2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV Problems
Compared with other Cadillac Escalade ESV years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2024 can be compared from 2027.
- Most reported part: Engine (14 complaints, median 15,000 mi).
- 2 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with a typical complaint level and no open NHTSA investigation: 2022
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 22filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 19,000miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- —not in EPA data
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The part named most often is engine, with 14 complaints (64% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (4) and brakes (3). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 19,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 353 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 46 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 20 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine14 64%
- Brakes3 14%
- Engine cooling3 14%
- Fuel system2 9.1%
- Other or unknown2 9.1%
- Vehicle speed control2 9.1%
- Wheels2 9.1%
- Electrical system1 4.5%
Example complaints
Engine: “I was driving 65 miles per hour on the high way suddenly engine shutdown Leaving me without power I managed to get to the shoulder but I was parked on at very and area I almost was rear ending for the incoming traffic she to be afternoon a Conner spot end out call if 911 lucky for me state troopers arrived and parked behind me until the town at truck arrived this was a very live treated situation”
NHTSA complaint #11655717, filed 2025-04Transmission and drivetrain: “My 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV with 19440 miles on it experienced what I can only assume is a catastrophic engine failure today. On 4/13/2025 while driving around 65MPH on a major highway the vehicle lost all power and turned off. At first I didnt notice the issue until a sound began to go off asking me to turn the engine back on. The vehicle had shut off and forced a neutral shift. This happened in between changing lanes and if I was not a very aware driver this would have caused a major accident. …”
NHTSA complaint #11654338, filed 2025-04Brakes: “2024 Escalade ESV sport 4WD was not included in eBCM recall issued in September 2024. Recall 24V-674 My vehicle was manufactured between August 2022 and July 2024. It was ordered and purchased in March 2024. The manufacturer failed to notify me by mail. upon checking recalls on NHTSA and Cadillac’s recall websites, it appears General Motors failed to include my car in the recall altogether. …”
NHTSA complaint #11649885, filed 2025-03Engine cooling: “The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11745105, filed 2026-06, 20,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 15,000 and 20,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade ESV · SUV 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 21.9% risk |
| Escalade ESV · SUV RWD | ★★★★☆ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 21.2% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2024 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2023: same overall rating; 2025: 5 stars overall. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Recalls and investigations
- 25V274000Apr 24, 2025Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanicalCovers: Cadillac Escalade ESV 2021–2024, Chevrolet Tahoe 2021–2024, GMC Yukon 2021–2024 +5 more
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. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft…
- 24V674000Sep 12, 2024Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Electric › Control module › SoftwareCovers: Cadillac Escalade ESV 2023–2024, Escalade 2023–2024, Chevrolet Tahoe 2023–2024 +5 more
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. The electronic brake control module software may fail to…
Recall details for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 353 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038460Oct 7, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the SES MIL and DTC P062B and engineering is currently investigating.
- 11038139Oct 5, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary PI was created to advise techniians in the field that they will not be able to perform a GDS automated bleed with the scan tool dues to a issue with the software in the scan tool
- 11038136Sep 28, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to anything being…
- 11038132Sep 28, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037260Sep 10, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information communicates diagnostic tips for air leveling suspension system.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11036704Aug 27, 2026Other or unknown. This PI was created to address an Intermittent Loss of Connectivity, GPS, or Wi-Fi Due to OnStar Module concern.
- 11036690Aug 27, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to the technicians a diagnostic tip if a technician loses communication with the image processor #2 and how to restore communication
- 11036689Aug 27, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates ordering process for the night vision camera that are on restriction for all listed vehicles for Technical Assistance review.
Other model years of the Cadillac Escalade ESV
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | — | 3 | 5 | — | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 14 | 12,800 | 1 | 5 | — | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 22 | 19,000 | 2 | 4 | — | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 92 | 40,000 | 4 | 4 | — | 100 · More | Too new |
| 2022 | 58 | 42,765 | 4 | 4 | — | 50 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 74 | 69,608 | 10 | 4 | — | 87 · More | Rising |
| 2020 | 22 | 65,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Rising |
| 2019 | 34 | 108,350 | 1 | — | — | 0 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2018 | 15 | 167,054 | 1 | 4 | — | — | Rising |
| 2017 | 38 | 31,278 | 1 | 4 | — | 32 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2016 | 15 | 37,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Rising |
| 2015 | 8 | 40,000 | 6 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2011 | 13 | 100,000 | 5 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 2009 | 6 | 69,600 | 5 | — | 15 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 17 | 52,500 | 4 | — | 14 | — | Stable |
| 2007 | 39 | 74,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2006 | 5 | 36,500 | 1 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 14 | 95,987 | 1 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
| 2004 | 22 | 72,000 | 1 | — | 13 | — | Falling |
| 2003 | 12 | 93,000 | 1 | — | 13 | — | Not enough data |
All Cadillac Escalade ESV model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV have?
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 14 complaints (64% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 4.
Has the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV 4 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
At what mileage are problems with the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 19,000 miles and the middle half falls between 15,000 and 20,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.