2009 Cadillac Escalade problems and complaints
Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Cadillac Escalade. The most-reported areas: Air Bags (24), Electrical System (14), Engine (9).
Key takeaways
- 58 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 1 involve a crash, 1 a fire, 2 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 24 | 41% |
| Electrical System | 14 | 24% |
| Engine | 9 | 16% |
| Power Train | 4 | 7% |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 | 7% |
| Steering | 4 | 7% |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 7% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | 5% |
| Suspension | 3 | 5% |
| Seats | 3 | 5% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 5% |
| Structure | 3 | 5% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade 4-DR. w/SAB | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Electrical System,engine - filed 2025-10-28
The contact owns a 2009 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the battery was drained. The contact called AAA, who had installed the battery incorrectly. The battery was replaced. While driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle started to shake. The vehicle lost motive power with seve...
Electrical System,engine,fuel/Propulsion System - filed 2025-03-29
COMPLETE Submitted on: Thu Jan 06 2022 Claim number: [XXX] Residential zip code: [XXX] Residential state: MO ITEM 1 Brand & model: Safeco claims Age of item: 55.00 Original price: 185055014 Description: Jennifer Steele Condition: below average Note: ITEM 2 Brand & model: Identity theft investigation Age of item:...
Engine - filed 2025-01-26
Lifter failure resulting in a bent pushrod, camshaft, and piston damage. The engine was very dirty like the oil changes were neglected. I always changed the oil in 5,000 mile increments or less depending on driving conditions. The owners manual and oil filler specifies Mobil 1 5W30 oil. When I was working I always ...
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.