2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (2 reports).

5Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT recalls

Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin

Recall 21V050Feb 5, 20212,641,272 vehicles affected

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

Recall 21V052Feb 5, 2021557,023 vehicles affected

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.

Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments

Recall 21V053Feb 5, 2021692,526 vehicles affected

The front passenger air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture when the air bag deploys.

Electrical System

Recall 10V240Jun 4, 20101,365,070 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline

Recall 09V154May 6, 200927,188 vehicles affected

Most common 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags2
Tires1

What owners report

2024-05-10, Tires
The contact owns a 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Energy Saver A/S, Tire Size: P265/65/R18, DOT Number: M3KA. The contact stated the tires contain a tire identification number (TIN) that is missing the 4-digit week and year code mark. As such, these tires fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 574, "Tire Identification & Recordkeeping." Missing TIN information can make it difficult for tire owners to determine the age of the tires and/or identify the tire in the event of a recall, increasing the risk of driving with unsafe tires which could result in a crash. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified t
2018-02-28, Air Bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE "SERVICE THE AIR BAGS SOON" WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR WAS FLASHING NEAR THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY A DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER ISSUED ONE AIR BAG RECALL AND SIX TSBS ON THE AIR BAGS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016-08-03, Air Bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. 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. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 09/08/16*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER INFORMED HIM, NO FIX WAS NECESSARY. UPDATED 03/13/17.*JB

2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT questions

Does the 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT: Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Electrical System; Fuel System, Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (2), Tires (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT 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.

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