Every 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 25V274000
Apr 24, 2025Engine and Engine Cooling:Engine:Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
- Risk
- Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
Full recall details for 25V274000 →Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 24V674000
Dec 9, 2024Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Brake Fluid Low Warning: LampOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Risk
- Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.
Full recall details for 24V674000 →Suspension · NHTSA 23V642000
Sep 20, 2023Suspension:Rear
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The rear suspension outer control arm bolts may not have been properly heat-treated, which can cause the bolts to break.
- Risk
- A broken suspension bolt can result in misalignment of the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace both rear suspension outer control arm bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232415910.
Full recall details for 23V642000 →Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 22V903000
Aug 12, 2022Exterior Lighting:Lighting Control Module:SoftwareOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
Full recall details for 22V903000 →
2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 90 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV, reporting 3 crashes. Cadillac has issued at least 855 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Engine64
- Power Train20
- Fuel/Propulsion System11
- Electrical System10
- Engine and Engine Cooling7
- Unknown Or Other6
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (243)
- Unknown Or Other (235)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (139)
- Equipment (130)
- Power Train (102)
- Engine (72)
Read Cadillac Escalade ESV owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in 4 investigations. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 90 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Crash
“The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that while driving 45-50 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer with the assistance of a Police patrol.”
2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESVApr 18, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11655382
Crash
“We were traveling on a highway trip, approximately 71 miles from home the engine made a brief grinding noise and then with in about 2 seconds the engine completely shut down and stopped running.”
2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESVApr 14, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11654411
Crash
“I was on highway and car all the sudden started slowing down and stopped completely and I wasn't able to start it back. I had to tow it to closest dealership It happened [XXX] 9/16/2024 car was transferred to another dealership cadillac of Manhattan.”
2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESVJan 21, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11637496
“On September 24, 2024, my 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV stalled while I was driving in traffic and would not restart. I was unable to proceed normally at a green light, creating a risk of a rear-end or other collision. I have video footage of the vehicle unable to proceed.”
2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESVOct 5, 2026 · CO
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11769134
“I am filing this safety complaint regarding a critical, unresolved mechanical defect in my 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV (approx. 80,000 miles). The dealership (Earnhardt Chandler Cadillac) notified me that my vehicle required an engine replacement under a recall/warranty service.”
2023 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESVOct 1, 2026 · AZ
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11768336
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