CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (1 report).
2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT recalls
Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The front passenger air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture when the air bag deploys.
Passenger air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The front passenger air bag inflator in these vehicles uses phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant, which can degrade after long exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature cycling.
Most common 2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WAS UNABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. DIMMITT CADILLAC OF ST. PETERSBURG (3333 GANDY BLVD D, PINELLAS PARK, FL 33781, (727) 493-5067) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE FUEL CONTROL MODULE WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 31,472.
2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT questions
Does the 2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT: Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Power Train:Automatic Transmission; Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.