2025 Cadillac Escalade

Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints from NHTSA, and what they mean when you buy or insure one.

Recalls

1

Do not drive / park outside

0

Overall crash rating

Owner complaints

21

Things to consider when insuring one

  • 5-star overall crash rating

    NHTSA’s top crash rating. Crash protection affects injury claims, which make up a large share of what auto insurance pays out.

  • 22% rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash

    Higher than most cars, typical of tall vehicles. Rollovers are among the most serious crashes.

  • Driver-assist sensors come standard

    They can help avoid crashes, but a windshield or bumper repair often needs the cameras and radar recalibrated, which costs more. Check what your comprehensive and collision deductibles would mean for a glass claim.

  • Most owner complaints are about the engine

    12 of 21 complaints to NHTSA mention it. Worth a look in a pre-purchase inspection.

1 recall

  • NHTSA 26V304000 · May 14, 2026

    wheels: hub

    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.

    The risk
    A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    The fix
    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.

Crash test ratings

  • 2025 Cadillac Escalade SUV 4WD

    Overall
    Frontal
    Side
    Rollover

    Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 22%

  • 2025 Cadillac Escalade SUV RWD

    Overall
    Frontal
    Side
    Rollover

    Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 21%

  • 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV 4WD

    Overall
    Frontal
    Side
    Rollover

    Rollover risk in a single-vehicle crash: 22%

What owners report

21 complaints to NHTSA.

  • Engine12
  • Electrical system6
  • Power train2
  • Service brakes2
  • Unknown or other2
  • Engine and engine cooling1
  • Exterior lighting1
  • Forward collision avoidance1

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Recalls, crash ratings and owner complaints are from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), last checked Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are owners’ reports and aren’t verified by NHTSA. This page is general information, not advice about a specific vehicle or policy.