2024 Cadillac Escalade Engine Problems
Engine problems account for 40 of the 48 complaints (83%) filed against the 2024 Cadillac Escalade, with a median failure mileage of 15,000 miles. A related GM recall (25V274000) covers the 6.2L V8 engine on 2021-2024 Escalade and Escalade ESV models.
- Engine complaints
- 40
- 83% of 48
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 15,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Vehicle stalls or shuts off completely while driving at highway speeds, sometimes without any warning lights.
- Loud ticking or rattling noise from the engine that dealers diagnosed as main bearing failure requiring engine replacement.
- Complete engine failure reported at low mileage, in some cases as early as around 6,700 to 9,000 miles.
- Metal shavings found in the oil, with dealers replacing the entire engine rather than repairing it.
- Vehicle unexpectedly shifts into neutral or loses power while merging or accelerating on the highway.
- Some owners report the failure happened more than once on the same vehicle, requiring a second engine replacement.
When 2024 Cadillac Escalade engine complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 24, 2024, latest Sep 23, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade
- 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 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?
- NHTSA lists 40 engine-related complaints out of 48 total complaints for the 2024 Escalade, meaning engine issues make up 83% of all complaints filed for this model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade engine?
- Yes. GM recall 25V274000, reported April 24, 2025, covers the 6.2L V8 engine in 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV vehicles. Dealers inspect the engine and repair or replace it as necessary.
- At what mileage do engine failures typically occur in the 2024 Escalade?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 15,000 miles at the time of engine failure for the 2024 Escalade.
- Have engine failures in the 2024 Escalade caused crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to these engine complaints, though several owners describe losing power on busy highways.