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2001 Cadillac Escalade recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2001 Cadillac Escalade, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Cadillac Escalade vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Cadillac Escalade problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Seats1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Service Brakes1

Most reported parts

  • Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 110,573 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Cadillac Escalade complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · at 110,573 miles · reported Oct 12, 2015
Brake lines corrosion. Caused total brake failure. Luckily no other vehicles were present at stop light we ran. This is the most dangerous situation I've ever encountered.
Fuel System, Gasoline · at 83,200 miles · reported Mar 14, 2006
Dt*: the contact stated after driving, the vehicle leaks gasoline at a slow rate. This happened every time the vehicle was shut off. Upon inspection under the hood, it was observed that the leak was near some wires. The vehicle leaked approximately 1/2 liter of gasoline before it was taken to a service dealer, where they determined the leak was normal.
Seats · reported Feb 9, 2004
While driving right rear passenger seat caught on fire. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The dealer replaced the seat. Consumer stated this incident happened three times earlier.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Cadillac Escalade have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 Cadillac Escalade as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Cadillac Escalade?

Owners report seats problems most often (1 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 110,573 miles.

Are Cadillac recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cadillac dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.