2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 14%of 22 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 100,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the brakes of the 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 14% of the 22 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 100,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I had a badly corroded brake line rupnture and nearly wrecked. I took it to the dealership and after 2 days they say they won't fix it. They say they are not familiar with lines routed through the frame, or between frame and body. They recommend a full body removal and they refused. Faulty trans modules and peeling/leaking stock rims.”
NHTSA complaint #11063905, filed 2018-01, 173,000 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that the ABS and traction stability warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and was diagnosed with needing the shocks and struts replaced. The vehicle was repaired but continued to experience the failure. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11434269, filed 2021-09, 100,000 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac Escalade Esv. The contact experienced issues with the steering in the vehicle while attempting to park. She noticed that the power steering would lock up, causing her to wrestle with the steering wheel to park and move the wheel to the left or right. The contact had to use great effort to turn the steering wheel. The manufacturer was notified in reference to NHTSA campaign id number 04v045000 (service brakes, hydraulic). …”
NHTSA complaint #10255189, filed 2009-01, 57,699 milesRelated recalls
- 04V045000Feb 4, 2004Certain sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and passenger vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135…Covers: Cadillac Escalade ESV 2003–2004, Chevrolet Silverado 2003–2004, GMC Yukon 2003–2004 +10 more
Related service bulletins
- 10242252Aug 18, 2023This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10168960Nov 12, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire…
- 10113364Jan 31, 2017This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10078876May 11, 2016This preliminary information communication advises the technician that the hydro-boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 14% |
| 2023 | 5 | 5% |
| 2021 | 4 | 5% |
| 2020 | 1 | 5% |
| 2019 | 2 | 6% |
| 2017 | 11 | 29% |
| 2016 | 1 | 7% |
| 2009 | 1 | 17% |
| 2007 | 2 | 5% |
| 2006 | 1 | 20% |
| 2005 | 4 | 29% |
| 2004 | 3 | 14% |
| 2003 | 2 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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