2010 Cadillac Escalade problems

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The Cadillac Escalade is a full-size luxury SUV manufactured by General Motors and marketed by their luxury division Cadillac. It was the luxury brand's first major entry into the SUV market. The Escalade was introduced for the 1999 model year in response to an influx of new luxury SUVs in the late 1990s such as the Mercedes-Benz M-Class, Range Rover, Lexus LX, and (especially) Ford's 1998 debut of the Lincoln Navigator. The Escalade project went into production only ten months after it was approved. The Escalade is built in Arlington, Texas. The term "escalade" refers to a siege warfare tactic of scaling defensive walls or ramparts with the aid of ladders or siege towers. More generally, it is a French word which is the noun-equivalent form of the French verb escalader, which means "to climb or scale".

The Escalade is currently sold in North America and select international markets (Europe and Asia) where Cadillac has official sales channels. The Escalade ESV (Escalade Stretch Vehicle) is sold in North America, Russia, and the Middle East, but is only available by special order in some international markets. The right-hand-drive Escalade and Escalade ESV are available through third-party conversion specialists without official agreement with Cadillac in Australian, Oceanic, and Japanese markets.

On August 8, 2023, GM unveiled the Escalade IQ, an all-electric version of the Escalade, and the third model in Cadillac's EV line, after the Celestiq, and Lyriq. It is expected to go on sale in late 2024 for the 2025 model year, with a starting price of $130,000.

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Common 2010 Cadillac Escalade problems

Based on the complaints from owners of the 2010 Cadillac Escalade, several common problems have been reported:

  • Suspension Failure: The 2014 model year has been highlighted as particularly problematic, with reports of an uncomfortable ride experience. Owners have expressed dissatisfaction with the ride quality, especially on surface streets, describing it as jarring and not in line with the luxury expectations of the vehicle.
  • Engine Problems: Complaints have included engine issues, which can significantly impact the performance and reliability of the vehicle. Specific details on the nature of these engine problems are not provided in the search results but are commonly reported by owners.
  • Harsh Ride Quality: Alongside suspension issues, complaints about a harsh ride quality have been prevalent among owners. This problem can affect the overall driving experience and comfort expected from a luxury SUV like the Cadillac Escalade.

These problems highlight some of the key issues faced by owners of the 2010 Cadillac Escalade. Addressing these concerns is crucial to maintaining the performance, safety, and overall satisfaction of owning this luxury SUV.

2010 Cadillac Escalade engine

How many miles will a 2010 Cadillac Escalade last?

200,000 miles

Cadillac Escalades are known for their robust construction and reliable engineering, which contribute to their longevity on the road. With proper maintenance and care, most Cadillac Escalades can last well over 200,000 miles, making them a durable and dependable option for long-term ownership.

Do Cadillac Escalades have transmission problems?

Understanding Cadillac Escalade Transmission Problems

Some owners have reported experiencing transmission problems, which can be concerning. These problems may manifest as rough shifting, delays in gear engagement, or even complete transmission failure.

What are the best years for Escalade?

A: The 2002, 2013, and 2014 model years are considered the most reliable for the Cadillac Escalade. These years offer a quality driving experience and are less likely to encounter expensive repairs over time.

Is Cadillac Escalade high maintenance?

According to RepairPal, an information hub for auto repairs, Cadillacs cost on average $783 to repair. Specific models will be more expensive. For instance, the Cadillac Escalade, a top-end SUV, generates an average yearly repair bill of about $1,200, according to RepairPal.

Is Cadillac Escalade high maintenance?

According to RepairPal, an information hub for auto repairs, Cadillacs cost on average $783 to repair. Specific models will be more expensive. For instance, the Cadillac Escalade, a top-end SUV, generates an average yearly repair bill of about $1,200, according to RepairPal.

How many miles will a 2010 Cadillac Escalade last?

200,000 miles

Cadillac Escalades are known for their robust construction and reliable engineering, which contribute to their longevity on the road. With proper maintenance and care, most Cadillac Escalades can last well over 200,000 miles, making them a durable and dependable option for long-term ownership.

Do Cadillac Escalades have transmission problems?

Understanding Cadillac Escalade Transmission Problems

Some owners have reported experiencing transmission problems, which can be concerning. These problems may manifest as rough shifting, delays in gear engagement, or even complete transmission failure.

Is it expensive to fix a Cadillac Escalade?

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance Costs

A Cadillac Escalade will cost about $12,933 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service. This beats the industry average for luxury SUV models by $2,781. There is also a 36.55% chance that an Escalade will require a major repair during that time.

2010 Cadillac Escalade car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Cadillac Escalade problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Air bags problems
  • Electrical system problems
  • Engine problems
  • Unknown or other problems
  • Tires problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2010 Cadillac Escalade vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Latest 25 complaints 2010 Cadillac Escalade

The NHTSA has received 42 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2010 Cadillac Escalade. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2010 Cadillac Escalade vehicles.

2023-12-18

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-12-16
  • VIN: 3GYVKMEF8AG
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: My son was driving home from work down Highway 288 in Houston and the car just died and did not start. The door locks were going up and down like it was trying to reset and lock the car. I had it fixed and they said it was the fuel pump was out. We had the fuel pump fixed and a new battery put in. Would this cause it to loose power immediately and the door locks to go crazy?
2023-07-07

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2023-02-01
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Escalade equipped with Uniroyal Tires, Tire Line: PAW Touring, Tire Size: 285/45/R22, DOT Number: (Unavailable). The contact stated that upon inspection, it was discovered that all four tires had experienced tread separation and the steel belts were exposed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 9,000.
2021-05-24

ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-05-14
  • VIN: 1GYUKEEJ3AR
  • Components: ENGINE
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated with an abnormal sound. The contact changed the spark plugs, wires and coils however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the lifters to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000.
2021-03-26

AIR BAGS,POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-03-01
  • VIN: 1GYUKAEF2AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS,POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT
  • Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V050000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED IMPERIAL VALLEY CHEVROLET BUICK GMC CADILLAC (602 WAKE AVE, EL CENTRO, CA 92243) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THEY NEITHER HAD THE TOOLS NOR THE PROCEDURE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THEY KNEW NOTHING ABOUT THE RECALL. THE CONTACT WAS TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER NUMBER HOWEVER, THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2021-03-17

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-03-17
  • VIN: 1GYUKJEF9AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V050000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED MICHAEL CADILLAC (5787 N BLACKSTONE AVE, FRESNO, CA 93710) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2020-12-08

SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-09-01
  • VIN: 1GYUKEEJ5AR
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
  • Summary: SOMETIMES WHILE BRAKING IT NEEDS MUCH MORE FORCE, MEANING I HAVE TO PUSH THE BRAKE ALL THE WAY DOWN. ALSO IT FEELS LIKE THEY STICK AT TIMES. I SAW THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE 2015-2018 FOR THIS ISSUE BUT IT MAY GO BACK FURTHER.
2020-05-18

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-05-18
  • VIN: 1GYUKBEF1AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. A LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2020-05-11

ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-03-09
  • VIN: 1GYUKEEJ9AR
  • Components: ENGINE
  • Summary: EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS SHRED OFF CAUSING ENGINE MISFIRE. LEADING TO A VERY COSTLY REPAIR. MECH. SAID THAT THIS HAPPENS ON ALL THE GM OF A SIMILAR DESIGN, AT HIGHWAY SPEED DON'T NOTICE THE ROUGHNESS. WHEN YOU COME TO A STOP AND CAN REALLY FEEL THE CYLINDER MISS FIRING. FAULT CODE SAID NUMBER WAS MIS-FIRING. *TR
2020-03-19

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-05-27
  • VIN: 1GYUKAEF3AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: SAYS REMEDY STILL NOT AVAILABLE... WHEN WILL THE AIR BAG BE FIXED OR REPLACED? VIN: [XXX] YEAR: 2010 MAKE: CADILLAC MODEL: ESCALADE NUMBER OF OPEN RECALLS: 1 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: OPENS NEW WINDOW TAKES AWAY FROM VIN LOOKUP SECTION> 16V381 RECALL DATE: MAY 27, 2016 MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER: 2049151 SUMMARY: TAKATA CORPORATION (?TAKATA?) HAS DECIDED THAT A DEFECT WHICH RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS IN CERTAIN 2007-2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT, CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO 1500, SUBURBAN, TAHOE, GMC SIERRA 1500, YUKON, YUKON XL, AND 2009-2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500/3500 AND GMC SIERRA 2500/3500 VEHICLES. THIS IS BASED UPON TAKATA?S DECISION THAT FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATORS IT SUPPLIED TO GM ARE DEFECTIVE. GM HAS SUBMITTED TO NHTSA A PETITION FOR INCONSEQUENTIAL AND NHTSA HAS GRANTED GM UNTIL AUGUST 2017 TO COMPLETE ITS INVESTIGATION AND TO SUBMIT ALL DATA SUPPORTING THE PETITION. IF THE PETITION IS DENIED, GM WILL CONDUCT A RECALL OF THE AIRBAG INFLATORS COVERED BY TAKATAS DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.REGULATIONS.GOV AND SEARCH FOR DOCKET NO. NHTSA-2016-0124. SAFETY RISK: THE PROPELLANT IN SOME TYPES OF TAKATA AIRBAG INFLATORS CAN DEGRADE OVER TIME, ESPECIALLY AFTER LONG TERM EXPOSURE IN HOT AND HUMID REGIONS. IF THE PROPELLANT DEGRADES TO A CERTAIN LEVEL, THE INFLATORS MAY RUPTURE DURING DEPLOYMENT, CAUSING SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURIES. REMEDY: THE NECESSITY OF A REMEDY IS DEPENDENT UPON NHTSA'S DECISION ON GM?S PETITION FOR INCONSEQUENTIAL. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOLLOWING THAT DECISION. IN THE MEANTIME, YOU CAN ALSO CHECK THE STATUS OF THIS RECALL AT MY.GM.COM/RECALLS. GM CONSIDERS YOUR VEHICLE SAFE TO DRIVE. RECALL STATUS: RECALL INCOMPLETE. REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2019-10-21

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-10-09
  • VIN: 1GYUCCEF2AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: 1UNREPAIRED RECALLS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS VIN MAY 27,2016 MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER2049151 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER16V381 RECALL STATUSRECALL INCOMPLETE, REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE SUMMARY TAKATA CORPORATION ('TAKATA') HAS DECIDED THAT A DEFECT WHICH RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS IN CERTAIN 2007-2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT, CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO 1500, SUBURBAN, TAHOE, GMC SIERRA 1500, YUKON, YUKON XL, AND 2009-2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500/3500 AND GMC SIERRA 2500/3500 VEHICLES. THIS IS BASED UPON TAKATA'S DECISION THAT FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATORS IT SUPPLIED TO GM ARE DEFECTIVE. GM HAS SUBMITTED TO NHTSA A PETITION FOR INCONSEQUENTIALITY AND NHTSA HAS GRANTED GM UNTIL AUGUST 2017 TO COMPLETE ITS INVESTIGATION AND TO SUBMIT ALL DATA SUPPORTING THE PETITION. IF THE PETITION IS DENIED, GM WILL CONDUCT A RECALL OF THE AIRBAG INFLATORS COVERED BY TAKATA'S DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.REGULATIONS.GOV AND SEARCH FOR DOCKET NO. NHTSA-2016-0124. SAFETY RISK THE PROPELLANT IN SOME TYPES OF TAKATA AIRBAG INFLATORS CAN DEGRADE OVER TIME, ESPECIALLY AFTER LONG TERM EXPOSURE IN HOT AND HUMID REGIONS. IF THE PROPELLANT DEGRADES TO A CERTAIN LEVEL, THE INFLATORS MAY RUPTURE DURING DEPLOYMENT, CAUSING SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURIES. THE AIRBAG INDICATOR HAS COME ON. I OWN TWO CADILLAC VEHICLES AND COINCIDENTALLY THEY HAVE THE SAME RECALL AND, THE SAME INDICATOR LIGHT HAS ILLUMINATED ON BOTH VEHICLES. I AM CONCERNED THAT THIS RECALL IS A POTENTIAL HAZARD. WE LIVE IN FLORIDA WHERE IT'S HOT, SO WE CONSTANTLY DRIVE IN THE SUN. FOR BOTH VEHICLES TO HAVE A RECALL AND NOW BOTH INDICATORS FOR AIRBAGS ARE ILLUMINATED I BELIEVE THAT THIS MAY BE APART OF THIS TAKATA ISSUE.
2019-10-16

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-10-15
  • VIN: 1GYUKEEJ4AR
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: AT A STOPLIGHT ON AN OVERPASS THE CAR SHUT OFF AND WOULDN'T RESTART FOR 10 MINUTES. AFTER IT RESTARTED AND WE CONTINUED TO DRIVE AND GET ON THE HIGHWAY. THE CAR SHUTOFF WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. POWER STEERING WAS COMPLETELY LOST. WE WERE ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. AFTER 5 MINUTES OR SO CAR RESTARTED. THERE WAS A CADILLAC DEALER WITHIN 10 MILES SO WE CONTINUED ON TO TRY AND GET THERE. THE CAR SHUTOFF AGAIN GETTING OFF THE HIGHWAY ON THE EXIT RAMP AND AGAIN LOST POWER STEERING. AGAIN WAITED FOR 5 MINUTES THE CAR RESTARTED. SAME THING HAPPENED PULLING INTO THE DEALER PARKING LOT. WE WERE LUCKY THERE WASN'T MUCH TRAFFIC ON THE HIGHWAY OR I WOULD IMAGINE WE COULD HAVE VERY LIKELY CAUSED A BAD ACCIDENT WITH THE CAR SHUTTING OFF AT 60 MPH WITH NO STEERING. WE WERE IN A RURAL AREA WHERE THE HIGHWAY DEATH TOLL IS HIGH. I HAVE READ NUMEROUS CASES OF OTHER ESCALADE OWNERS HAVING THIS SAME PROBLEM.
2019-08-27

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-08-27
  • VIN: 1GYUCCEF5AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. *JB
2019-08-26

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2012-07-01
  • VIN: 1GYUKBEF1AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000(AIR BAGS). LANDERS CHEVROLET CADILLAC OF JOPLIN (4630 E 32ND ST, JOPLIN, MO 64804, 417-317-5175) STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2019-03-12

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-03-12
  • VIN: 1GYUCJEF6AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TAKATA RECALL I DRIVE A LOT AND DONT FEEL LIKE I SHOULD BE DRIVING MY FAMILY AROUND INA VEHICLE THAT THE AIR BAGS CAN EXPLODE
2019-01-03

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-06-07
  • VIN: 1GYUKCEF4AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED AIRPORT CHEVROLET BUICK GMC AT (541) 770-1300 (LOCATED AT 3001 BIDDLE RD, MEDFORD, OR 97504) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2018-06-13

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2017-05-15
  • VIN: 1GYUKAEF3AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE CALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (ALASKA SALES AND SERVICE ANCHORAGE, 1300 E 5TH AVE, ANCHORAGE, AK 99501, (877) 434-0231) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2018-05-24

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-05-24
  • VIN: 1GYUKAEF5AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. FAULKNER CADILLAC TREVOSE (4447 E STREET RD, FEASTERVILLE-TREVOSE, PA 19053, (866) 722-7910) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WERE NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2018-02-22

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-06-01
  • VIN: 1GYUKBEF5AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TAKATA RECALL HENNESSY CADILLAC AT 3377 SATELLITE BLVD, DULUTH, GA 30096 HAS TOLD ME THAT THEY DON'T HAVE THE PART IN YET TO FIX IT. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER BACK IN 2016 AND THEY STILL DON'T HAVE IN THE PART? WHY NOT? I AM AFRAID TO BE IN THIS CAR AND I LIVE IN A HOT STATE, GEORGIA. I WANT IT FIXED ASAP!!! PLEASE HELP ME MAKE THIS HAPPEN.
2018-01-24

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-01-24
  • VIN: 1GYUKBEF5AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE MADE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO HAVE THE AIRBAG REPLACED BASED ON THE RECALL. I CONTACTED BENTLEY CADIILLAC TODAY AT 1:02 PM, SPOKE WITH "JD" AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY DO NOT HAVE THAT PART AND THEY CAN NOT GET IT BECAUSE TAKATA WENT BANKRUPT.
2017-12-13

SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2013-11-13
  • VIN: 1GYUKKEF2AR
  • Components: SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
  • Summary: - TAKATA RECALL...STILL AWAITING REPLACEMENT!!! - SHOCKS WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. TOOK VEHICLE TO LOCAL DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THAT MY WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED SO I WAS CHARGED FOR THE REPAIRS WHEN IN FACT MY WARRANTY WAS STILL IN EFFECT
2017-11-15

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2017-11-15
  • VIN: 1GYUKBEF3AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TAKATA RECALL - HAVE MADE NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS TO CLARIFY RECALL AT DEALERSHIP WITH NO CONCLUSION. DEALERSHIP SAYS NO RECALL AND REPLACEMENT IS AVAILABLE ALTHOUGH WE HAVE RECEIVED INFORMATION THAT THE VEHICLE IS AFFECTED BY THE TAKATA DEFECT. IN A LETTER RE: TK HOLDINGS INC IT SPECIFICALLY READS IN BOLD SCRIPT, "IF YOUR VEHICLE CONTAINS A DEFECTIVE OR POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE AIRBAG INFLATOR AND IS UNDER RECALL, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST DEALERSHIP IMMEDIATELY TO SCHEDULE A FREE REPAIR." DEALERSHIP SAYS THEY NO NOTHING ABOUT THIS. I READ THAT GM HAD UNTIL AUGUST 2017 TO REMEDY SITUATION BUT HAVE NOT HEARD RESULTS.
2017-11-09

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2017-11-09
  • VIN: 1GYUKCEFXAR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE TWO KIDS AND AM SCARED TO DRIVE MY CAR WITH THIS RECALL. ITS BEEN OVER 2 YEARS SINCE THE FIRST CONTACT WITH GM. AT THAT TIME THEY SAID THEY WOULD FOLLOW UP WITH ME AND STILL NEVER HAVE. I CHECKED THE STATUS ON THEIR WEBSITE AND IT SAYS: RECALL STATUS: INCOMPLETE. REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE NOT SURE WHAT TO DO. PLEASE HELP!
2017-11-01

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-06-01
  • VIN: 1GYUKKEF0AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: TAKATA RECALL, I'VE BEEN TRYING TO GET MY AIRBAG REPLACED FOR OVER A YEAR. I'M WORRIED BECAUSE MY SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT IS NOW ON. THE DEALERSHIP INITIALLY TOLD ME THAT THEY RAN OUT OF AIRBAGS. NOW THEY'RE TELLING THERE'S BEEN AN APPEAL AND I HAVE TO WAIT.
2017-10-31

AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2014-08-02
  • VIN: 1GYUKBEF5AR
  • Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: I CALLED ALL THE DEALERS LISTED ON YOUR WEB SITE TO HAVE THE AIR BAGS REPLACED BUT THEY SAID THEY DONT HAVE THE PART AND CANT GET IT RK CHEV TOLD ME TO GO TO A CADILLAC DEALER AND THEY DONT HAVE IT SO WHAT DO I DO, ALSO THE ENGINE HAS ATICKING NOISE SINCES THE TIME I GOT THE CAR AND THEY SAY ITS NOTHING BUT IT STILL DOING IT TICKING AND THERE ARE A LOT OF PEOPLE WITH THE SAME COMPLAINT
2017-10-19

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2017-10-18
  • VIN: 1GYUKCEFXAR
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: "TAKATA RECALL" NOTICE

2010 Cadillac Escalade recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2010 Cadillac Escalade.

2021-02-05
  • Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
  • Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
  • Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and Sierra 3500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
  • Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
  • Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 22, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 1, 2021. 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 N212328760.
2021-02-05
  • Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
  • Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
  • Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and VI or "Zone A." Additionally GM is recalling certain 2011-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL and 2011-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AZ, AR, DE, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV or "Zone B." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2010-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL and 2010-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
  • Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
  • Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed to 40 VIN owners on May 11, 2021. A second owner notification letter was mailed to all other owners on January 24, 2022. 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 N212328800.
2021-02-05
  • Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
  • Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
  • Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2010 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2009 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C."
  • Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
  • Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 24, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 11, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212328790.

Negative 2010 Cadillac Escalade car reviews

  1. Gerson Bechtelar 2024-10-07

    I owned a 2007 Yukon that unfortunately had a lot of problems. There were serious electrical issues that made us feel unsafe driving it with our children. We took it in for repairs about 4 times, but the issues persisted, so we decided to trade it in for an Escalade AWD. However, we were disappointed to find that the Escalade was not as well-built as we had hoped. In fact, it turned out to be the worst vehicle I have ever owned. Within just 8 months, it had to be taken to the shop about 12 times for various problems. The most dangerous issue was the engine cutting off while driving on the interstate. It was a super dangerous vehicle! When I took it in for repairs, there were about 5 other Escalades in the shop for similar problems. Eventually, I decided to purchase a Volvo XC70 loaded and I absolutely love it!

  2. Brain Towne 2024-10-02

    I returned to GM after a disappointing experience with Range Rover. Both vehicles I owned turned out to be maintenance nightmares within 6 months. Unfortunately, my 2009 ESV has been in the shop twice in the last 6 months. The first time was due to an electronic issue and just yesterday, my transmission failed with only 13k miles on it. This is not a good sign. I hope my dealership can resolve the issue soon.

  3. Keeley McKenzie 2024-08-21

    I have owned 3 Range Rovers from 2005 up until 2008 and I must say, I regret getting rid of my Range Rover. The difference in quality between my previous car and my current one is like going from a Porsche to a scooter. Unfortunately, the stitching is poorly done and the fake wood trim looks like plastic. Even from a side rear view, the Escalade doesn't look very appealing. The Escalade also idles very roughly, but I suppose that's to be expected from a GM car. It's possible that the car was built in a hurry by robots. Fortunately, I lease this car, so I can't wait to switch back to my beloved Range Rover.

  4. Braxton Larson 2024-07-27

    I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my experience with my 08 Escalade. While it drives okay, it's not the best around corners, and the auto box sometimes struggles to keep up with the engine. Unfortunately, the build quality was a downfall for me and ultimately led me to switch to a LR3 Land Rover, which I find much nicer to drive.

  5. Louvenia Miller 2024-05-25

    This is my first caddy and my last. However, I must say that it looks great and has tons of room. Although it drives like a mack truck and feels like something is going to break when you go over a bump, it's not all bad. I sure miss my range Rover, but I'm grateful that I never went off-road.

Positive 2010 Cadillac Escalade car reviews

  1. Cordell Kutch 2024-11-27

    This thing is really awesome! It has more power than anything I've driven before. I love the great style both inside and out. Honestly, I haven't found a single thing that I don't like about it.

  2. Grady Adams 2024-11-15

    This Caddy (ESV) is amazing! The sheer presence is so impressive that everyone who sees it loves it. When you quickly accelerate, the exhaust reminds me of the race cars in 'Days of Thunder'. What a sound! It's almost better than my Vet. When you enter the car at night, the lighting, both inside and out, is unbelievable. Everything about this vehicle exudes luxury. I have read some complaints about the transmission, but I personally like the way it works. It tends to quickly go to the next gear. You have to go nearly 80 MPH to get to 2K PRM - the engine is just amazing. Still, if you're in a hurry, you just need to punch it and it takes off. Like the TV ad says, if the Escalade had a bathroom, I'd live in it!

  3. Paul Macejkovic 2024-10-20

    Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with my 2007 and 2008 ESV - both Black on Black with 24

  4. Hiram Kris 2024-10-05

    My wife really loves the car. We added 22

  5. Waldo Nicolas 2024-09-15

    Cadillac is really on a roll, and the Escalade is no exception. It boasts great looks, lots of luxury features, 403 hp, and an exhaust note that sounds like a muscle car. I never thought I would buy an SUV, but the Escalade sold itself. What surprised me most was the power and exhaust note, which are both quick (for an SUV) and sound great. The handling also really impressed me, as it handles like a much smaller car. The only negatives I could find are the old-school tilt-only steering wheel, the third-row seat (which lacks room and power-folding), and a light in the rear of the car that rattles. However, the GPS in this car is absolutely fantastic and is the highlight of an already great interior. Overall, it's just a fantastic SUV!

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