According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV has 2 documented known issues. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
On the 2021-2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV, gM 22-NA-182 covers 2021-2025 Escalade ESV vehicles with L87, LM2 or LT4 engines and MHS, MHO or MQC 10-speed transmissions. A twisted cooler line can contribute to harsh shifts, shudder, surge, stall, flare or overheat; P27EC applies to the ETRS MHS/MQC branch. The bulletin does not prove a universal valve-body or solenoid failure.
Verify the exact engine/transmission branch and DTCs, inspect the cooler lines for a twist or misshapen section, correct the routing or replace a confirmed damaged line, set fluid level and evaluate the thermal bypass valve as directed. Continue normal diagnosis if the concern remains; do not order transmission parts from this card.
On the 2021-2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV, gM PIT5993D covers 2021-2025 Escalade ESV vehicles with theft-alarm RPO UTT or UTR. High resistance in the rear-defogger and rear-quarter-glass breakage loop can cause a low or dead battery, no-crank or unwanted alarm. The bulletin does not establish a generic module sleep/wake defect.
Common Symptoms
Low or dead 12-volt battery
No crank due to a dead battery
Unwanted theft alarm
How to Fix
Have a qualified technician confirm the theft-alarm RPO and reproduce the draw with the vehicle closed and locked when needed. PIT5993D requires de-energizing and isolating the specified battery and BCM connections, checking BCM X7 terminal 27 tension with the specified test probe, and measuring the glass-breakage loop at the prescribed BCM ground terminals; the complete loop should be under 20 ohms. Repair confirmed high resistance, then test the battery. Do not order one from this card.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Campaign #24V67400012/09/2024
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Campaign #25V27400024/04/2025
WHEELS:HUB
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025–2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
Campaign #26V30400014/05/2026
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Campaign #22V90300008/12/2022
SUSPENSION:REAR
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The rear suspension outer control arm bolts may not have been properly heat-treated, which can cause the bolts to break.
What are the most common Cadillac Escalade ESV problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV has 2 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 10-Speed Harsh Shift, Shudder or Flare Can Come From a Twisted Cooler Line, Dead Battery or No-Crank Can Come From the Alarm Glass-Breakage Loop. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
Is the Cadillac Escalade ESV reliable?
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV has 2 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What is the 2021-2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV 10-Speed Harsh Shift, Shudder or Flare Can Come From a Twisted Cooler Line?
GM 22-NA-182 covers 2021-2025 Escalade ESV vehicles with L87, LM2 or LT4 engines and MHS, MHO or MQC 10-speed transmissions. A twisted cooler line can contribute to harsh shifts, shudder, surge, stall, flare or overheat; P27EC applies to the ETRS MHS/MQC branch. The bulletin does… Severity: medium.
What is the 2021-2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Dead Battery or No-Crank Can Come From the Alarm Glass-Breakage Loop?
GM PIT5993D covers 2021-2025 Escalade ESV vehicles with theft-alarm RPO UTT or UTR. High resistance in the rear-defogger and rear-quarter-glass breakage loop can cause a low or dead battery, no-crank or unwanted alarm. The bulletin does not establish a generic module sleep/wake d… Severity: medium.
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