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2002 Cadillac Escalade repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (20%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (7%)

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2002 Cadillac Escalade repair cost distribution

$2500+ (14%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (21%)

$100 - $499 (39%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 28 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV

345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

Cadillac Escalade in Missouri, United States
Dec 2015 - Jun 2017
Nov 2016

112100 mi

US $500
air ride compressor failed. replaced air shocks with gas shocks in the rear. 
Cadillac Escalade in Georgia, United States
Jun 2015 - Jun 2016
Jun 2016

133000 mi

US $2000
Starter stop working Transmission repair not done 
Cadillac Escalade in Utah, United States
Jan 2016 - Jun 2022
Apr 2017

128000 mi

US $2500
lost reverse, rebuilt transmission. $1,400. replaced the power steering pump. 
Cadillac Escalade in Oregon, United States
May 2016 - May 2017
Aug 2016

198000 mi

US $3000
suspension replaced, AC fixed 
Cadillac Escalade in Alabama, United States
Sep 2016 - Jan 2022
May 2018

47000 mi

US $600
Ac line needed replacement 
Cadillac Escalade in Wisconsin, United States
Sep 2013 - Oct 2016
Oct 2013

117500 mi
Get truck to operating temp, start hearing knocking, had to replace the transfer case 
Cadillac Escalade in California, United States
Aug 2013 - Nov 2014
Jan 2014

117000 mi

US $100
Engine oil filter mounting bracket leak, replaced gasket. 
Mar 2014

118000 mi

US $165
Headlights dim, polished len's 
Sep 2014

122000 mi

US $2700
AWD system viscous clutch overhaul to eliminate clunking while slow turning. 
Cadillac Escalade in Georgia, United States
Feb 2010 - Sep 2014
Apr 2012

165000 mi

US $950
The front bearings was worn out. I had to replace both. 
Cadillac Escalade in New Jersey, United States
Nov 2009 - Jan 2011
Sep 2010

87000 mi

US $600
Brake hose broke while driving. Front calipers had to be replaced due to frozen bleed fittings. 
Jan 2011

US $250
Front wheel bearing failure. Second front wheel bearing failure. Passenger side front wheel bearing failure, third in a month. 
Cadillac Escalade in North Carolina, United States
Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010

95000 mi

US $181
front passager side window motor new fuel pump / new intake gaskets new fuel pump / new intake gaskets front passager side window motor new fuel filter 
Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States
Nov 2010 - Jun 2011
Apr 2011

113000 mi

US $1000
driving on state highway and engine died. called tow truck towed to mechanic shop problem diagnosed as fuel pump shop istalled new fuel pump 
May 2011

117500 mi

US $2000
worn tie rod and suspension bar wheel bearing replaced with new alignment given and tires replaced with new tires 
Cadillac Escalade in Colorado, United States
May 2011 - Dec 2014
Jun 2012

66000 mi

US $415
Starter went out; was replaced 
Jul 2012

67000 mi

US $675
AC Compressor bearing went out. Replaced AC compressor, recharged system, and replaced accessory belt. 
Nov 2012

72800 mi

US $450
The fuel pump failed. PSI was down to ~15. Had to tow to a shop. Fuel pump price was $210, labor was $240. 
May 2013

79000 mi

US $260
Front Differential was leaking. Replaced both differential seals. 
Jun 2013

79000 mi

US $80
Power steering hoses were leaking. Hoses were replaced. 

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2002 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUT

345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States
Nov 2009 - Mar 2010
Mar 2009

52000 mi

US $3500
Drivers seat rail, front differential, rear differential bearings 
Dec 2009

64000 mi

US $450
Maf replaced 

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