2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV Engine Problems
Engine problems account for 18 of 22 complaints (82%) filed on the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV, with a median failure mileage of 19,000 miles. A related recall, campaign 25V274000, covers the 6.2L V8 engine on 2021-2024 Escalade and Escalade ESV models.
- Engine complaints
- 18
- 82% of 22
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 19,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Owners report sudden engine shutdown or stall at highway speeds around 60-70 mph, sometimes with loss of power steering and braking assist.
- Some describe complete engine failure requiring full engine replacement, in a few cases tied to lifter or camshaft damage that progressed to a seized engine.
- Several owners heard abnormal knocking, grinding, or ticking noises from the engine before it failed, in one case worsening when the accelerator was pressed.
- One owner found metal shavings in the oil during a dealer diagnosis after the check engine light illuminated.
- Multiple owners report the vehicle jumping forward or failing to engage into gear at low speed before the engine shut off, requiring several attempts to restart.
- Owners who received the recall notice describe delays waiting for replacement parts, with the repair not yet available at the time of complaint.
When 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV engine complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 11, 2025, latest Sep 8, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2024 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 common are engine problems in the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV?
- Engine issues make up 18 of 22 total complaints filed for this model year, or 82% of all complaints, according to NHTSA data.
- Is there a recall for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV engine?
- Yes. Recall 25V274000, filed April 24, 2025, covers 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV vehicles with the 6.2L V8 gas engine. Dealers inspect the engine and repair or replace it as needed.
- At what mileage do 2024 Escalade ESV engine problems typically occur?
- NHTSA complaint data shows a median failure mileage of 19,000 miles for engine-related complaints on this model year.
- Did the 2024 Escalade ESV engine problems cause any crashes or fires?
- No. NHTSA records show zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries among the reported engine complaints for this model year.