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2017 Cadillac XTSRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 24 owner complaints for the 2017 Cadillac XTS. Most complaints involve electrical system (10) and suspension (3). The EPA rates it 17–22 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
17–22mpg
EPA · 5 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
24
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,850est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2017 Cadillac XTS as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

24 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2017 – Apr 2025
  1. Electrical system10
  2. Suspension3
  3. Power train2
  4. Steering2
  5. Fuel/propulsion system1
  6. Vehicle speed control1
  7. Service brakes1
  8. Exterior lighting1
  9. Visibility/wiper1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each XTS model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2013103
201450
201514
201622
201724
20180
20196
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

10 reports
“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.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 9, 2023Steering, Electrical system, Service brakesODI 11537429

Suspension

3 reports
“Rear suspension not holding air. Rear suspension went flat while driving in highway. Had to pull over due to sudden rough ride”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 10, 2023SuspensionODI 11521451

Power train

2 reports
“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.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 11, 2025Power train, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11654116
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

5 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Large Cars, Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl · 3.6L 6-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S6)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
XTS
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive
182822$2,850412
XTS AWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · All-Wheel Drive
172620$3,100439
XTS AWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
162318$3,450486
XTS Hearse
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive
152117$3,650525
XTS Limo
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive
152117$3,650525
  • XTS
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    18 city · 28 hwy · $2,850/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • XTS AWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    17 city · 26 hwy · $3,100/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • XTS AWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, Turbo
    16 city · 23 hwy · $3,450/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
  • XTS Hearse
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    15 city · 21 hwy · $3,650/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • XTS Limo
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    15 city · 21 hwy · $3,650/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Cadillac XTS 4 DR AWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
11.8%
Overall
5 / 5
Cadillac XTS 4 DR FWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
11.8%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 11036Vehicle 11035
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2017 XTS questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Cadillac XTS have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 9, 2026.

What are the most common 2017 Cadillac XTS problems?

Owners filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (10), suspension (3), power train (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2017 Cadillac XTS get?

The EPA rates the 2017 Cadillac XTS at 17–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (5 versions rated).

How safe is the 2017 Cadillac XTS?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2017 Cadillac XTS 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026