2016 Cadillac Escalade Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 3%of 89 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 11,048miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the fuel system of the 2016 Cadillac Escalade, 3% of the 89 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 11,048 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“Our 2016 Escalade with 20,000 miles had the tail pipe corrode and fall of the vehicle. The rear bumper was subject to excessive exhaust heat which subsequently melted the bumper and back-up sensors. If the issue wasn't noticed, a major thermal event could have occurred and the truck could have been a total loss. Cadillac has refused to warranty this issue. We also have a 2019 Escalade that is showing significant signs of corrosion at the same weld. I believe this is 100% a design issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11405065, filed 2021-03, 20,864 miles“67 days & 1230 miles after purchasing, just after starting and merging into heavy, fast moving city traffic, the check engine light & several others come on. Then on star text and email diagnostic alert received: service the engine and transmission in your vehicle immediately . The engine was acting sluggish, rough, jolting, no acceleration, max speed barely 30pmh, A/C stops working. On star diagnostic report (monthly email report) at 1200 miles was perfect, 40 minutes prior. Dealer service diagnosed cylinder #2 misfires, component testing on the threshold of being shorted. …”
NHTSA complaint #10966314, filed 2017-03, 1,232 miles“My 2016 Escalade premium engine is starting to shut off more frequent when coming to a stop. It also has more frequent issues where it will not start with remote or if inside the vehicle. No warning or failure lights came on. Dash looks normal but no RPM's if it shuts off at a stop. I’ve replaced the battery thinking it was an older battery but still continues to happen. I'm very nervous thinking it will shut off while driving with my family. Please help!! I have not taken my vehicle to a repair shop hoping this can be fixed by the manufacture”
NHTSA complaint #11512689, filed 2023-03Related service bulletins
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11006377Jul 23, 2024This informational bulletin explains the difference in AFM and DFM engines and what is and is not activated during this occurrence.
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 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…
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10249994Jan 24, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have rattle or ticking noise that is louder…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 13% |
| 2024 | 5 | 10% |
| 2023 | 14 | 10% |
| 2022 | 7 | 8% |
| 2021 | 8 | 10% |
| 2017 | 1 | 2% |
| 2016 | 3 | 3% |
| 2015 | 7 | 7% |
| 2014 | 1 | 5% |
| 2013 | 1 | 5% |
| 2009 | 3 | 5% |
| 2008 | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 | 7 | 3% |
| 2006 | 2 | 11% |
| 2005 | 8 | 19% |
| 2004 | 5 | 7% |
| 2003 | 6 | 7% |
| 2002 | 4 | 3% |
| 2000 | 13 | 18% |
| 1999 | 3 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2016 Cadillac Escalade
31 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Cadillac Escalade
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.
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