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Cadillac Escalade repairs by problem area
Engine (18%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)
Brakes and Traction Control (10%)
Suspension and Steering (16%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (10%)
Chart based on 249 repairs.
Cadillac Escalade repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (12%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (34%)
Chart based on 201 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2018 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
420-horsepower 6.2L V8 10-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| Cadillac Escalade in Oregon, United States Dec 2017 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Feb 2018300 mi | locks and mirrors and sunroof werent working correctly | ||
| Dec 202137000 mi | new navigation screen needed | ||
| Jun 202243000 miUS $200 | NEW BATTERY NEEDED | ||
2016 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.
420-horsepower 6.2L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| Cadillac Escalade in Ontario, Canada Jun 2017 - Jan 2022 | |||
| May 201816740 mi | Rattled in rear, was sway bar links. Covered under warranty. | ||
2016 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
420-horsepower 6.2L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| Cadillac Escalade in Oregon, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Mar 201811000 mi | sunroof weatherstripping came unglued. | ||
2015 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.
420-horsepower 6.2L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
| Cadillac Escalade in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2017 - Feb 2020 | |||
| Jan 201868000 miUS $112 | Drivers seat has a clunk under it when cornering. They told me it needed shims for the clunk (which needed to be ordered). And the Air bag light comes on all the time. The airbag system needs new connecters under the seat (which also has to be ordered. | ||
2014 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Florida, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Nov 201640295 mi | WARRANTY REPLACEMENT - water was getting in and staying in the blinker lamp . The whole thing was replaced. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in California, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Apr 201766000 miUS $300 | maintenance service | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Indiana, United States Sep 2017 - Mar 2022 | |||
| Oct 201759800 mi | Front left caliper sticking and causing shudder when applying brakes. Bled brake line through bleeder valve and used siphon to remove excess brake fluid that dealer added to reservoir prior to purchase. Dealer was notified prior to repair and inspected but technician did not notice overfilled reservoir. | ||
| Dec 201764000 miUS $4976 | Replaced flexible brake line going to caliper due to shuddering and overheating of rotor. Slide pins checked out okay before warranty repair. Passenger side exterior mirror does not dim, and backup tilt function indicates the motor plastic gear is stripped. Entire mirror assembly replaced. CD / DVD player disc error occurs no matter what disc is entered. Entire head unit was replaced. Front struts leaking oil, replaced both struts with new. Alignment performed after front struts replaced. | ||
| Jan 201865560 miUS $100 | Dealer replaced brake caliper on driver left front due to persisting issue with brake shudder. Front piston on caliper was inspected by myself before returning to dealer and found to be sticking. Swapped brake pads front left to right in anticipation of replacing pads and rotors as recommended by dealer on last trip. Pads and rotors are not covered on the comprehensive warranty and are considered wear items. | ||
| Mar 201868300 miUS $9 | Replaced front sway bar links, noted popping noise front passenger front when backing up and turning. Corrected issue. | ||
| May 201871331 miUS $14 | Repaired rear defroster connection passenger side with silver adhesive | ||
| Aug 201877704 miUS $100 | Dealer verified customer concern, noise in both front wheel hubs, replaced. Warranty paid $1,141.36 for dealer time and materials. | ||
| Nov 201882403 miUS $166 | Replaced front sway bar links with custom parts from Amazon and McMaster Carr. Occasional popping noise from front end of vehicle attributed to old and worn end links. Replaced water pump for what I thought was squeaking bearing, turns out it was the serpentine belt squeaking. | ||
| Dec 201882934 mi | Dealer found all 3 trans cooler lines leaking. Replaced lines and refilled transmission fluid. Warranty paid $489.34 for dealer time and materials. Dealer found left front axle seal leaking. Replaced seal and refilled gear oil. Warranty paid $379.75 for dealer time and materials. | ||
| Sep 2019102876 miUS $75 | Replaced front sway bar and bushings, new Ebay and Amazon parts. Original sway bar was bent. | ||
| Feb 2021134419 miUS $66 | Replaced pads; Right front slide pin stuck and needs replaced with boot. | ||
| Mar 2021135442 miUS $90 | Replaced front slide pins and boots, rear boots only. Rear slide pins still good shape. Topped off coolant in reservoir. No visible leaks any where. Replace positive and negative battery cable. Prior issue with BCM fault for low voltage. | ||
| Jun 2021142397 miUS $55 | Replaced spark plugs and wires w/ heat shield sleeves Replaced outer tie rods. Due to occasional front end popping from front right while turning sharp in reverse. Did not solve noise issue. | ||
2013 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Missouri, United States May 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Jun 201540000 mi | 3rd row seat track/frame was bent. replaced under warranty passenger window motor replaced | ||
| Oct 201545000 mi | P0455 Code - Dealer replaced gas cap | ||
| Jun 201659000 miUS $465 | steering wheel sensor failed and kept activating the traction control system warning light Code thrown "Service Tire Monitoring System" - steering wheel sensor replaced | ||
| Dec 201669000 miUS $350 | Idler pulley replaced w new drive belt | ||
| Nov 201790281 miUS $1900 | Front/rear shocks, Front struts, right front lower ball joint | ||
| Jun 2021157508 miUS $275 | LF ball joint replaced | ||
| Jun 2022167994 miUS $580 | left front hub/wheel bearing replaced | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in California, United States Dec 2014 - Mar 2018 | |||
| May 201539300 mi | Right rear DVD screen didn't tilt as designed. | ||
| Sep 201545000 mi | Chime on left door lower window molding was discolored. | ||
| Aug 201664600 mi | Collapsed Lifter | ||
| Oct 201790000 mi | Broken motor mount | ||
| Nov 201793000 miUS $300 | Needed rear pads and rotors turned Rear brakes squealing at low speed of <5 MPH | ||
2012 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUT
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Indiana, United States Aug 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Dec 201671000 miUS $975 | Computer controlling rear suspension failed | ||
| Apr 201777000 miUS $550 | Replaced wiring harness and electric latch for driver's side control of power running board. | ||
| May 201890000 miUS $25 | Left rear backup light failed and was replaced. | ||
2011 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in New Jersey, United States Oct 2020 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Feb 2020100000 miUS $100 | Heater core hose broken. | ||
| Mar 2020100000 miUS $400 | Severe noise [wheel bearings] Ball joins. all 4 control arms | ||
| May 202098000 miUS $1200 | Front struts. | ||
| Jun 202098000 miUS $500 | Rear Electronic Magnetic shocks | ||
| Jan 2022118000 miUS $500 | Rusted leaking Power steering pump, replacement and Rusted leaking Power steering high pressure hose. | ||
| Jun 2022120000 miUS $300 | misfire | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2015 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Feb 201654000 mi | Clunk in drivetrain when accelerating. Dealer found a Broken left motor mount. The part was replaced which corrected the problem. | ||
2010 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Colorado, United States Feb 2017 - Mar 2021 | |||
| Mar 2017106000 miUS $120 | Brake light switch/sensor failed, causing cruise control to not function | ||
| Dec 2017109000 miUS $3850 | Active Fuel Management (AFM) includes lifters that "lock" via oil pressure. This is also called "cylinder deactivation". One of these lifters failed and resulted in the entire top end of the motor having to be removed to replace all the lifters (thankfully, the cam was OK). | ||
| Mar 2018110000 miUS $500 | Front struts (Magnetic Ride Control) | ||
2010 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Indiana, United States Nov 2016 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Apr 2022170000 miUS $160 | Front pads and rotors Replace oil sending unit Replace O2 sensor | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Utah, United States Dec 2013 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Dec 201548000 mi | Battery Replaced | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in New York, United States Dec 2010 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Jan 201146000 mi | Exterior, passenger side door handle inexplicably broke where it connects to the door. | ||
2009 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in New Hampshire, United States Feb 2013 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Sep 201356000 mi | Transmission "Hunting" between 2nd and 3rd driving slow. Drive "Normal" you wouldn't notice it. Dealer test drove with no issues. No codes. Called Cadillac and found Service Bulletin for seal repair. Works better than new now. | ||
| May 201667000 miUS $600 | Brakes were pulsating. Had new cross drilled rotors and premium pads installed because of the weight of the truck wasn't working with standard brakes. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in British Columbia, Canada May 2015 - May 2021 | |||
| Aug 201898580 miC $300 | Replaced ride height compressor | ||
2009 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States Jun 2013 - Dec 2013 | |||
| Jul 201366000 miUS $190 | cv joint master seal was leaking. replaced. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States Aug 2010 - Nov 2011 | |||
| Mar 201026000 mi | Replaced both sunvisors due to covering coming loose, replaced rear window due to bad defroster lines in glass, repaired sqeaky driver's door and console. | ||
| Nov 201033600 miUS $770 | Brakes were wore down to the metal backing plates in rear. Rear calipers needed rebuilding. | ||
2009 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
332-horsepower 6.0L V8 Hybrid 4-speed 2-mode automatic 4WD w/low range
| Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States Aug 2009 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Jul 20095000 mi | Driver side mirror motor rough on closing. | ||
| Sep 201024000 mi | The design of the quick-release battery cable clip is a problem. Worked itself loose and the car battery would not recharge or start. AAA guy said he sees it on all Cadillac Escalades. He overtightened cable to keep it from reoccurring. | ||
| Dec 201132000 mi | Service airbag warning indicator | ||
| Jan 201329300 mi | Air bag warning service light kept coming on. | ||
| Jul 201343300 miUS $200 | Car refused to start and wouldn't jump start w AAA. AAA said battery fine. When ignition turned warnings to check various systems flashed on readout. Dealer says battery bad. I doubt the problem solved. | ||
2008 Cadillac Escalade
Engine not specified
| Cadillac Escalade in Indiana, United States Dec 2013 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Oct 201473000 mi | car was bouncing when it went over bumps | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2009 - Feb 2010 | |||
| Jan 201027000 mi | Drivers side door handle broke off from the door leaving only one bolt holding it on. Chrome strip on the passenger side door was pulling away. | ||
2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Kansas, United States Oct 2015 - Nov 2016 | |||
| Nov 2016138000 miUS $1300 | Hard jerk at acceleration | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Oklahoma, United States Jun 2015 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Jul 201672000 miUS $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. | ||
2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Florida, United States Jun 2017 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Aug 2017218000 miUS $200 | Upper control arm bushings wore out Could not alignment Replaced bushings drivers side | ||
| Jan 2018221000 miUS $180 | Reduce power on display Troubleshooting found throttle position Sensor bad on engine bad replaced And also replaced pedal by wire Inside truck Disconnected battery and let it set And reset ecm for 10 minutes All codes cleared Truck reset and recycled the a/c system Per manual instructions from hot temperature to cold setting Everything works as a new truck With both sensors replaced | ||
| Jul 2018228000 miUS $180 | Airbag service light on display Troubleshooting found code BO103 Sensor on passenger side in front Of radiator is bad Ordered new sensor from gmpartsonline.net Had dealer install new passenger side Sensor fixed problem Airbag display cleared | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Illinois, United States Dec 2016 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Mar 2017114000 miUS $260 | Replaced both Daytime Running Lights | ||
| May 2017116000 miUS $430 | Replaced plugs and plug wires to combat rough idle | ||
| Sep 2017123000 miUS $180 | Oil pressure sensor due to CEL. Helped with rough idle, but I still experienced the rough idle off and on after that fix. I never replaced the coil packs, but that would have been the next on the list of replacement parts to throw at it as no repair shop could ever diagnose the problem 100% and mostly I just drove the truck and let it sputter when it felt it needed to. | ||
| Jan 2018127000 miUS $1891 | Chrome wheels leaking air. Corrosion on inside of wheels inside tire not repairable Replaced front brake pads and front rotors | ||
| Mar 2018128000 miUS $350 | Replaced positive battery cable from firewall to starter | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Connecticut, United States Nov 2011 - Apr 2015 | |||
| Jul 201397800 miUS $400 | Exhaust leak. Engine mount replacement. | ||
| Dec 2013104000 miUS $300 | front airbag sensor | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Minnesota, United States Jan 2012 - Feb 2012 | |||
| Feb 201260000 miUS $190 | Replace passenger side exterior door handle. Handle was hanging from one rivet, the other rivet had broken. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in New York, United States Dec 2014 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Dec 2015129000 miUS $1600 | The wheel bearings rotors , and brakes | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States Jan 2012 - Nov 2014 | |||
| Feb 201241500 mi | Transmission mounts Door trim and badges faded clear coat peeling Oil pan leak Rear shock failure | ||
| May 201473700 miUS $75 | AC compressor seized | ||
| Nov 201478000 mi | Rear shock failure. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2011 - Oct 2011 | |||
| Jul 201167000 mi | Burning smell coming from the front drivers tire. Found to be the caliper sticking, got so hot it cracked the brand new brake pad. Replaced brake pad and caliper. Problem resolved. Passenger front door handle broke. Almost coming off completely. 2 weeks later the drivers side rear door handle also broke. Replaced both door handles, problem resolved. | ||
2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac Escalade in California, United States Apr 2010 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Dec 201062000 mi | Transmission slipping, leak | ||
| Dec 201173000 miUS $50 | Loose exterior door handle | ||
| Feb 2015106000 miUS $200 | Smog Sensor | ||
| May 2015108000 miUS $155 | repair left front tire pressure sensor | ||
2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in California, United States Jul 2011 - Aug 2013 | |||
| Aug 201118000 mi | Lumbar support in drivers seat quit working. New part(s) fixed the issue. Rear exterior door handle came loose (plastic). Door handle replaced. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in New York, United States Sep 2014 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Mar 201660000 miUS $239 | defective battery | ||
| Dec 201766000 miUS $600 | Left front wheel making a grinding noise found wheel bearing was wore replaced | ||
2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in North Carolina, United States Jun 2015 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Jul 2016160000 miUS $600 | Fuel Pump | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Michigan, United States Aug 2011 - Aug 2014 | |||
| Sep 201279000 miUS $575 | Replaced leaking oil pan. | ||
| Jun 2014100000 miUS $1200 | Dealer indicated CV boot had failed and grease released under vehicle. Rear window had to be replaced because rear defogger tabs failed | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Louisiana, United States Feb 2010 - Aug 2016 | |||
| Mar 201038000 miUS $600 | Metal pipe between radiator and rear heater leaked, causing car to overheat. Spent $600 on emergency temporary repair and towing, and dealer replaced under warranty. | ||
| Jun 201038000 mi | door handle came loose | ||
| Nov 201045000 mi | passenger side rear door handle was falling off | ||
| Jan 201148000 miUS $1200 | Chrome wheel leaking air, started 6 months ago. Dealer did minor scraping/sealing to stop air leak. Started leaking again and ruined the tire. Dealer said wheel had excessive wear, replaced wheel, I bought new tires. | ||
| Apr 201260000 miUS $180 | Once again I had to replace the battery. This car eats batteries, as this is the 4th battery. | ||
| Jun 201261000 miUS $1360 | replaced all wheels - I had replaced one wheel previously and a second wheel had been worked on twice to prevent leaks. The chrome wheels are very poor quality | ||
| Aug 201264500 miUS $200 | driver's side door handle is falling off. This is the 3rd door handle to fall off | ||
| Jan 201359800 miUS $480 | Master cylinder failed | ||
| Jul 201378000 miUS $700 | a/c was leaking coolant chemical. Had to seal and recharge | ||
| Jul 201597000 miUS $1350 | $700 AC repair Heated front seats Cruise control Rear window defrost | ||
| Apr 201699300 mi | Repair heated seats front passenger seat will not adjust failure of heated steering wheel | ||
| Aug 2016101000 miUS $1000 | Sold car, AC not working well. Heated steering wheel no longer working. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Arizona, United States Aug 2008 - Oct 2011 | |||
| Jun 201147000 mi | The car drove fine and there was no warning light, but the monthly OnStar report showed a possible issue with the transmission control module. The dealer reprogrammed the TCM. | ||
2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Oregon, United States Sep 2017 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Sep 201799000 miUS $350 | Drivers door and RR passenger door both had to have door handles replaced. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States Dec 2011 - Mar 2012 | |||
| Jan 2012US $100 | Exterior door handles are made of really low quality plastic that tend to break easily. I have replaced 3 already. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Florida, United States Apr 2012 - Aug 2014 | |||
| Sep 201267000 mi | Trim around window on passenger door was warped causing wind noise. | ||
| Jul 201380800 mi | Black trim under the window. Just clearcoat finish from sun damage. | ||
| Oct 201385800 miUS $500 | Engine mount crushed. Needed to be replaced Driver's side door handle broke | ||
2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Idaho, United States Aug 2011 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Oct 201181500 miUS $550 | Fixed faulty drivers side seat warmer. Fixed faulty drivers outside door handle. Tires have bad chrome rims causing constant air loss. Dealer added nitrogen to solve problem but did not work. Cost $100+ Fixed faulty drivers side seat warmer. Fixed faulty drivers outside door handle. | ||
| Mar 2013104000 mi | Tires have bad chrome rims causing constant air loss. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Ohio, United States Jan 2011 - May 2011 | |||
| May 201139000 mi | Worst car I ever had except for a new 1986 Ford Aerostar. From A/C buttons popping off to repeat liftgate probs, to running board motors, to active suspension shocks to rapping valves when cold etc etc. A nightmare. Bought a new Tahoe LTZ. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Connecticut, United States Apr 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Dec 200924000 mi | electical wire connecting rear defroster on rear glass panel on driver side detached from glass. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Washington, United States Aug 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Dec 200823000 mi | Torn seat cover. Wind noise coming from drivers door. | ||
| Jan 200925000 mi | Wind noise....parts ordered and replaced at a second trip. | ||
| Mar 201044000 mi | Replaced heated seat module on passenger side. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in New York, United States Feb 2010 - Nov 2012 | |||
| Mar 201014000 mi | Had to bring car in 3 times for suspension issues. 1st two times were to replace the front passsenger side suspension as it would squeak terribly. Last repair was for the rear automatic leveling air suspension that failed to work, notified by light. | ||
| Aug 201228600 mi | Rear Auto-Leveling air suspension components needed to be replaced as they were displaying error messages. | ||
2006 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Ohio, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jul 201083000 miUS $775 | Had to replace a front axle seal (it was leaking) and had both differentials flushed along with 4 wheel drive maintenance service. | ||
| Feb 201192000 miUS $118 | Cd player was totally replaced earlier, but same problem returned. It was repaired under warranty. Also has some regular maintenance work done - oil change, rotation/balance. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Oregon, United States Oct 2013 - Nov 2013 | |||
| Nov 2013102000 miUS $2600 | rebuild the rear end | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in North Carolina, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2014 | |||
| Apr 2013126700 miUS $2000 | Transmission was slipping for about a month - then totally stopped working and would not take any gear. Had transmission rebuilt. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Washington, United States Jul 2014 - Jan 2022 | |||
| Aug 2014109800 miUS $2047 | Piston locked up damaging rotor. Was due for brake job but ended up with 4 new rotors, 4 new calipers, brakes and complete fluid flush. | ||
| Sep 2015117000 miUS $650 | Various lights had gone black on the steering wheel controls and the headlights control. Units still worked and no problem with driving at night, but the loss of illumination would make it hard for a new person. All fixed. | ||
| Jun 2017137000 miUS $1106 | Seals in AWD system were leaking. had to have them replaced and overall maintenance on the system done. | ||
| May 2018145000 miUS $300 | $60 Oil Sensor replacement. Gauge went to max oil pressure. Sensor replacement has it working in normal 40 psi yet oil sensor at back of engine against firewall. Need small hand to make it an easy job. Must remove 2 wire harnesses and clean area to get special socket in over sensor. Tight but doable. Dealership wanted $487 to replace. HID lights turned pink and started to fail after 12yrs. Each HID bulb is $100. Replacement is easy, takes about 30 min. Remove front grill, then two pins on each headlight assembly to remove light assembly, then pop a water tight seal and replace bulb. | ||
| Jun 2018147000 miUS $4018 | Magna ride suspension system needed to be replaced. New Compressor, new hydraulic shocks and associated parts - lines, they also had to replace failing upper steering shaft. | ||
| Feb 2021157251 miUS $1215 | Rebuild of front brake system with new rotors, calipers and brake pads. Front differential was growling, ended up having it rebuilt by the dealership to OEM spec | ||
2006 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States Feb 2018 - May 2021 | |||
| Jan 202161000 miUS $40 | Loose door handles | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Alabama, United States Jul 2015 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 2015136000 miUS $118 | tire light came on | ||
| Nov 2016149000 miUS $187 | heater motor would not turn off | ||
| Mar 2017154000 mi | fan motor warranty work two fan with in 40 days | ||
2006 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUT
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States Nov 2015 - Feb 2016 | |||
| Nov 2015161000 miUS $1800 | Transmission went out on Deer hunt and I took it to a mechanic in Wichita Falls, Texas, I had to rent a car to get home. | ||
2005 Cadillac Escalade
Engine not specified
| Cadillac Escalade in Alberta, Canada Mar 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 201088040 miC $2000 | Maf Sensor failed. Map sensor failed | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Louisiana, United States Dec 2010 - Mar 2011 | |||
| Jan 2011113000 miUS $400 | replace broken speedometer | ||
| Mar 2011117000 miUS $400 | replace running light and wiper blades | ||
2005 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Colorado, United States Jun 2014 - Oct 2017 | |||
| Oct 2015229000 miUS $220 | Drivers side drive shaft seal replaced. Oil cooler line gaskets leaking and replaced. | ||
| Nov 2015229600 miUS $325 | Power steering pump whining, replaced pump. Also Auto Transmission service. | ||
| Nov 2016242600 miUS $300 | drive output shaft seal from transfer case leaked. | ||
| Aug 2017252000 miUS $400 | Lifter tap in engine becoming more frequent and loud. Only suggestions were engine rebuild, using engine oil additives to hopefully quiet the tapping. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in California, United States Jun 2013 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Sep 201368000 miUS $458 | Headlights would come on at random times when parked in the garage. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States - Oct 2006 | |||
| Oct 200632500 mi | Alternator (making whining noise)replaced under warranty | ||
2005 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Georgia, United States Oct 2017 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Dec 2017135000 miUS $600 | Water pump, thermostat and belts | ||
| Mar 2018195000 miUS $400 | [transmission] Cooler hose fittings leaking | ||
2005 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States Feb 2009 - Dec 2010 | |||
| Mar 2009102000 miUS $85 | Replaced oil pressure sending unit. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Ohio, United States Oct 2009 - Aug 2013 | |||
| Jan 2010US $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. | ||
| Mar 201057000 miUS $470 | Air bag sensor failed, requiring replacement. | ||
| Jun 201060000 miUS $660 | Air bag trigger failed. Rear rotor dust shields are rusting away. Repair would be VERY costly. Will live with it. I will NEVER buy another GM car. | ||
| Mar 201171000 miUS $176 | The passenger seat belt was stuck and could not be used. Had to be disassembled and reassembled to fix -- no parts costs, just labor. This is the second time that this problem has occurred. | ||
| Jun 201175000 miUS $1076 | The dust shields on the rear discs disintegrated due to rust. Damage to the rear discs and pads resulted. The axle had to be dis-assembled. new shields installed, new pads, rotors turned. The service manager said that it was common. | ||
| Oct 201177000 mi | The lights in the steering wheel-mounted controls are going out. I was told that the only solution was replacement of the steering wheel at $400+ dollars. No thanks - I'll live with it. Typical GM - problems with no solutions! | ||
| Nov 201291000 miUS $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/ | ||
| Aug 201399000 mi | The lights in the steering wheel-mounted controls are going out. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Manitoba, Canada Aug 2012 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Nov 201235740 miC $300 | The speakers were faulty on the front passenger's side. Trying to isolate if the problem is the speaker(s) or the dash board radio. Work in progress. The front window vent is NOT defrosting properly. Frost forms on the top 1/4 of the front window. Not sure if venting is at fault or the " blower" is not functioning efficiently. I can see why GM went bankrupt. This SUV is garbage!!! | ||
| Jun 201339060 miC $600 | it was always blowing hot air no matter what setting you had. Overall, i can see why GM went bankrupt. | ||
| Apr 201447220 miC $678 | leaking transmission repaired. last time i ever buy a cadillac. Piece of junk. | ||
| Mar 201886800 miC $1800 | all shocks replaced. Piece of crap. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in California, United States Jun 2011 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Jul 201198000 miUS $90 | Check engine light came on. Code P0161 O2 sensor heater malfunction Sensor 2 bank 2. Replaced the O2 sensor after the catalytic on the passenger side. Cleared the code. Check engine has been off for over a week. | ||
2005 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUT
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in New York, United States Mar 2011 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Apr 201289200 miUS $500 | had to replace both front wheel hubs to correct ABS/Traction Control errors. | ||
| Oct 201295800 miUS $2000 | It had been repaired 3 times prior to this about 1.5 years ago for the same issue. 3/4 sprag clutch burned out. This time we replaced the entire transmission with a rebuilt HD model. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in New Hampshire, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Mar 201010000 mi | Vehicle often goes into stability control mode with loss of power for no reason, usually when you need the power like entering traffic. Only way around the problem is to press dash button to turn the stability system OFF, necessary EVERY trip. | ||
2004 Cadillac Escalade
Engine not specified
| Cadillac Escalade in New York, United States Jan 2011 - Mar 2011 | |||
| Mar 2011167000 miUS $600 | A PART CONNECTING THE AXLE TO WHEEL WAS RUSTING OUT AND MAKING A LARGE NOISE. IT HAD TO BE REPLACED | ||
2004 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in California, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Dec 2011152000 miUS $870 | Airbag light | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Indiana, United States Mar 2010 - Mar 2011 | |||
| Apr 201088000 mi | Vehicle would not start. This is primarily my wifes vehicle. I have been turning wrenchs for over 30 years. I isolated the problem to the ignition wire in the steering column. There is a metal plate that rubs on the yellow starter wires. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Tennessee, United States Sep 2011 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Aug 2012156400 miUS $200 | Whining noise Rattling noise.catalytic converter. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Illinois, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 2017189000 miUS $190 | Routine maintenance and repair oil leak around engine | ||
2003 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Washington, United States - Jul 2008 | |||
| Jun 200848000 miUS $4695 | Front differential failed had to be replaced out of warranty by 2,000 miles | ||
| Jul 200852000 mi | Climate control not working correctly. Constantly clicking. Replaced under the extended warranty we purchased due to earlier problems | ||
2003 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in Louisiana, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2012 | |||
| Apr 201172000 miUS $212 | repair transfer case | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2010 - Dec 2015 | |||
| Aug 201025691 miUS $45 | Replaced intermediate steering shaft, I'm an ASE Certified Master tech. Typical clunking in GMT 800 series trucks when turning wheel. I used a Dorman product instead of GM because it's cheaper in price and better made with never a comeback | ||
| Sep 201026301 miUS $788 | Goodyear Wrangler tire developed vibration in front end at low and highway speed, getting worse and causing the vehicle to pull to one side. Upon inspection found broken belt in one tire. Replaced all 4 with Michelins | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States Jan 2013 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Feb 201353000 miUS $3139 | Side Bearing on the front differential were bad. Car was making a speed-sensitive "rumble or roar" on local street and highway. Required replacement of inner differential bearings. Dlr advised that neoprene gaskets on the intake manifold had failed and were causing check engine light. Need to replace the gaskets to seal the intake manifold. Vehicle A/C would blow warm when stopped at light on in traffic. Dlr advised is was because the A/C fan clutch was weak and was disengaging the fan so no airflow over A/C coil. High-pitch "whistle" coming from engine compartment turned out to be bad bearing in the alternator. Dlr advised needed to be replaced. | ||
| Aug 201569900 miUS $2400 | Compressor failure. Replaced both from & rear units. | ||
| Dec 201686000 miUS $1600 | Full brake job 4 wheel with rotors, calipers and shoes. Wiper motor failed. Wipers would not shut off and cycled through speeds rAndomly. | ||
| Jul 201890000 miUS $1500 | Radiator fan was disengaging at idle sped and the engine would overheat thus shutting off the AC—-in 110 degree weather. Dealer replaced fan clutch but issue persists. I am considering installing an auxiliary “electric push fan” on the front of the radiator. | ||
2002 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| Cadillac Escalade in New Jersey, United States Nov 2009 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Sep 201087000 miUS $600 | Brake hose broke while driving. Front calipers had to be replaced due to frozen bleed fittings. | ||
| Jan 2011US $250 | Front wheel bearing failure. Second front wheel bearing failure. Passenger side front wheel bearing failure, third in a month. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Oregon, United States May 2016 - May 2017 | |||
| Aug 2016198000 miUS $3000 | suspension replaced, AC fixed | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Colorado, United States May 2011 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Jun 201266000 miUS $415 | Starter went out; was replaced | ||
| Jul 201267000 miUS $675 | AC Compressor bearing went out. Replaced AC compressor, recharged system, and replaced accessory belt. | ||
| Nov 201272800 miUS $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 201379000 miUS $260 | Front Differential was leaking. Replaced both differential seals. | ||
| Jun 201379000 miUS $80 | Power steering hoses were leaking. Hoses were replaced. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Utah, United States Jan 2016 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Apr 2017128000 miUS $2500 | lost reverse, rebuilt transmission. $1,400. replaced the power steering pump. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in North Carolina, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 201095000 miUS $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 Georgia, United States Feb 2010 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Apr 2012165000 miUS $950 | The front bearings was worn out. I had to replace both. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Wisconsin, United States Sep 2013 - Oct 2016 | |||
| Oct 2013117500 mi | Get truck to operating temp, start hearing knocking, had to replace the transfer case | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Missouri, United States Dec 2015 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Nov 2016112100 miUS $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 2016133000 miUS $2000 | Starter stop working Transmission repair not done | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Alabama, United States Sep 2016 - Jan 2022 | |||
| May 201847000 miUS $600 | Ac line needed replacement | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in California, United States Aug 2013 - Nov 2014 | |||
| Jan 2014117000 miUS $100 | Engine oil filter mounting bracket leak, replaced gasket. | ||
| Mar 2014118000 miUS $165 | Headlights dim, polished len's | ||
| Sep 2014122000 miUS $2700 | AWD system viscous clutch overhaul to eliminate clunking while slow turning. | ||
| Cadillac Escalade in Texas, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 2011113000 miUS $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 2011117500 miUS $2000 | worn tie rod and suspension bar wheel bearing replaced with new alignment given and tires replaced with new tires | ||
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 200952000 miUS $3500 | Drivers seat rail, front differential, rear differential bearings | ||
| Dec 200964000 miUS $450 | Maf replaced | ||
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