Is the 2022 Cadillac Escalade reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Cadillac Escalade is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Cadillac Escalade?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 79% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2022 Cadillac Escalade have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2022 Cadillac Escalade

● Typical for this model

2022 Cadillac Escalade
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This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 86
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 3
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2022: 86 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1999	39
2000	71
2001	3
2002	115
2003	81
2004	69
2005	43
2006	19
2007	230
2008	136
2009	58
2010	38
2011	49
2012	20
2013	18
2014	20
2015	98
2016	89
2017	51
2018	21
2019	25
2020	14
2021	78
2022	86
2023	142
2024	50
2025	21
2026	37
2027	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

79% · 68 reports

CRASHFIREINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

While driving on a family road trip, our vehicle check engine light came in and put the vehicle in limp mode. This happened a couple of times but luckily we were close enough to our home we were able to make it home safely.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-10

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

My 2022 Cadillac Escalade received the remedy for Recall 25V-274 (L87 6.2L V8 loss of propulsion) on July 22nd at the dealer.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-26

Power train

19% · 16 reports

FIRE

Engine and engine cooling

10% · 9 reports

Electrical system

9% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing starter assembly.

CRASH

Fuel/propulsion system

7% · 6 reports

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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2022-11-01Seat belts22V617000 General Motors, LLC (M) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with third-row seats.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rivet head formation on both the left and right side third-row seat belt buckle assemblies and replace seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge.

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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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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
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2026-04-07Power train26V085000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles equipped with 10 Speed Transmission with ETRS (Electronic Transmission Range...

Remedy: Dealers will install new transmission control module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2026.

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Buy-smart checklist

2022 Cadillac Escalade — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 68 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 16 reports on file for this year.
Engine and engine cooling: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 22V617000 · Seat belts
Recall 22V903000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 25V274000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 26V085000 · Power train

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FAQ

Is the 2022 Cadillac Escalade reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Cadillac Escalade is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Cadillac Escalade?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 79% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Cadillac Escalade 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.