2021 Cadillac Escalade Esv vs 2023 Cadillac Escalade Esv
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Cadillac Escalade Esv | 2023 Cadillac Escalade Esv |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 71 | 86 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,135 | 851 |
| Investigations | 5 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Escalade Esv | Cadillac Escalade Esv |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 51 | 61 |
| Power Train | 12 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 10 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 4 |
| Suspension | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 13 | 13 |
| Stalling | 9 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
2021 Cadillac Escalade Esv
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.