2021 Cadillac Escalade Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 13%of 78 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2021 Cadillac Escalade, 13% of the 78 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 miles. 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.
“See attached document for complaint. Text from attached document: Last week [ went to get the oil changed at my local Jiffy Lube and was told, We can' t service Lhis vehicle any longer because it has been re-called. I asked, what I am supposed to do? They said Cadiliac is supposed to Lake care of it. After calling Mark Christopher Cadillac in Ontario, Cali fornia they said they can't help me until they get parts and have no idea when that will be.”
NHTSA complaint #11682316, filed 2025-08“The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, there was an abnormal squealing sound coming from the engine compartment before the vehicle stalled in the middle of the roadway. The check engine warning light then illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence and was later examined by a mechanic who diagnosed that the engine had seized and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11695997, filed 2025-10, 113,000 miles“The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while approaching a red light and slowing down, there was a knocking sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was immediately driven to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. …”
NHTSA complaint #11751066, filed 2026-07, 40,000 miles“The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that a customer was operating the vehicle through the Turo App when the vehicle lost motive power while driving at an undisclosed speed. The contact was unaware whether any warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The dealer was contacted. …”
NHTSA complaint #11683654, filed 2025-08, 62,000 miles“The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle started jerking significantly. The check engine and traction control warning lights were illuminated, and a message advising of a rear axle failure was displayed. The contact was able to pull over to the side road and turned off the vehicle. The contact did not attempt to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that with a blown engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #11666101, filed 2025-06, 34,918 milesRelated recalls
- 25V274000Apr 24, 2025General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500…Covers: Cadillac Escalade 2021–2024, Chevrolet Tahoe 2021–2024, GMC Yukon 2021–2024 +5 more
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 5% |
| 2024 | 5 | 10% |
| 2023 | 12 | 8% |
| 2022 | 9 | 10% |
| 2021 | 10 | 13% |
| 2020 | 2 | 14% |
| 2016 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 7 | 3% |
| 2006 | 1 | 5% |
| 2005 | 2 | 5% |
| 2004 | 1 | 1% |
| 2003 | 4 | 5% |
| 2002 | 4 | 3% |
| 2000 | 5 | 7% |
| 1999 | 3 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2021 Cadillac Escalade
46 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsForward collision avoidance
5 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsLane departure
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 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.
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