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2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

38

Owner Complaints

2 Crashes 1 Fire

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

16

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

The 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV has received a total of 38 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER. 16 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (16 complaints), Power Train (6 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (4 complaints).

Recalls for the 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2019 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...

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Owner Complaints for the 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

38 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Engine
Complaints: 16 1 Fire
Power Train
Complaints: 6
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 4 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Electrical System
Complaints: 3 1 Injury
Service Brakes
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Structurebody
Complaints: 2 1 Injury
Back Over Prevention Warnings
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control
Complaints: 1
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11708217 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
I was driving on the freeway on Cruise Control going 80 mph. All the sudden my speedometer dropped and I had no power. My Transmission Light Started Blinking Cruise Control stopped working and my Car Started Shaking Violently and Sounded Clunky. I had to pull over to the shoulder immediately. I Called my Mechanic and he told me not to drive it any Further So we Towed the vehicle to his shop. There was absolutely no warning signs. This was the only sign something was wrong.
#11708217 | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | | N/A miles
I was driving on the freeway on Cruise Control going 80 mph. All the sudden my speedometer dropped and I had no power. My Transmission Light Started Blinking Cruise Control stopped working and my Car Started Shaking Violently and Sounded Clunky. I had to pull over to the shoulder immediately. I Called my Mechanic and he told me not to drive it any Further So we Towed the vehicle to his shop. There was absolutely no warning signs. This was the only sign something was wrong.
#11708217 | POWER TRAIN | | N/A miles
I was driving on the freeway on Cruise Control going 80 mph. All the sudden my speedometer dropped and I had no power. My Transmission Light Started Blinking Cruise Control stopped working and my Car Started Shaking Violently and Sounded Clunky. I had to pull over to the shoulder immediately. I Called my Mechanic and he told me not to drive it any Further So we Towed the vehicle to his shop. There was absolutely no warning signs. This was the only sign something was wrong.
#11708057 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
It had a rough idle and took it to the dealer. Cam shaft failure most likely due to faulty lifters and engine replacement needed. Similar to known issues on this year and on years that are involved in recall. This could lead to engine failure and loss of propulsion like the newer years. Car has been properly maintained and serviced at dealer.
#11706451 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
Engine has low oil pressure at idle

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Safety Rating for the 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

General Motors, LLC has issued 16 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

PIT5481H — STEERING

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with additional information on the functionality of Lane Keep Assist. Starting with 2016 model year Lane Keep Assist Regular Production Option Code (UHX) replaced Lane Departure Warning Regular Production Option Code (UFL). Lane Keep Assist is designed to assist the driver in keeping...

150089004D — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.

PIT5448G — ENGINE

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician with a tip when the vehicle stops running after it has been idling for 2.5 hours. This is normal operation of the vehicle built with regular production code BTM and without Regular Production Option Code AVF. If the vehicle was built with regular...

20NA212 — EQUIPMENT

This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of IPC Gauges Inoperative or Fluctuate, No Crank, Start then Stall.

090604026S — EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.

20NA115 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

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.

PIT5487F — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have multiple messages on the driver information center Service Parking Assist System, Service Adaptive Cruise Control, Service Surround Vision Camera, and Service Driver Assist Message. The Front park, turn signal, day time running lights, and/or cornering lights...

PI0281H — STRUCTURE:BODY

This preliminary informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.

20NA037 — TRAILER HITCHES

This technical bulletin is providing a procedure to add additional sealant after repairing a trailer wiring harness with the condition of Unable to Start/Shut Off Vehicle, Extended Engine Crank Prior to Start, Battery Drain, Tail Lamps Inoperative, Unintended Brake Pedal Movement During Operation, and/or Traction Control/Stability System/ABS Indicators Illuminated due...

19NA218 — EQUIPMENT

This technical bulletin provides a service procedure to correct a condition of Ticking Noise from the Engine.

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2019 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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