2002 Cadillac Escalade Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2002 Cadillac Escalade recalls

Most common 2002 Cadillac Escalade problems

Problem areas named in the 115 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	30
Electrical System	16
Service Brakes	11
Power Train	10
Structure	8
Suspension	8
Seats	7
Steering	7
Visibility	6
Seat Belts	6

What owners report

2025-10-06, Wheels
The contact owns a 2002 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of fuel. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. In addition, the contact stated that there was an abnormal scraping sound coming from the front wheel hubs on the driver’s and passenger’s side wheels. There was no warning light illuminated. Additionally, there was brake fluid leaking from the brake lines, causing the braking distance to be extended. The contact was provided with an estimate for the repair. The vehicle was

2025-01-19, Service Brakes
Purchased this vehicle from a friend who was inherited from his father’s estate. He hadn’t driven the vehicle for sometime. When meeting up at the DMV to transfer ownership he noticed that the brakes were spongy. And purchased some brake fluid in case the fluid was low. Neither my friend or myself are mechanically impaired so We made the exchange of ownership and went on our way home. When we arrived my step father felt the need to investigate the issue. He discovered that every brake line under the drivers seat back approximately 24” were so rusted and soaked with brake fluid that fluid was dripping and making a puddle and was unable to pinpoint where the hole was at that time. We dec

2024-11-16, Service Brakes
The problem is in the anti-lock braking system. When the vehicle slows to under 15 mph. and you apply the brakes the brake pedal" kick back" occurs with loss of braking . Making the vehicle a hazard to drive. Now with repeated depression of the brake pedal the vehicle does stop. But, if you are approaching a stopped car or some other stationary object a collision could occur. Thankfully this has not happened to me or my wife, as we are aware of this condition and prepare for it while stopping the car. The reason why this happens is because GM no longer produces the part that would alleviate this condition. The part is known as a Brake Pressure Warning Switch, part # 88983914. It is part of t

2024-08-14, Unknown Or Other
Driving carefully out of [XXX] here in Walker Minnesota using the newly opened east side of the parking lot exit and 50 feet later as I accelerated the Heavy Full size spare tire fell from under the rear of the truck and my 2002 Cadillac EXT left the ground as the tire bounced back up against the truck!!! If we had been going faster and in a Different area we may have been Killed! It's a terrible design to store a full size and very heavy spare tire. Thanks INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2021-06-23, Suspension
Service Ride control and stability control system lights have been flashing the instrument panel cluster on my dash will cut off and not illuminate once it's time to turn the head lights on there is a ticking /clicking noise when first cranked up and as the gas is pushed and when accelerated and when driving over 65 mph the vehicle will start swaying to the point of being uncontrollably.

2002 Cadillac Escalade questions

Does the 2002 Cadillac Escalade have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2002 Cadillac Escalade: Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Cadillac Escalade?

Based on 115 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (30), Electrical System (16), Service Brakes (11).

How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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.