CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 39 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (14 reports).
2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV recalls
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin
Certain 2007 full-size GM trucks and SUVs have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator that uses non-desiccated phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin
Certain 2007 to 2009 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles have a passenger-side frontal air bag inflator that uses non-desiccated phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant.
Most common 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV problems
Problem areas named in the 39 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 14 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 9 |
| Engine | 8 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 4 |
| Suspension | 3 |
| Seats | 3 |
| Tires | 2 |
What owners report
AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON WHILE WE TOOK A TRIP TO BIG BEAR WITH FRIENDS, TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THE CONNECTORS UNDER THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WERE MELTED, GOT THE CONNECTORS CHANGED, AIRBAG MODULE REPLACED, AIRBAG LIGHT IS STILL ON. I OWN A RENTAL COMPANY AND I'M NOT ABLE TO RENT THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG RECALL FOR THE PAST YEAR, AND GM WON'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. THIS RECALL NEEDS TO BE PERFORMED.
FAULTY BEARINGS ON CAMSHAFT FAILING CAUSING INADEQUATE OIL PRESSURE RESULTING IN "LIMP MODE", SUBSEQUENTLY LEADING TO ENGINE FAILURE AND ILLUMINATION OF STABILITRAK, ABS AND PARKING ASSIST ICONS. "LIMP MODE" CUTS ENGINE OFF AND DRIVER LOSES ABILITY TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE, 1 FATALITY AND 3 INJURIES HAVE RESULTED BECAUSE OF THIS.
TAKATA AIRBAGS, WAITING FOR YEARS NOW TO GET REPLACE. WILL NOT HELP ME SOLVE THIS ISSUE. CALLED 4 TIMES ABOUT REPLACEMENT PARTS AND TELL ME THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THEM.
WAITING TO GET AIRBAGS TO GET PART TO FIX SINCE 2007 AND NO HELP TO SOLVE ISSUE SINCE MAY 2016, WHEN IT WAS RECALLED AND THEY WILL NOT GIVE ME A DISCOUNT TO GET A DIFFERENT SUV OR FIX THE AIR BAG.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG SENSOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND "SERVICE AIR BAG" WAS DISPLAYED. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND LOCAL DEALER (CREST CADILLAC, 12800 WEST CAPITAL DR, BROOKSVILLE, WI) WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS) IN JUNE OF 2016. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS TO REPAIR THE FAILURE WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 84,000. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV questions
Does the 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV: Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Electrical System; Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV?
Based on 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (14), Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (9), Engine (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.