The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 20 of 35 complaints (57%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 75 in 2024 to 35 in 2025.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 35
- Recall campaigns
- 1
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $4,550–$5,950
- Combined MPG
- 13–17
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2025 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,100–5,950 | 4,100–5,950 | 4,550–5,950 | 4,550–5,950 | 4,550–5,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 13–23 | 13–23 | 13–17 | 13–17 | 13–17 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 11–21 / 16–27 | 11–21 / 16–27 | 11–15 / 17–19 | 11–15 / 17–19 | 11–15 / 17–19 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 442–702 | 442–682 | 537–683 | 537–691 | 532–671 | |
| Complaints filed | 237 | 75 | 35 | 51 | 2 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2025 Cadillac Escalade?
Engine: 20 of 35 NHTSA complaints (57%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade get?
EPA rates it 13–17 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Cadillac Escalade?
EPA estimates $4,550–$5,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S10) | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 11 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | 13 mpg (low) | $5,950 (high) | 683 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 15 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | 17 mpg (high) | $4,550 (low) | 537 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 14 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $4,850 | 572 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
WHEELS:HUB
- Defect
- General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025–2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
- Consequence
- A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.