2024 Cadillac Escalade
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
- 50
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2024
Opened by NHTSA
72% of complaints
Complaints per year
2024: 50 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
72% · 36 reportsShow complaint excerpts
My 2024 Cadillac Escalade had the 6.2 v8 engine recall done in 6/25. Iâve put less than 8k miles on it since and just rolled 32400 miles total.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-31
Also filed under Electrical system
The engine in our escalade is starting to fail. Our cadillac dealer did their voluntary recall on our escalade at around 15,000 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-24
On June 14, 2026, while driving approximately 70 mph on a Michigan freeway, the 6.2L V8 engine began shaking violently.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-21
Also filed under Power train and fuel/propulsion system
Power train
18% · 9 reportsElectrical system
14% · 7 reportsShow complaint excerpts
1.What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? â¢The primary issue was with the vehicleâs software system, which was incompletely updated on 9/13/24.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-09-18
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance and service brakes
Fuel/propulsion system
10% · 5 reportsForward collision avoidance
10% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
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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
2024 Cadillac Escalade — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 36 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 24V674000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 25V274000 · Engine and engine cooling
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- Is the 2024 Cadillac Escalade reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Cadillac Escalade is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2024 Cadillac Escalade?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 72% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2024 Cadillac Escalade have?
- 2 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.