2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
4/5
Safety Rating
19
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
14
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV
The 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV has received a total of 19 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER. 14 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (7 complaints), Electrical System (3 complaints), and Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV, potentially affecting up to 15,800 vehicles.
Recall 18V673000 — SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
| 15,800 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not automatically lock when the seatbelt is fully pulled out of the retractor, possibly preventing a child seat from being properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the...
Consequence: If the child seat is not properly secured in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV
19 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionfront | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Traction light and engine light flashing at 95,900 miles took Cadillac ESV to authorized dealer and he advised their was a misfire on cylinder 3 after several attemps to repair now advising he hear a knocking in engine that needs to be replaced.
Cue system delamenated cracking glass options not working correctly Many recalls for cue GPS entertainment system in all Cadillacs. This needs to be addressed because safety system backing up doesn't work properly. Cadillac has had problems with this part since 2014 recall and with lemon law class action on many Cadillacs for this same problem. Even if I purchase new cue laminated glass still happens in gel on glass. This is a major flaw and Cadillac knows there is a major problem .1500.00 for new cue system and problem still happening because of weather where car sits .the government needs to address because it's a safety issue when system doesn't work. Heat wont work cameras or radio! What can I do? Please help me?
Vehicle caught fire in seatbelt harness
Vehicle caught fire in seatbelt harness
Safety Rating for the 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV
The 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV
General Motors, LLC has issued 14 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
22-NA-047 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Information bulletin explains a possible coolant leak coming from the cylinder head bolt areas.
21NA068 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information requirements applicable to key fob replacement under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or under a Replacement Parts Warranty on 2017-2022 and newer model year vehicles with RPO ATH and AVJ (U.S. Only).
PIC6424 — EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary information communicates a condition where there is only newer hardware available when replacing the Active Safety Control Module. The newer hardware is not compatible with whatis currently loaded into the SPS programming system. Engineering is working on a new software set to address the concern.
20NA115 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the radio amplifier antenna if there is a condition of Poor Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Fob or Passive Unlocking Range due to a internal concerns within the antenna.
19NA004 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of hearing a squeak or creak from the right rear of vehicle while driving.
PIT5434D — SEATS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician only to provide additional tips when diagnosing a front heated seat concern and is not meant to be a diagnostic flow chart or replace Service Information. Always, perform and refer to Service Information for the latest diagnostic information and procedures.
19NA071 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of forward collision/active safety system inoperative, no messages or alerts. Technician may find DTC?s B390A?45, B390A?58 and/or DTC?B390A?67 are set.
PIT5665 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
This Preliminary information communicates customers may comment on poor remote keyless entry (RKE) range (less than 20 feet.) Some customers may comment that the RKE fob must be held next to the driver door handle before the doors will unlock when passively attempting to unlock the door. The Radio Antenna Amplifier...
18NA026 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to install an oil cooler line fitting seal, including applying medium strength threadlocker (blue) to the retaining bolt to stop transmission fluid leaking from the transmission oil cooler line retaining bolt passage.
18NA111 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
This technical bulletin provides information on Media Disc Player Eject Button and Multifunction Switches 1 and 2 Stay Illuminated After the Ignition Is Turned Off and that this is a normal characteristic.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV
- 2013 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — 3 complaints
- 2014 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — 0 complaints
- 2015 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — 13 complaints
- 2016 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — 20 complaints
- 2017 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — 47 complaints
- 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV (current)
- 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — 38 complaints
- 2020 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — 25 complaints
- 2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — 82 complaints
- 2022 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — 66 complaints
- 2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — 86 complaints
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- CADILLAC CATERA — 826 total complaints
- CADILLAC DTS — 725 total complaints
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