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2024 CADILLAC ESCALADE Problems

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade. This model year has 38 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.

38
Complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Injuries
Deaths
2
Recalls

Model-Year Complaints

38 owner reports

Recall Campaigns

2 NHTSA campaigns

Top Failure Area

Engine Problems

Worst 2024 Cadillac Escalade Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1
30
complaints

Engine Problems

#2
5
complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

#3
5
complaints

Electrical Faults

Injuries:1
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AI Interpretation — 2024 Cadillac Escalade

Low Confidence
AI interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology

Based on 38 NHTSA complaints for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade, the data suggests that engine-related issues are the most frequently reported concern, accounting for the majority of complaints. Other components such as transmission, electrical, and brake systems also appear in the data, though with lower complaint counts. No crash-related complaints were reported.

📊 Key Findings
  • Engine Problems account for 30 out of 38 total complaints.
  • Transmission/Drivetrain and Electrical Faults each have 5 complaints.
  • Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB has 4 complaints.
⚠️ Top Concerns
  • Engine Problems
  • Transmission/Drivetrain
  • Electrical Faults
✅ Before You Buy — Checklist
  • Inspect the engine and request service records for any reported issues.
  • Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Request service records for transmission, electrical, and brake systems.
  • Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect. The sample size is small (38 complaints) and confidence level is low, so patterns may not be representative.

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Engine Problems30
Transmission / Drivetrain5
Electrical Faults5
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB4
Uncategorized Issues3
Brake System3
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Unintended Acceleration1
Headlight/Taillight Failures1

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

Search Owner Complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 38 most recent complaints

Engine ProblemsApr 22, 2026

On Sunday April 19th at approximately 12:00pm. I was driving on NJ’s garden state parkway when the car had catastrophic engine failure at highway speeds. I lost full power, including power steering, and brakes. This SUV could have killed my family and I if I was unable to use bru…

Engine ProblemsApr 17, 2026

Vehicle experienced catastrophic failure while going approximately 45 miles per hour in the middle lane of one of the busiest streets in the city…my [XXX] son was in the vehicle when this occurred….I am a disabled veteran who purchased this vehicle for transportation for son and…

Engine ProblemsMar 23, 2026

I’m using this car in Poland (Europe) my engine starts to make knocking noise due to Bearings rods and lifters failure . N252494001 L87 Engine Loss of Propulsion I called to European Cadillac authorized service and they refused to replace the engine because USA based manufacture…

Engine ProblemsMar 19, 2026

After having the initial engine failure recall completed by the dealership by switching to a different viscosity oil… While traveling at 45 mph the motor made a knocking or ticking sound with a squeal and then “hiccuped “ and immediately lost all power. I was only able to steer t…

Engine ProblemsFeb 18, 2026

Traveling on interstate preparing to exit on ramp. Press start button displayed, car immediately sounded like it geared down hard and then lost power, unable to control well, all I could do to come to a safe stop, while praying that the car behind me didn’t hit me. The car basica…

Transmission / DrivetrainJan 28, 2026

Component/System Involved: Engine / Powertrain and Vehicle Electronic Control Systems, including Serial Data Gateway Module Description of Failure: While driving at highway speed (approximately 60 mph), the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of propulsion without war…

Engine ProblemsJan 25, 2026

While driving vehicle reported multiple system failures and started shaking. Was safety parked and towed to dealership. Dealership found metal shavings in engine oil. No resolution as of yet.

Engine ProblemsJan 7, 2026

The check engine light has been coming on intermittently and the engine has felt rough operating. On December 23, 2025, despite the absence of an illuminated "Check Engine Light", I was driving the vehicle when it suddenly lost power/acceleration in the middle of a busy street, w…

Uncategorized IssuesJan 6, 2026

Vehicle tires were swaying

Uncategorized IssuesJan 4, 2026

Vehicle: 2024 Cadillac EscaladenV VIN: [XXX] Mileage: ~31,000 miles On December 29, 2025 at approximately 7:30 a.m. Eastern Time, while driving at Approximately 30 mph under normal operating conditions, the front panoramic sunroof glass of my 2024 Cadillac Escalade V catastroph…

Engine ProblemsNov 27, 2025

Engine failure. Started making a knocking noise on road with my whole family in the car, no lights or warnings on dash and had to pull over and get it towed to nearest dealer. Took a week to get a diagnostic done. Dealer found metal shavings in oil filter believe to be from a con…

Engine ProblemsNov 20, 2025

See attached document for complaint. I am writing to you as a deeply concerned mother and consumer seeking urgent help with a danger ous and unresolved engine defect in my 2024 Cadillac E calade, which has been formally recalled under NHT A Campaign 25V-274 (GM Recall 1 25249400…

Engine ProblemsNov 7, 2025

Having it at four different dealers have not corrected the infotainment screen, adaptive cruise control phantom braking, electrical display issues such as ambient temperature, malfunctioning fuel gauge. Check engine notification was on, they seem to have corrected that, the next …

Electrical FaultsOct 14, 2025

Clicking that the dealer stated was normal. It was not loud knocking saying that is how the high flow fuel pump worked. Safety braking did not work at all. And there was a water intrusion in the trunk.

Brake SystemSep 26, 2025

The brake system failed within 3 months of purchase of Cadillac Escalade. The mileage was 4,209 miles, when the incident occurred The vehicle was towed to Massey Cadillac, Authorised Service Partner (ASP) and diagnosed that 'DIAG BRAKE LIGHT C058A BREAK MASTER CYLINDER HAS INTE…

Engine ProblemsSep 5, 2025

The vehicle died while driving with no warning and had 6,800 miles on it at the time. I received a message to "Push ignition to start" but it did nothing. Had it towed to Cadillac dealership. The engine was replaced. The paperwork that I received says "Large amounts of metal d…

Engine ProblemsAug 11, 2025

The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac Escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact called several local dealers who confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that while stopped, the vehic…

Engine ProblemsJul 11, 2025

I was driving on the expressway going 75mph in the middle lane when the vehicle said “press start button” and lost all propulsion. I started slowing down rapidly and was unable to get to the right lane as there were vehicles so I merged to the left lane and came to a stop narrowl…

Engine ProblemsJul 2, 2025

The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac Escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer …

Engine ProblemsJun 30, 2025

While traveling 65 mph on a highway the car turned itself off and shifted into neutral. I was able to make it to the side of the road nearly avoiding a high speed accident. The car was placed in park and restarted. Less than five minutes later it did the exact same thing again…

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade.

Recalls for 2024 Cadillac Escalade

2 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

24V674000Dec 9, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP

25V27400024/04/2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

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2024 Cadillac Escalade — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2024 Cadillac Escalade reliable?

Good Record. The 2024 Cadillac Escalade has 38 NHTSA owner complaints, 0 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (30 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Cadillac Escalade?

#1: Engine Problems (30 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (5 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (5 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2024 Cadillac Escalade?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2024 Cadillac Escalade?

The 2024 Cadillac Escalade has 0 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 38 total NHTSA complaints. 1 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2024 Cadillac Escalade have any recalls?

Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2024 Cadillac Escalade. The largest issue: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

Should I buy a 2024 Cadillac Escalade?

The 2024 Cadillac Escalade has a relatively low complaint rate. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.

Wider context: See the full Cadillac Escalade reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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