NHTSA Complaint #11684037 — 2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

Check any vehicle history by VIN - Free vehicle history report

Complaint Details

ODI Number 11684037
Vehicle 2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV
Component ENGINE
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State CA

Consumer Description

My 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV experienced a complete engine failure at approximately 83,000 miles. I purchased it used at around 23,552 miles. Despite having been properly maintained, the engine failed and GM denied powertrain warranty coverage, stating the warranty had expired. I was forced to pay $7,300 out-of-pocket for a full engine replacement. This was an extremely dangerous mechanical failure, which could have led to serious harm if it occurred at high speed. I am aware of similar engine complaints in other GM vehicles and am requesting that NHTSA investigate this safety-related issue.

Related Complaints for the 2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

Other ENGINE Complaints

#11718846 The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the engine made ticki...
#11717056 My 2021 Cadillac experienced a catastrophic engine failure that is mechanically identical to a known GM engine defect...
#11715994 On 12/18/2025 at approximately 73,097 miles, while driving on I-75 near Wildwood, Florida at about 75 mph, the vehicl...
#11708463 My wife was driving my kids to their nana and papas house when the vehicle loss power. The vehicle started to have a...
#11706007 Since April 2025, my 2021 escalade has been losing oil quickly. No leak externally has been found. The recent recal...

Recent Complaints for the 2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

#11716503 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM I am experiencing an ongoing issue with my vehicle’s rear passenger door. The door frequently cannot be opened from e...
#11716503 STRUCTURE:BODY I am experiencing an ongoing issue with my vehicle’s rear passenger door. The door frequently cannot be opened from e...
#11715994 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM On 12/18/2025 at approximately 73,097 miles, while driving on I-75 near Wildwood, Florida at about 75 mph, the vehicl...
#11715994 SERVICE BRAKES On 12/18/2025 at approximately 73,097 miles, while driving on I-75 near Wildwood, Florida at about 75 mph, the vehicl...
#11712702 STEERING The steering wheel locked up and the car shifted. I was unable to control the steering wheel it caused a crash
Check any vehicle history by VIN - Free vehicle history report