2005 Cadillac Escalade Cadillac Escalade 2005

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2005 Cadillac Escalade repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

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

Other (10%)

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2005 Cadillac Escalade engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (43%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Cadillac Escalade

Engine not specified

88040 mi

C $2000
Maf Sensor failed. Map sensor failed 

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2005 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.

345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

229000 mi

US $220
Oil cooler line gaskets leaking and replaced. 
252000 mi

US $400
Lifter tap in engine becoming more frequent and loud. Only suggestions were engine rebuild, using engine oil additives to hopefully quiet the tapping. 

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2005 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV

345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

135000 mi

US $600
Water pump, thermostat and belts 

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2005 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV

345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

102000 mi

US $85
Replaced oil pressure sending unit. 
74200 mi

US $785
Oil line to oil cooler leaking, requiring replacement. Mechanic indicated that this is a common problem with the style of oil lines used by GM. 
91000 mi

US $700
The water pump failed. The maintenance lead told me that this is a common occurrence for GM V8s this old and with this many miles/ 

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2005 Cadillac Escalade Engine Problems

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