3.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
44,911 miles

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problem #2

Mar 042005

Escalade 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 30,000 miles
Vehicle was unable to start, and was taken to the dealer to repair the battery because it was corroded. Then, vehicle experienced the same problem for a second time, and the air conditioning was drained. Finally, the vehicle shut down and lost power while on the road. Taken to dealer for a third time for repairs.....third time dealer repaired fuel pump. After third repair traded vehicle.

- Pembroke Pines, FL, USA

problem #1

Sep 102004

Escalade 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 59,822 miles
While driving at 20 mph, the vehicle stalled. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle but was unable to do so. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic inform the driver that the battery needed to be replaced, however the problem recurred. The dealer discovered that the fuel pump was defective and caused feedback on the computer system and made it shut down blowing a fuse. The consumer replaced the vehicle and is now on the road again.

- Winston-Salem, NC, USA