NHTSA Complaint #11681970 — 2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11681970
Vehicle	2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	August 19, 2025
Date Filed	August 20, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

While driving there was a loud noise and car started shaking and continued making clunking sounds. Had to pull over. Vehicle is not drivable. Had it towed to the dealership, they are saying the ther is an issue with a rod and engine is blown and needs a new engine. They are describing the same exact issue that this motor is on recall for other vehicles with the same motor and same year, but for some reason the manufacturer won't put ours on the recall list.

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