2022 Cadillac Escalade Esv power train problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2022 Cadillac Escalade Esv — 21% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Engine knocking on cold start up. Second time hearing this. Loud “rattling” noise emanating from exhaust tips on rear of vehicle. I experienced this once before and notified my dealer. Additionally, at that time, I had a loss of power while towing a very, very, light empty trailer. The vehicle was…”
filed Aug 25, 2026
“Subject: Safety Complaint – 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV Transmission Failure After Recall Repair To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting a formal safety complaint regarding my 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV. VIN: [XXX] My vehicle experienced a serious transmission malfunction where the vehicle would not…”
filed May 13, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Transmission control valve may fail and lock up the rear wheelsCampaign 26V085000 · Feb 13, 2026
Power Train problems in other Escalade Esv years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Escalade Esv | 4 | 18% |
| 2023 Escalade Esv | 19 | 22% |
| 2021 Escalade Esv | 12 | 17% |
| 2020 Escalade Esv | 1 | 5% |
| 2019 Escalade Esv | 9 | 26% |
| 2017 Escalade Esv | 9 | 24% |
| 2007 Escalade Esv | 5 | 13% |
| 2004 Escalade Esv | 5 | 23% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 Cadillac Escalade Esv
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.