NHTSA Complaint #11702482 — 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11702482
Vehicle	2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	September 1, 2023
Date Filed	December 2, 2025
Mileage	48,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MD

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2019 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that there was an abnormal whining sound coming from the engine with the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to dealer; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate a failure. Recently, the contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.

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