The 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (8 reports).
2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV recalls
Front Wheel Bolts May Loosen or Break, Risking Crash
Some 2025-2026 full-size SUVs with 24-inch wheels may have incorrect bolts installed on the left and right front wheel hubs.
Most common 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV problems
Problem areas named in the 14 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 8 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
My engine had a malfunction. My safety was put at risk due to not knowing if the vehicle would stop before I was able to safely get it to be checked. The dealer has been confirmed by the dealer as engine failure due to bearing failure. This was determined by metal pieces in the oil pan. There were no warning signs, including no warning lights.
Second screen in my 2025 Cadillac Escalade burned my daughter at 158 degrees.
On XXX, I picked up my 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV, VIN [XXX], from Open Road Cadillac after a replacement 6.2L V8 engine had been installed following failure of the original engine. Approximately one mile after leaving the dealership, the engine temperature rose to approximately 297°F. The vehicle displayed a critical oil-pressure/no-oil warning, coolant leaked from the vehicle, and the replacement engine produced a loud metallic knocking/clanking sound and had difficulty starting. The vehicle could not be safely operated and was returned to the dealership. The dealership subsequently advised me that a coolant hose/component had come off and caused the coolant loss. I was later advised that
Car was driving fine, randomly at 10k miles, the car started turning off. Thank god I had reached my house before it died out on me. I called the Cadillac dealer and brought it in. Apparently a plug was fusing, which caused a shortage to the engine.
In August 2025 I purchased a brand new 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport Platinum. Purchase Price $155,000. I maintained the car to the highest level possible since taking ownership. The total miles put on the car between August 2025 and May 2026 was 6,142. On May 14, 2026 at approx. 8am EST I was driving the car southbound on Alternate AIA (going from my house to my office). As the car was approaching the intersection of Alternate AIA and Hood Road the engine stopped running and turned off. The Car rolled to a stop and the dashboard displayed a message of "please push the start button". The electronics of the car were fully functional, the dashboard was on and I was able to roll the win
2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV questions
Does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV: Front Wheel Bolts May Loosen or Break, Risking Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (8), Power Train (4), Electrical System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2025 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.