2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 89
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2023
Opened by NHTSA
72% of complaints
Complaints per year
2023: 89 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 39 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 4 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 74 |
| 2022 | 57 |
| 2023 | 89 |
| 2024 | 22 |
| 2025 | 14 |
| 2026 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
72% · 64 reportsShow complaint excerpts
We were traveling on a highway trip, approximately 71 miles from home the engine made a brief grinding noise and then with in about 2 seconds the engine completely shut down and stopped running.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-14
Also filed under Power train
I was on highway and car all the sudden started slowing down and stopped completely and I wasnât able to start it back.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-21
On [XXX], while driving my 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV from the Salt Lake City area toward Las Vegas, the vehicle developed a serious loss-of-power condition in Utah. I contacted OnStar, exited the highway, and waited at a gas station.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-12
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Power train
22% · 20 reportsShow complaint excerpts
While traveling at 75 mph, our SUV suddenly lost power going uphill. We barely reached the crest and were able to coast down to a safe place off the highway.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-09
Engine light is on solid. Veichile did stall while driving at Highway and vehicle will shake stop at red light. Noise when vehicle moving.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-11-04
Fuel/propulsion system
12% · 11 reportsElectrical system
12% · 11 reportsService brakes
6% · 5 reportsSafety timeline
4 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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2023Complaint volume 89 complaints filed for this model year.
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2023-01-23Exterior lighting22V903000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.
Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023.
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2023-11-14Suspension23V642000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both rear suspension outer control arm bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023.
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2024-10-25Service brakes, hydraulic24V674000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles.
Remedy: The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024.
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2025-01-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 2025-10-23 Loss of motive power due to engine failure
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2025-06-18Engine and engine cooling25V274000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual.
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2025-10-23Engineering analysisOpen Loss of motive power due to engine failure
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2026-01-16Recall queryOpen Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
Buy-smart checklist
2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 64 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 20 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 11 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V903000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 23V642000 · Suspension
- Recall 24V674000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 25V274000 · Engine and engine cooling
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- Is the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV is rated "significantly worse".
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 72% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.