CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Cadillac Escalade has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 230 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 7 fires, 30 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (116 reports).
2007 Cadillac Escalade 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 problems
Problem areas named in the 230 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 116 |
| Electrical System | 34 |
| Engine | 33 |
| Structure | 19 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 15 |
| Power Train | 14 |
| Suspension | 12 |
| Seats | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
What owners report
The contact owned a 2007 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, there was an area where the pavement was incomplete and caused the vehicle to go off-road and into the woods, and the vehicle crashed into the trees, where it came to a stop. The ABS and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was deemed a total loss. The steering wheel and driverâs seat air bag had not deployed. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The contact was taken to a hospital and was treated for a fractured fibula and sternum and was receiving physical rehabilitation for the injuries. A police report was filed. The dealer was not contacted. The
The contact owns a 2007 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that upon approaching the parked vehicle, he discovered that all the air bags had deployed without impact. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic test; however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the air bag deployment. The contact then discovered that the vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags). The dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.
Airbags warning light is on
I started the car and noticed a smell. Then my red battery light came on and a notification that my battery was not charging. I drove less than a mile and noticed smoke under my hood. I pulled over to a safe place and opened the hood to see flames around my alternator.
Entire information cluster has lost power vehicle halts to a stop in mid driving breaking response is sometimes hard sometimes very loose intermittent warning lights
2007 Cadillac Escalade questions
Does the 2007 Cadillac Escalade have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2007 Cadillac Escalade: 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?
Based on 230 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (116), Electrical System (34), Engine (33).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 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.