SN74LVC2G17: If powering the SN74LVC2G17 from 5.0V, can a 3.3V logic signal reliably work?

 I am looking for a Schmitt trigger buffer device with 2 channels which can handle 3.3V logic inputs and give 5V logic outputs with no error.

According to the datasheet for the SN74LVC2G17 dual Schmitt trigger buffer, when powered at a 5V level (datasheet only shows 4.5V and 5.5V VCC) the maximum possible threshold for a logic input HIGH signal is 3.7V. This would mean that a 3.3V microcontroller using this as an output buffer would not be able to create a HIGH logic signal.

1. How often does this maximum value occur versus the typical value?

2. What are the exact MIN, TYP, and MAX values for VCC = 5.0V?