Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Cadillac xt5. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the driver's seat made a snapping and crackling noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the seat frame was replaced; however the failure recurred. In addition the contact stated that the rear passenger wheel made a knocking noise when the vehicle drove over a bump or making turns. The vehicle was taken to the…
2017 Cadillac XT5 wheels problems
moderate 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $400 · see wheels across all vehicles →
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$400
When does it fail?
Of the 6 wheels complaints filed for the 2017 Cadillac XT5, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA wheels complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 9 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Excessive tire wear. Starting at 17,500 miles all four tires were worn to 4/32". Now at 20,000 miles tires are worn to 3/32 and 4/32. Tires are worn evenly and have been rotated at dealer with service records to support. Dealer told me that the xt5 tires are only lasting 25,000 miles max. I was the third complaint of the day at 1:00 the last time I spoke to the dealer. Tire manufacturer…
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Common questions
How serious is the wheels problem on the 2017 Cadillac XT5?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 6 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $400 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the wheels typically fail?
Based on the 6 complaints filed, wheels issues most often appear around 15,770 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $400 for wheels repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to wheels?
No active recalls currently cover wheels issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Cadillac/XT5.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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