2006 Cadillac Escalade
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2006 Cadillac Escalade. Newest first.
Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. at the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. the recall began on march 31, 2006. owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, hummer at 1-800-732-5493, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that IS not to specification. under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or right while braking, the hose may fracture and leak fluid.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this were to occur, power steering assist would be lost and increased steering effort would be required. on vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, it could also result in loss of power brake assist and increased braking effort would be required. if the power steering fluid spray were to spray onto hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(s) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. the recall will begin on october 14, 2005. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, or hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
Owner complaints
19 complaints1 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. While driving 30 mph, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when it was depressed. The brake pedal was pumped extensively to coast the vehicle off the road. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the brake lines were fractured, which…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. While driving 30 mph, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when it was depressed. The brake pedal was pumped extensively to coast the vehicle off the road. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the brake lines were fractured, which caused brake fluid to leak. The dealer (joseph chevrolet, 8733 colerain ave, cincinnati, oh 45251, (513) 904-4110) was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system
When passing a vehicle, I pressed the throttle pedal completely to the floor. After passing the vehicle, I removed my foot from the pedal and the pedal remained stuck fully down with the engine at full throttle. I kicked at the pedal several times and the pedal popped up. This has happened several times and I try now to not press the pedal completely down, but I always wonder if and when it will stick again.
- Fuel/propulsion system
I was driving the car down the highway and the low oil pressure warning light came on and went off. I drove it for 5 more minutes and the light came on again and the car completely shut off on me as I was driving. The car has 109,000 miles and was maintained regularly. I took it to my mechanic and…
I was driving the car down the highway and the low oil pressure warning light came on and went off. I drove it for 5 more minutes and the light came on again and the car completely shut off on me as I was driving. The car has 109,000 miles and was maintained regularly. I took it to my mechanic and he told me either the engine needs to be replaced or rebuilt costing me anywhere between $5000 and $7000. Needless to say I am very disappointed by this and was terrified that the car completely shut off on me on the highway.
- Wheels
I noticed vibrations with vogue custom built tires when driving highway speeds. the dealer identified the problem as a separated vogue custom built tire on left front. tire size IS 305-40-22. the vogue custom built tire has been driven 25,000 miles. see photo.
- Wheels
I noticed vibrations when driving highway speeds. the cadillac dealer identified the problem as a separated tire on left front. tire size IS 305-40-22. tire has been driven 25,000 miles. see photo.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. While driving approximately 70 mph, the brakes made a metal to metal grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and made unknown repairs. The failure recurred approximately one year later. The stabilizer light…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. While driving approximately 70 mph, the brakes made a metal to metal grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and made unknown repairs. The failure recurred approximately one year later. The stabilizer light remained illuminated. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but did not offer a solution. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
- Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc) · Engine
Engine started misfiring while on highway. engine light came on and was blinking. I pulled off the road and had the car towed to dealer. the result IS #6 and #8 are misfiring and also were told that 2 manifold bolts on right side of engine were broken off in engine body. if they cannot get the bolts to back off they will have to pull the head to drill them out on the inside.
- Electrical system · Engine · Unknown or other
Vehicle stops running. engine dies happened four times, three times at 70 to 80 mph on 6 ln. Freeway have to try and steer and use brakes with no power. once to the side of the road let sit for a few minutes and it starts up again. Have had it to the dealer and they say they have no idea what…
Vehicle stops running. engine dies happened four times, three times at 70 to 80 mph on 6 ln. Freeway have to try and steer and use brakes with no power. once to the side of the road let sit for a few minutes and it starts up again. Have had it to the dealer and they say they have no idea what IS wrong when they put on the computer. I feel that his IS extremely dangerous! it could get us killed along with any one else close by that hits us.
- Electrical system · Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the failure recurred. the vehicle was towed to the contacts residence then towed to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 105,000.
- Electrical system
My rear hatch will not open with key pad or from in side the vehicle. why don't you have a key entry for this kind of problem? this IS a safety hazzard.
- Air bags · Service brakes
A vehicle turned across the road in front of me. stood on the brakes and felt the brakes grab hard. I initially thought I could miss the truck when first applied brakes, then they felt like they released. no pulsing like you would feel when anti-lock has engaged. just felt like they released.…
A vehicle turned across the road in front of me. stood on the brakes and felt the brakes grab hard. I initially thought I could miss the truck when first applied brakes, then they felt like they released. no pulsing like you would feel when anti-lock has engaged. just felt like they released. also, the airbags did not deploy. vehicle IS in the repair shop now and they told me the airbags are turned off. I've owned the vehicle since it was new and know of any reason why they would be off, nor did I know you could turn them off. *tr
- Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. The contact stated that the driver's side front and rear door handles fractured. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the failure was confirmed. The door handles were replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vin was not available. the failure and current mileage was 90,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic
TL* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. The contact stated that the driver was driving 25 mph and a service stability light illuminated on the instrument panel. The driver then applied the brakes and the pedal depressed to the floor. The vehicle coasted to a stop. The brakes then began to…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. The contact stated that the driver was driving 25 mph and a service stability light illuminated on the instrument panel. The driver then applied the brakes and the pedal depressed to the floor. The vehicle coasted to a stop. The brakes then began to function properly after the vehicle was stopped. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 86,000. The vin was unavailable.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. The contact stated that the service air bag light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they advised her that she needed a new air bag due to the failed module. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade luxury. The contact noticed that the air bag warning light illuminated intermittently. The dealer was notified of the failure who advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The dealer performed a diagnostic test which…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade luxury. The contact noticed that the air bag warning light illuminated intermittently. The dealer was notified of the failure who advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The dealer performed a diagnostic test which concluded that the passenger side impact module air bag sensor was defective and would need to be repaired. The contact did not inform the manufacturer of the failure nor was the vehicle repaired. The current mileage was approximately 82,000 and the failure mileage was approximately 72,000.
- Unknown or other
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. while driving approximately 65 mph on normal road conditions, the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle restarted after the first attempt and was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. the technician was unable to duplicate the…
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. while driving approximately 65 mph on normal road conditions, the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle restarted after the first attempt and was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. the technician was unable to duplicate the failure. a tune up was performed on the vehicle; however, the failure recurred on separate occasions. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on two separate occasions. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was unavailable.
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's electrical system was not working properly and had lift gate, lift rear glass and acceleration problems while traveling 35 mph. the contact stated the pulse power that was obtained from the battery was very low which caused the lift gate to not open. the vehicle was taken to the dealership for a diagnosis test.
- Engine and engine cooling
2006 cadillac escalade SUV - engine lost power during normal non-highway driving. no apparent reason for stalled engine, causing loss of steering and braking. dealer can't find any error codes after four days of technical assessment. *jb
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights · Exterior lighting › Tail lights
Newer models of vehicles such as the cadillac escalade, cadillac STS, BMW, nissan and other vehicles incorporate led (light emitting diode) tail and brake lights. in some models, these led lamps are strobed or pulsed at a rate to effect a change in brightness between taillight and brake light…
Newer models of vehicles such as the cadillac escalade, cadillac STS, BMW, nissan and other vehicles incorporate led (light emitting diode) tail and brake lights. in some models, these led lamps are strobed or pulsed at a rate to effect a change in brightness between taillight and brake light indications. the strobing effect IS very distracting when following the vehicle on bumpy roads or when visually scanning the road while driving. the strobing effect may cause accidents by drivers following such equipped vehicles and fixating on the strobing tail lights. I recommend the establishments of federal safety requirements increasing the strobing rate of such tail lights such that the visual distraction caused by the slow strobe light effect IS minimized. in particular, I find such lights very difficult to drive behind. my eyes are more sensitive to the strobing effect than others. I suspect I am not alone in this sensitivity. *nm
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11011782This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2. There are 5 terminated leads in a package part number is 13505346, which can be ordered through your normal General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts channel.
- 11009156This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 11008956This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007744This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007743This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007208This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 11007091This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
- 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
- 11006274This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the speedometer needle appears to be inaccurate. Dealer should advise the customer the specification for speedometer needle accuracy is +/- 2 MPH at any given speed when looking straight at the needle.
- 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
- 11001321This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11000576This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
- 11000162The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
- 11000158This service bulletin includes information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability.
- 10254209Magnetically Controlled Suspension Electrical Connector Not Seated.
- 10253770This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
- 10252735This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
- 10252163XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
- 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 10251888This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
- 10251887This bulletin advises the technician of possible location of an internal coolant leak from a specific cylinder head and location.
- 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10250347This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.
- 10250013High Voltage Safety ? High Voltage Disabling
- 10249980This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include ?Vibration? ?Business Associate Code? and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
- 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10249535This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
- 10249295This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2. There are 5 terminated leads in a package part number is 13505346, which can be ordered through your normal General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts channel.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10247780This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 10247747Speedometer Needle Accuracy Information
- 10247716J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
- 10247693Suspension.
- 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
- 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
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