2008 Cadillac Escalade Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 9%of 136 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 107,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2008 Cadillac Escalade, 9% of the 136 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 107,000 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.
“My truck normal driving and a few miles loose power meters go up and down looose power train conection this trucks on particular has electric problems ground problems I need to stop turn off the key and turn on again check engine light go on and you can see tons of videos on you tube very dangerous if you driving on a highway . I really concern about that and the dealers know the problem and doesn t make a massive recall on that I just report that if I had a accident I report on the NHTSA page.”
NHTSA complaint #11192102, filed 2019-03, 100,000 miles“I had a headlight that was out and not working due to condensation and moisture build up. I was going to get it fixed and was scheduled for a few days out to get it repaired. While I was trying (at night) the other one went out!! It was totally dark. I keep having to have it repaired bc the moisture keeps building up over and over. It poses a safety risk and is unreasonable to keep repairing at $1000 per encasing and $120 per bulb. Its been repaired twice in 3 years!”
NHTSA complaint #10607641, filed 2014-07, 95,000 miles“Instrument panel goes in & out. Can't tell how fast you're going, what gear you're in, whether you're in park reverse drive. Was told previous recall 08v441000 was issued 8/28/2008 addressed this issue. Don't feel safe driving. Dealer can't get new part to replace electrical problem. Instrument panel cluster will go out while you are driving along or parked.”
NHTSA complaint #11202969, filed 2019-04, 125,000 miles“Lighting we own two escalades from 2008 and have the same exact problem in both cars. Condensation in the headlights and burn them out we were quoted $1,000 for each headlight to fix min!!! Heated seats are out in both trucks rims are pitted and pealing. Have had a problem with the rims weeks after rolling out of the showroom so disappointed”
NHTSA complaint #11052266, filed 2017-12“The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that the driver side headlight blew out and the passenger side headlight assembly contained a lot of condensation in rainy conditions. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that nothing could be done. The failure mileage was approximately 109,000. *”
NHTSA complaint #11121616, filed 2018-08, 109,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 5% |
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 2 | 1% |
| 2021 | 2 | 3% |
| 2020 | 1 | 7% |
| 2019 | 1 | 4% |
| 2018 | 2 | 9% |
| 2017 | 1 | 2% |
| 2016 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 | 1 | 5% |
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2010 | 2 | 5% |
| 2009 | 4 | 7% |
| 2008 | 12 | 9% |
| 2007 | 7 | 3% |
| 2006 | 1 | 5% |
| 2005 | 2 | 5% |
| 2004 | 5 | 7% |
| 2002 | 2 | 2% |
| 2000 | 1 | 1% |
| 1999 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2008 Cadillac Escalade
74 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsEngine
13 complaintsSeats
7 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsTires
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Cadillac Escalade
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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