2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 8%of 74 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the fuel system of the 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 8% of the 74 complaints for this model year. 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.
“Experienced engine failure as outline in recall for 6.2liter L87 engines. Engine failure occured on 5/28/2025. Confirmed engine failure by Cadillac dealer on 5/29/2025. Vehicle is still in repair shop with no ETA on replacement motor. Cadillac has failed to provide a comparable loaner vehicle. This is creating financial impact as I use my vehicle for work.”
NHTSA complaint #11669906, filed 2025-06“I had two issues while the car was still under warranty one occasion while driving on a road the engine failed during my trip and I was stranded on the side of the road had to get it towed to the dealer. Second time. I was pulling out of the grocery store and my vehicle lost power as well so on two occasions while driving my car lost power while being in use. I cannot remember the exact date, but I believe it was between 2023 and 2025 for both incidents”
NHTSA complaint #11759925, filed 2026-08“I drive it from Gilbert Az to San Diego California The car lost power all of sudden Almost killed with my family I left at dealer in California and went back to Gilbert Arizona No diagnosis yet by dealer But I suspect gas pump failure Reported on Internet that Cadillac Recalled some 2021 Escalade For gas pump failure But there is no recall on my car It is now at Simpson GMC Cadillac dealer Buena Park California”
NHTSA complaint #11543825, filed 2023-09“Bought vehicle brand new in 2021 took delivery in 2022. Had to have a full transmission replacement and radiator that was cracked replaced at 30,000 miles. Over the next few years have had fuel delivery issues due to fuel pump. This fuel pump was not fixed. As of this year 2026 i've had the vehicle in the shop just shy of every single month. I have had a thermostat sensor that caused the engine fan to go into high RPM causing limp mode on the freeway with a family of 5 in the vehicle. Ive had breaks replaced and not mounted correctly. …”
NHTSA complaint #11757312, filed 2026-08“My vehicle has a recall and I took it to the dealer on the 28th of June and this is the date that I still do not have my vehicle. I have a report at Cadillac to replace the engine. The dealer sends all the information to GM Cadillac to authorize the engine replacement since it has metal inside due to the recall and the vehicle is off, it does not start, nobody tells me anything. I am renting another vehicle paying for two vehicles. My situation is very difficult. Cadillac only talks and talks and nothing from Cadillac. It has been 72 days waiting, losing money. …”
NHTSA complaint #11685884, filed 2025-09Related recalls
- 21V739000Sep 23, 2021General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump…Covers: Cadillac Escalade ESV 2021, Chevrolet Tahoe 2021, GMC Yukon 2021 +4 more
Related service bulletins
- 11028909Feb 19, 2026Emission Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control…
- 11028382Feb 5, 2026Emission Recall. Additional VINs moved to Open status.
- 11027870Jan 29, 2026Emission Recall. Additional VINs Moved to ‘Open’ Status
- 11027666Jan 15, 2026Emission Recall. Fuel Pump Power Control Module. Additional VINs Moved to ‘Open’ Status
- 11026626Dec 17, 2025Emission Recall. Additional VINs moved to Open status.
- 11024191Oct 9, 2025Emission Recall. Population Expansion.
- 11023730Oct 3, 2025Emission Recall. Fuel Pump Power Control Module.
- 11023093Sep 11, 2025Emission Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control…
- 11019378Apr 12, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure to replace the FPDCM if found to cause customers concerns of Crank No Start, Stalling, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated…
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 9% |
| 2024 | 2 | 9% |
| 2023 | 11 | 12% |
| 2022 | 9 | 16% |
| 2021 | 6 | 8% |
| 2020 | 3 | 14% |
| 2019 | 3 | 9% |
| 2017 | 1 | 3% |
| 2015 | 1 | 13% |
| 2011 | 1 | 8% |
| 2009 | 3 | 50% |
| 2007 | 2 | 5% |
| 2005 | 1 | 7% |
| 2004 | 2 | 9% |
| 2003 | 1 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV
54 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsForward collision avoidance
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology