2007 Cadillac Escalade
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 71 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 115 |
| 2003 | 81 |
| 2004 | 69 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 229 |
| 2008 | 136 |
| 2009 | 58 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 49 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 94 |
| 2016 | 86 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 57 |
| 2022 | 71 |
| 2023 | 119 |
| 2024 | 41 |
| 2025 | 14 |
| 2026 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
49% of complaints: air bags — 112 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THIS COMPLAINT IS SAME AS MANY OTHER THAT HAVE ALREADY BEEN SUBMITTED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200117
TL*THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT FELL ASLEEP WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED. THE VEHICLE STRUCK A DITCH, WENT AIRBORNE, AND ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20071029
14% of complaints: engine — 32 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE13% of complaints: electrical system — 30 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Entire information cluster has lost power vehicle halts to a stop in mid driving breaking response is sometimes hard sometimes very loose intermittent warning lights
NHTSA ODI report, 20250614
The contact owns a 2007 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that after plugging the electric air pump into the cigarette lighter socket, smoke was suddenly present coming from the lighter socket and the engine compartment.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231205
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THERE WAS A BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE REAR ROOF LIGHT. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED SMOKE AND FIRE COMING FROM THE REAR ROOF LIGHT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180726
7% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 15 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I PURCHASED A 2007 ESCALADE AND HAVE HAD IT FOR JUST ABOUT 1 YEAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130816
SAFETY TIMELINE
NON-CRASH ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
NON-CRASH ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
GM IS RECALLING 857,735 MY 2006-2008 BUICK LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MY 2007-2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRE HARNESS WITH AN IN-LINE FUSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080; CADILLAC AT 1-800-982-2339 OR HTTP://WW
Campaign 08V441000 — check if this car was fixed
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE E
Remedy: DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEE
Campaign 10V240000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500,...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 22, 2021.
Campaign 21V050000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 23, 2021.
Campaign 21V052000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Cadillac Escalade — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (112 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (30 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V441000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V240000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V050000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V052000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Cadillac Escalade reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Cadillac Escalade is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Cadillac Escalade?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Cadillac Escalade have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.