2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV recalls and problems
The 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV has 1 safety recall and 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Cadillac dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV recalls
Recall 16V-651: Seat Belts, Air Bags
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Risk: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.
2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 11 | |
| Engine | 10 | |
| Power Train | 9 | |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Suspension | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 2
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
- Tires › Sidewall — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 31,278 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV: 16V-651 (seat belts, air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV?
Owners report service brakes problems most often (11 reports), followed by engine (10). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 31,278 miles.
Are Cadillac recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cadillac dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.