2021 Cadillac Escalade Recalls & Known Issues
Check recalls and known issues for the 2021 Cadillac Escalade. Safety information and reliability rating.
Reliability Overview
averageThe 2021 Cadillac Escalade has multiple safety recalls including engine, seat belt, and lighting issues, with some owners reporting infotainment and camera problems. While GM addresses defects at no cost, the number and severity of recalls suggest average reliability compared to luxury SUV peers.
Open Recalls (4)
Engine
Manufacturing defects in connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may cause engine damage and failure in 2021–2024 Cadillac Escalades with the 6.2L V8 (L87) engine.
Campaign: 25V-274 | Reported: 2025-04-24
Exterior Lighting
Daytime running lamps (DRLs) may not deactivate when headlamps are on, causing glare that increases crash risk.
Campaign: 22V-827 | Reported: 2022-11-01
Seat Belts
Third-row outboard seat belts may have been entrapped or misrouted behind the seat-folding mechanism during assembly, risking improper restraint.
Campaign: 21V-190 | Reported: 2021-03-15
Seat Belts
Front passenger seat belt and airbag indicator lights may not be visible under 'night mode' in certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV vehicles, violating federal safety standards.
Campaign: 24V-000 | Reported: 2024-01-10
Known Issues
Electronic brake control module software failure
Typical mileage: 10,000-30,000
$0 - $0
Rear camera display intermittent failure
Typical mileage: 5,000-20,000
$300 - $1,200
Infotainment system black screen or resetting
Typical mileage: 5,000-15,000
$0 - $800
Third-row seat belt routing error
Typical mileage: 0-5,000
$0 - $0
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