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2017 Cadillac XT5 vs 2017 Jeep Cherokee

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2017 Cadillac XT52017 Jeep Cherokee
NHTSA complaints1211,325
Recall campaigns16
Service bulletins (TSBs)1,332257
Investigations01
Crash reports624
Fire reports06
NCAP overall rating4/5
EPA MPG (combined)21–2223–25
Median reported mileage16,750 mi41,109 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentCadillac XT5Jeep Cherokee
Power Train25641
Electrical System21341
Engine23256
Service Brakes1455
Vehicle Speed Control960
Steering1545
Electronic Stability Control (esc)442
Air Bags426

Symptoms owners describe

Check engine light1055
Stalling9110
Vibration / shaking626
Loss of power053
Electrical failures036
Oil consumption024
Won’t start016
Shifting problems016

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.