10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 1
Average Mileage:
67,226 miles

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problem #9

Dec 272018

Escalade ESV

  • 70,000 miles
Faulty bearings on camshaft failing causing inadequate oil pressure resulting in "limp mode", subsequently leading to engine failure and illumination of stabilitrak, ABS and parking assist icons. "limp mode" cuts engine off and driver loses ability to control the vehicle, 1 fatality and 3 injuries have resulted because of this.

- Ontario, OR, USA

problem #8

Sep 162018

Escalade ESV

  • 160,000 miles
I have the "service traction control", "stabilitrak", "low oil pressure" lights keep coming on and engine is consuming quite a large amount of oil and is now knocking. After eliminating other areas, the mechanic has came to a conclusion that the knocking is from the result of a faulty push rod. I believe that I am the 3rd owner of the vehicle and the vehicle currently has 160,000+ miles. I am a [xxx] driver with 4 juvenile children and use the Cadillac primarily for family trips as I have a company vehicle to commute to and from work. Some of the reviews that I have read about the engine say that the engine is designed for high performance and longevity. And even though the miles that are currently getting high, I don't think that this engine has achieved it. The warning lights that I have listed have only came on when the vehicle was in motion. Parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Red Lake, MN, USA

problem #7

May 012018

Escalade ESV

  • 125,000 miles
Takata recall. Service stabilatrak check engine code P011 had everything done and now dealer says must replace engine. I have replaced camshaft crankshaft and also the S noses. Still P011 code!!this is a major issue with this model car oil presses issues. There needs to be a recall on this vehicle!!I received a recall notice for the air bag in September 2016 I have been in contact with the dealer and have no parts to the recall yet almost 2 years

- Upper Chichester, PA, USA

problem #6

May 272016

Escalade ESV

  • miles
Airbags have been recalled and we have been unable to get it fixed at the dealership as they continue to tell us that there is no fix. We can not sell the vehicle as their is an active recall on it currently and we can not drive it as it doesn't feel safe.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #5

Feb 042017

Escalade ESV

  • 30 miles
Stalling some times in stop sign or red light no codes stabilytrak on and off

- West Point, NE, USA

problem #4

Jul 272015

Escalade ESV

  • 127,000 miles
Check engine, service traction control, stablilink and low oil pressure lights keep coming on. Dealer has had the truck trying to correct (or chase)the problem. They still are coming on. Dealer says it maybe the motor

- Clinton, MD, USA

problem #3

Dec 012015

Escalade ESV

  • 120,000 miles
At cruising speeds the vehicle will display service stabilitrack, turn off the traction control, and reducing engine power. Not allowing you to go faster the 15 mph. This happens on any road way.

- Loxahatchee, FL, USA

problem #2

Dec 222006

Escalade ESV

  • 1 miles
I just like inform to whom it may concern I am owner of cadilac Escalade esv that I bought brand new back in December of 2006, I would like to explain that this was by far my worst experience with any car that I have ever bought in my life in one year time the car sat at the dealer more than 3 months for many issues and defects and when I mean many I mean over 80 issues with the car and most important these cars have major defect on their bakes I had almost a serious accident when the two front calipers brakes failed and the was only 6 months in my hand since then it has had other brake failures and many other defects including wire harness to catch on fire this car is ticking time bomb waiting for something else to go wrong I am very disappointed with GM the manufacturer of Cadillac until today from day one it has had dead battery if you let it sit for more then 3 days from day one including engine light also from day one that they never were able to fix I am sorry to say this but these cars or very unsafe so body should talk to the manufacturer to fix these serious issues some body can get hurt from these problems thank you for your time.

- Bloomfield, NJ, USA

problem #1

Nov 032007

Escalade ESV

  • 3,000 miles
The vehicle in question is a 2007 Cadillac Escalade esv. This vehicle has been in the shop 26 times in 10 months for multiple electrical problems and has had numerous replacement parts installed. The vehicle has had electrical problems causing engine failure while driving, navigation failure while driving, motorized gas and brake pedal movement while driving, fuel tank electrical issues, all of which has created unsafe situations for my wife and children riding in the vehicle. The vehicle is undependable due to numerous electrical issues. I have tried to work with Cadillac for a replacement with no successes. If we continue to drive this vehicle as directed by Cadillac, it is just a matter of time before an injury or death occurs. The entire electrical system needs to be looked at for the entire Cadillac line as there are numerous complaints regarding electrical issues with this brand.

- Deridder, LA, USA