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Cadillac Escalade ESV

Data refreshed September 6, 2026

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Complaints

517

Active records

Recalls

42

Active records

TSBs

4,290

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

1

Injuries

33

Crashes

26

Fires

8

Top reported issues — Cadillac Escalade ESV

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Operating state

208

Condition issue

136

Engine behavior

129

Performance issue

105

Reporting mechanism

100

Noise

88

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

49

Driver assistance issue

42

Vibration/harshness

41

Braking behavior

37

Safety restraint issue

37

Fluid issue

33

Thermal issue

26

Electrical issue

20

Recent change

19

Starting behavior

19

Powering on/off behavior

16

Access/entry issue

15

Steering behavior

14

Safety restraint behavior

12

HVAC behavior

10

Infotainment behavior

10

Lighting behavior

7

Ride/handling behavior

7

Smell

3

Communication/network issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2022 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Sep 2, 2026


The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly loss power and was unable to exceed 30 MPH. The engine was knocking prior to the vehicle losing power. The failure was a recurring failure. The dealer was contacted and diagnosed the vehicle with catastrophic engine failure. The dealer waiting for parts to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.

2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Sep 2, 2026


Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, I am writing to report a serious vehicle safety concern involving my 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The vehicle is currently displaying the following warning messages: Service Leveling System Vehicle Too Low, Drive with Caution In addition, the vehicle is visibly sitting lower than normal, indicating a potential suspension system failure. On September 20, 2023, NHTSA announced Recall Campaign Number 23V642000 related to improperly…

2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Sep 1, 2026


The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and while idling, the engine was shaking, the vehicle stalled, and the vehicle lost power. The contact restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with battery failure. The failure reoccurred, and the vehicle was returned to the dealer and was repaired…

2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Aug 31, 2026


The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving and accelerating, the vehicle stalled and jolted forward. Additionally, while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle lost automotive power with the check engine warning light flashing on and off. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed; however, the contact was informed that no cause for the failures was found. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…

2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Aug 30, 2026


The engine is knocking between 10-30 mph and over 50 mph. The forward collision light lights up. This is the third time this has happened. I am very concern it will stall on me at high speeds

2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Aug 30, 2026


While driving out of state the engine started knocking- I took it to the dealer before it left me stranded on the road. I was told the engine had failed and needed to be replaced.

2024 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Aug 29, 2026


The Forward Collision Warning system will shut off while driving and an error message will appear. Also, the entire dashboard and radio goes blank and restarts while driving. Also, the backup camera often does not work, instead of an image the screen will flash purple then go black without any image at all. We have brought the car in multiple times for repair, the dealer has had the car for well over a month and it is still not repaired.

2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Aug 28, 2026


•Purchased the 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV Premium Luxury on XXX, at roughly 68,000 miles. •Within roughly 300 miles of ownership, the 6.2L engine suffered a catastrophic failure involving a rod and ultimately required a complete engine replacement by GM. •The incident involved a loss of propulsion while the vehicle was being driven, making the event more significant than an ordinary mechanical repair. •The incident occurred while transferring from the XXX North to the [XXX] on the turn with 7…

2026 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Aug 28, 2026


At 9,000 miles the engine on my 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV started knocking and the dealership replaced it. They did not provide a loaner or a rental vehicle for the time the vehicle was at the shop. After the replacement, the new engine sounds the same and will probably needs replacing as well. After the fix I started getting electrical issues my rear right signal and taillight started acting up. Sometimes the rear signal doesn't work and another times the rear right taillight would stay on…

2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Filed Aug 27, 2026


I had two issues while the car was still under warranty one occasion while driving on a road the engine failed during my trip and I was stranded on the side of the road had to get it towed to the dealer. Second time. I was pulling out of the grocery store and my vehicle lost power as well so on two occasions while driving my car lost power while being in use. I cannot remember the exact date, but I believe it was between 2023 and 2025 for both incidents

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Updated September 6, 2026. Refreshed nightly.