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Cadillac Escalade
Data refreshed July 19, 2026
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Complaints
1,648
Active records
Recalls
59
Active records
TSBs
5,349
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
10
Injuries
115
Crashes
88
Fires
50
Top reported issues — Cadillac Escalade
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Operating state
Condition issue
Reporting mechanism
Engine behavior
Safety restraint issue
Performance issue
Noise
Braking behavior
Driver assistance issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Vibration/harshness
Thermal issue
Fluid issue
Electrical issue
Steering behavior
Safety restraint behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Access/entry issue
Lighting behavior
Starting behavior
Infotainment behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Smell
HVAC behavior
Recent change
Communication/network issue
Wiper/washer behavior
Electrified system issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Filed Jul 15, 2026
My vehicle was inspected as part of the 6.2 engine recall and passed. 3 months later the engine stopped. Had to get towed and get a new engine
2016 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Filed Jul 13, 2026
The first engine failure occurred while my vehicle remained under warranty. While driving with my children and a couple of her teammates to an AAU tournament in [XXX], the vehicle just began emitting white smoke. We pulled to a gas station and were stranded until we could arrange transportation for the 7 of us. It was a good thing that we left a day early or the girls would not have made it to their game. Upon towing the vehicle back to the shop in [XXX], I was informed that one of the…
2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Filed Jul 13, 2026
2023 Cadillac Escalade Sport Platinum with 6.2L L87 V8 suffered catastrophic engine failure on 6/20/2026 at approximately 38,658 miles. Vehicle had GM recall N252494000 performed at Coulter Cadillac in Phoenix, AZ on 12/3/2025. Engine reportedly passed GM recall inspection and received oil-related remedy rather than engine replacement. Approximately six months later, while driving on I-17 near Black Canyon City, AZ at highway speed on a 75 mph interstate, the engine suddenly shut down with no…
2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Filed Jul 13, 2026
Accelerated onto a 4-lane major highway and lost most engine power and many warning lights came on. I lost most vehicle power merging onto a 4 lane highway around other vehicles. I was able to get the car stopped car safely on side of the road and cut off for one minute. There was a noticeable rattlling noise in the engine compartment and severly reduced power. No lights regarding engine were previously available. Got the vehicle to dealer service center. Below is their report. engine misfire…
2017 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Filed Jul 12, 2026
The transmission gear make noise when the gear shift and the engine have loud noise tick tick inside the engine . I’m feel not safe to drive and feel very stressful of my car .i can’t sleep due to car not safe drive
2026 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Filed Jul 11, 2026
Complete engine failure at 7000 miles.
2015 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Filed Jul 9, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while driving through a conveyor car wash with child occupants in the rear seats, the vehicle was placed in neutral (N). The vehicle was then shifted into drive (D) as instructed but accelerated independently. The contact added that the vehicle barely made a left turn exiting the car wash bay, nearly colliding with a wall and a car wash door. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to slow down. The contact…
2022 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Filed Jul 4, 2026
I have a 2022 Escalade with 98,000 miles at 70,000 miles I complained about engine and transmission issues On June 14 I lost my transmission I brought it to the dealer and they diagnosed it as a valve body failure Valve number 6 stuck and binding Unfortunately I inquired about the special coverage and my vin is not in the special Recall This problem extends beyond what gm is saying
2022 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Filed Jul 2, 2026
I purchased a 2022 Cadillac Escalade from Carvana. The vehicle was represented as having only minor prior damage, but after taking possession I discovered evidence indicating that it had sustained significantly more extensive damage than was disclosed. Based on subsequent inspections, I believe the vehicle was not in a safe condition when it was sold to me. The primary components involved include the vehicle's structural/body integrity and suspension/alignment systems, as well as other…
2024 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Filed Jul 1, 2026
After accelerating from a stop sign to about 60mph on a 2 lane road, the engine shut off and the vehicle changed to neutral. I had to glide the truck down the road and off to the side. Vehicle would not start and had to be towed to a Cadillac dealership on a flatbed.