2008 Cadillac Escalade Cadillac Escalade 2008

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2008 Cadillac Escalade repairs by problem area

Engine (22%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (16%)

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2008 Cadillac Escalade electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (63%)

< $100 (25%)

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2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.

403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

72000 mi

US $1600
Driver's side headlight out. New high intensity bulb didn't fix. Dealer diagnosed bad ballast due to moisture leak from crack in assembly. Replaced entire headlight assembly. 

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2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.

403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

114000 mi

US $260
Replaced both Daytime Running Lights 
128000 mi

US $350
Replaced positive battery cable from firewall to starter 
73700 mi

US $75
AC compressor seized 
104000 mi

US $300
front airbag sensor 

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2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV

403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

108000 mi

US $155
repair left front tire pressure sensor 

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2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV

403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

60000 mi

US $239
defective battery 
18000 mi Lumbar support in drivers seat quit working. New part(s) fixed the issue. 

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2008 Cadillac Escalade Electrical Problems

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