2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 21%of 39 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 128,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the engine of the 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 21% of the 39 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 128,500 miles.
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.
“P0011 engine code once the check engine light comes on the truck rides horrible. Gm has no solution to this problem. Its a design flaw lubricating the cam shaft. I change the oil once a month. Its not enough.. Gm knows this problem exist and covers it up.. I hope more escalade owners come forward and complain about this problem. Forcing owners to go to the dealership to clear the code isn't fair.....”
NHTSA complaint #10888068, filed 2016-07, 204,000 miles“Faulty bearings on camshaft failing causing inadequate oil pressure resulting in limp mode , subsequently leading to engine failure and illumination of stabilitrak, ABS and parking assist icons. Limp mode cuts engine off and driver loses ability to control the vehicle, 1 fatality and 3 injuries have resulted because of this.”
NHTSA complaint #11193019, filed 2019-04, 70,000 miles“Check engine , service traction control, stablilink and low oil pressure lights keep coming on. Dealer has had the truck trying to correct (or chase)the problem. They still are coming on. Dealer says it maybe the motor”
NHTSA complaint #10819289, filed 2016-01, 127,000 miles“Abnormally high oil consumption: even after completing the valve cover replacement as recommended in the GM technical service bulletin 10-06-01-008m, the high oil consumption continues to occur. From full oil level completed at the dealershjp service center to the point that the computer screen indicates low oil level , the car had only been driven 1,000 miles (verified by GM service center). As an side, the vehicle is driven about 5,000 miles per year and is serviced and cared for religiously. …”
NHTSA complaint #11014642, filed 2017-08, 98,000 miles“Engine mounts failed and potential for wiring harness to be stetched to the point to cause loss of many engine functions. Additionally the oil pan gasket has also failed.was informed by dealer service advisor that these are common occurences in these vehicles.”
NHTSA complaint #10484738, filed 2012-11, 150,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11009531Sep 27, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11007116Aug 6, 2024This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11007091Aug 5, 2024This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10242298Aug 10, 2023This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10211658May 2, 2022This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
- 10178949Jul 28, 2020This Bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC…
- 10178387Jul 27, 2020This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
- 10176326May 21, 2020This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | 100% |
| 2025 | 8 | 57% |
| 2024 | 14 | 64% |
| 2023 | 65 | 71% |
| 2022 | 44 | 77% |
| 2021 | 54 | 73% |
| 2020 | 14 | 64% |
| 2019 | 20 | 59% |
| 2018 | 9 | 60% |
| 2017 | 10 | 26% |
| 2015 | 2 | 25% |
| 2009 | 2 | 33% |
| 2008 | 1 | 6% |
| 2007 | 8 | 21% |
| 2006 | 1 | 20% |
| 2005 | 1 | 7% |
| 2003 | 2 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV
14 complaintsElectronic stability control
9 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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