2022 Cadillac Escalade Recalls & Known Issues
Check recalls and known issues for the 2022 Cadillac Escalade. Safety information and reliability rating.
Reliability Overview
below averageThe 2022 Cadillac Escalade has multiple safety recalls and a relatively high number of owner complaints, particularly involving the engine, powertrain, and electrical systems. Reliability is below average for a full-size luxury SUV, and major engine or transmission repairs can be expensive.
Open Recalls (3)
Seat Belts
The rivet securing the third-row seat-belt buckle to its mounting bracket may have been improperly formed, allowing the buckle to separate and fail to properly restrain an occupant.
Campaign: 22V617000 | Reported: 2022-08-11
Exterior Lighting
The daytime running lights may not deactivate when the headlights are turned on, failing to comply with federal lighting requirements.
Campaign: 22V903000 | Reported: 2022-12-08
Power Train: Automatic Transmission
The transmission control valve may experience excess wear, causing harsh shifting and, in rare cases, momentary rear-wheel lockup or rear wheels that remain locked.
Campaign: 26V085000 | Reported: 2026-02-13
Known Issues
Engine problems, including internal mechanical failures and loss of power
Typical mileage: 10,000-80,000
$1,000 - $12,000
Transmission hesitation, harsh shifting, or delayed engagement
Typical mileage: 20,000-100,000
$500 - $6,000
Infotainment screen freezes, reboots, or loses connectivity
Typical mileage: 0-60,000
$150 - $2,500
Electrical faults involving warning lights, sensors, or vehicle modules
Typical mileage: 0-80,000
$200 - $3,000
Air suspension compressor or ride-height system problems
Typical mileage: 30,000-100,000
$800 - $3,500
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