repaired · 2022 Q4
Tires
Risk. Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss.
2020 Cadillac Escalade ESVProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 22 owner complaints about the 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-115 the manufacturer reports only 75% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 21, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV has problems
22 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
14Engine
4Air bags3 crash/fire/injury
4Wheels3 crash/fire/injury
3Fuel/propulsion system2 crash/fire/injury
2Power train
2Structure
1Steering
1Forward collision avoidance
1Electrical system
22 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 14 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 3 |
| Wheels | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 2 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| 2 other systems | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Cadillac.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other Escalade ESV year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Escalade ESV median. How we score
'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV safety ratings
2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 3 stars (21.2% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What Escalade ESV owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
This vehicle is equipped with the 6.2 V8 engine we have experienced catastrophic engine failure twice. The vehicle is relatively low mileage.
There is something causing an engine misfire, and this was the first time it happened. It has happened again, and I realized that there were a lot of class action lawsuits about lifter failure in these engines
While driving on a highway, my wife abruptly experienced warning lights, loud rattling from engine and loss of power. Check engine light indicated cylinder misfire. Troubleshooting revealed a bent push rod and later discover broken lifter. While researching the issue it was found to be a very…
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