2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 46 engine complaints for the 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 82% of all complaints filed for this year. A related recall (25V274000) covers the 6.2L V8 engine on 2021-2024 Escalade and Escalade ESV models. Median mileage at failure was 42,765.
- Engine complaints
- 46
- 82% of 56
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 42,765 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Vehicle stalls or shuts off suddenly at highway speeds around 70 MPH with no warning light illuminated
- Engine loses power while driving and vehicle cannot be restarted or shifted into neutral
- Owners report complete engine seizure, sometimes preceded by a knocking or ticking noise that changes with engine speed
- Vehicle drops into neutral or shuts down mid-drive, requiring dealers to replace the engine
- Some owners report the failure recurring shortly after a dealer repair described as wiring harness chafing
When 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV engine complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 17, 2023, latest Sep 15, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV
- NHTSA 25V274000Apr 24, 2025Engine597,571 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
Engine complaints by Escalade ESV model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many engine complaints does the 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV have?
- NHTSA lists 46 engine complaints for the 2022 Escalade ESV, which is 82% of the 56 total complaints filed for this model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2022 Escalade ESV engine?
- Yes. Recall 25V274000 covers the 6.2L V8 engine in 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, along with related GM trucks and SUVs. GM will inspect and, if needed, repair or replace the engine.
- At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 42,765 miles for engine complaints on this model year.
- Have these engine failures caused crashes or fires?
- NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 0 fires among the 46 engine complaints for the 2022 Escalade ESV.