2002 Cadillac Escalade Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 3%of 115 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 125,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the engine of the 2002 Cadillac Escalade, 3% of the 115 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 125,500 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.
“Upon the recent development of a loud ticking noise when starting my 2002 Escalade 6.0 awd, I immediately brought the truck into my local shop for diagnostics. A quick inspection found missing and rusted exhaust manifold bolts on the driver side of my engine, causing an exhaust leak. This leak creates not only a dangerous co2 leak within the engine compartment (which also can be drawn into the cabin's HVAC system), but it also raises environmental concerns, as the leaking exhaust is not being properly treated via the vehicle's catalytic converter. …”
NHTSA complaint #10494361, filed 2013-01, 125,500 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the illumination of the service stability system and the ABS brake warning lights. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was scheduled to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 116,000. The VIN was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #10576650, filed 2014-04, 116,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 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…
- 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…
- 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…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical 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…
- 10173398Feb 28, 2020This diagnostic tip provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 10167437Oct 14, 2019This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the…
- 10160987May 7, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the…
- 10160983May 6, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
- 10156912Mar 6, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 36 | 95% |
| 2025 | 12 | 60% |
| 2024 | 36 | 69% |
| 2023 | 110 | 77% |
| 2022 | 68 | 79% |
| 2021 | 46 | 59% |
| 2020 | 6 | 43% |
| 2019 | 17 | 68% |
| 2018 | 10 | 45% |
| 2017 | 22 | 43% |
| 2016 | 31 | 35% |
| 2015 | 27 | 28% |
| 2014 | 3 | 15% |
| 2013 | 3 | 16% |
| 2012 | 3 | 15% |
| 2010 | 3 | 8% |
| 2009 | 9 | 16% |
| 2008 | 13 | 10% |
| 2007 | 33 | 14% |
| 2006 | 3 | 16% |
| 2005 | 5 | 12% |
| 2004 | 3 | 4% |
| 2003 | 4 | 5% |
| 2002 | 3 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2002 Cadillac Escalade
47 complaintsElectrical system
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsElectronic stability control
8 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Cadillac Escalade
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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