2023 Cadillac Escalade fuel/propulsion system problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel/propulsion system on the 2023 Cadillac Escalade — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Prior to purchasing my 2023 Cadillac Escalade, I was informed the vehicle had been subject to an engine recall. The dealership told me the corrective action was changing the oil from 0W-20 to 0W-40, replacing the filter, and updating the oil cap. I was assured this resolved the issue and that I…”
filed Sep 15, 2026
“The engine/powertrain malfunctioned on my 2023 Cadillac Escalade at approximately 29,434 miles, ultimately requiring complete engine replacement. During the engine repair, the Cadillac technician also discovered that the transmission cooler lines were leaking fluid. The dealership replaced all of…”
filed Aug 22, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Fuel/propulsion System problems in other Escalade years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Escalade | 3 | 10% |
| 2024 Escalade | 5 | 11% |
| 2022 Escalade | 6 | 7% |
| 2021 Escalade | 6 | 8% |
| 2016 Escalade | 3 | 3% |
| 2015 Escalade | 6 | 6% |
| 2014 Escalade | 1 | 5% |
| 2009 Escalade | 3 | 5% |
| 2008 Escalade | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 Escalade | 6 | 3% |
| 2006 Escalade | 2 | 11% |
| 2005 Escalade | 6 | 14% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 Cadillac Escalade
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.