10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 1
Average Mileage:
46,337 miles

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2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV electrical problems

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2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV Owner Comments

problem #5

Dec 272018

Escalade ESV

  • 70,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Faulty bearings on camshaft failing causing inadequate oil pressure resulting in "limp mode", subsequently leading to engine failure and illumination of stabilitrak, ABS and parking assist icons. "limp mode" cuts engine off and driver loses ability to control the vehicle, 1 fatality and 3 injuries have resulted because of this.

- Ontario, OR, USA

problem #4

Jul 142012

Escalade ESV

  • 102,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Cadillac Escalade esv. While driving 30 mph, unknown warning lights illuminated. In addition, when changing gears, there was an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was undetermined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 102,000.

- Weston , FL, USA

problem #3

Nov 262010

Escalade ESV

  • 56,685 miles
In Nov. 2010 the front seat heaters failed in our Cadillac Escalade esv. At that time an electrical burning smell was observed by the occupants. A later inspection found that the "J1" wiring connector, which connects to the seat climate control module, which is inadequate for the current load, had overheated resulting in the white plastic connector becoming blackened and brittle, . this resulted in the a loss of power to the seat heater. As the vehicle is some 6 months and some 10,000 miles out of warranty, the Cadillac dealer recommended the replacement of the J1 connector, repair the wiring, and replacement of the seat climate control module at an estimated cost of $550 after contacting Cadillac customer service, a Cadillac district representative contacted me and working with the dealership has offered to perform the recommended repair for a $200 deductible. When I asked that a letter stating the terms of their offer be sent to me, Cadillac district representative stated she cannot put anything in writing.

- Centreville, VA, USA

problem #2

Dec 222006

Escalade ESV

  • 1 miles
I just like inform to whom it may concern I am owner of cadilac Escalade esv that I bought brand new back in December of 2006, I would like to explain that this was by far my worst experience with any car that I have ever bought in my life in one year time the car sat at the dealer more than 3 months for many issues and defects and when I mean many I mean over 80 issues with the car and most important these cars have major defect on their bakes I had almost a serious accident when the two front calipers brakes failed and the was only 6 months in my hand since then it has had other brake failures and many other defects including wire harness to catch on fire this car is ticking time bomb waiting for something else to go wrong I am very disappointed with GM the manufacturer of Cadillac until today from day one it has had dead battery if you let it sit for more then 3 days from day one including engine light also from day one that they never were able to fix I am sorry to say this but these cars or very unsafe so body should talk to the manufacturer to fix these serious issues some body can get hurt from these problems thank you for your time.

- Bloomfield, NJ, USA

problem #1

Nov 032007

Escalade ESV

  • 3,000 miles
The vehicle in question is a 2007 Cadillac Escalade esv. This vehicle has been in the shop 26 times in 10 months for multiple electrical problems and has had numerous replacement parts installed. The vehicle has had electrical problems causing engine failure while driving, navigation failure while driving, motorized gas and brake pedal movement while driving, fuel tank electrical issues, all of which has created unsafe situations for my wife and children riding in the vehicle. The vehicle is undependable due to numerous electrical issues. I have tried to work with Cadillac for a replacement with no successes. If we continue to drive this vehicle as directed by Cadillac, it is just a matter of time before an injury or death occurs. The entire electrical system needs to be looked at for the entire Cadillac line as there are numerous complaints regarding electrical issues with this brand.

- Deridder, LA, USA

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