Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV
NHTSA data on file today
The 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 92 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V274000 Engine Failure NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V674000 Inoperative Low Brake Fluid Warning NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V642000 Improperly Heat-Treated Suspension Bolts NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V903000 Running Lights May Not Deactivate/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 65 complaints
- Power Train 20 complaints
- Electrical System 11 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 11 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 7 complaints
- Unknown or Other 6 complaints
Of the 92 complaints on file, 3 report a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $15,000–$25,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV faces several critical recalls, particularly concerning engine and brake issues. Common complaints underscore engine unreliability and drivetrain problems, suggesting potential for substantial repair costs over time.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | 20,000–50,000 miles | $2,500–$5,000 | common |
| brake system | 30,000–60,000 miles | $800–$1,500 | common |
| rear suspension | 40,000–70,000 miles | $700–$1,200 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Tire rotations
- Engine air filter change
- Transmission fluid service
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Engine knocking noises
- Illuminated brake warning lights
- Excessive vibration during driving
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.