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2003 Cadillac Escalade ESV Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2003 Cadillac Escalade ESV has 3 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2003 Cadillac Escalade ESV

Electrical
22Brakes
18Other
11Steering
7Engine
7Airbags
6Fuel System
4Seats
4Powertrain
3Visibility
3Wheels
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Feb 3, 2024POWER TRAINAll of a sudden 3rd and 4th gears became useless causing a rapid deacceleration of the vehicle and p...
Feb 8, 2004POWER TRAINWHILE DRIVING TRANSMISSION BOOSTER FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL. *AK
Jan 5, 2004POWER TRAINTHE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE COULD BE PLACED IN GEAR WITHOUT THE BRAKE BEING APPLIED. *AK *JB

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