works differently than Lane Departure Warning. The Lane Keep Assist icon is solid amber, Forward Camera Module is actively commanding a torque to...
17NA040 — BACK OVER PREVENTION
This service bulletin provides a procedure to correct a condition of Brake Squeal or Squeak Noise Intermittently on Initial Brake Applies.
18NA201 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to seal the bedplate bolt #621 if found the cause of the oil leak.
17NA040 — SERVICE BRAKES
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct a condition of Brake Squeal or Squeak Noise Intermittently on Initial Brake Applies.
PIC6013E — BACK OVER PREVENTION
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a "ADAPTIVE CRUISE TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE" message on the Driver Information Center when attempting to activate the cruise. Technician will need to perform a Multi Axis Sensor yaw rate sensor learn procedure. If needed, also perform the Long...
PIC6086E — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with steps to resolve the issue of an oily substance that may be found on the inside windshield surface, and appears to be leaking from the rear view mirror area. Technician will remove the moisture sensor and clean the glass and mounting bracket...
PIC6315D — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that in the radio settings some of the vehicle personalization selections within the Comfort and Convenience menu are missing at times. Technician will need to perform a scan for Diagnostic Trouble Codes. Technician will need to follow published Service...
17NA406 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to install washers at the front differential mounts to change the angle of the differential and correct driveline vibration under heavy accel.
PIC5815C — SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have sit lower at being parked for several days. It is important to note that, under normal conditions, it is typical and acceptable for the air suspension system to drop slightly over time. Dealers can remind customers...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2017 CADILLAC XTS
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CADILLAC XTS
- 2013 CADILLAC XTS — 145 complaints
- 2014 CADILLAC XTS — 70 complaints
- 2015 CADILLAC XTS — 17 complaints
- 2016 CADILLAC XTS — 25 complaints
- 2017 CADILLAC XTS (current)
- 2018 CADILLAC XTS — 7 complaints
- 2019 CADILLAC XTS — 7 complaints
- 2020 CADILLAC XTS — 0 complaints
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