2022 Cadillac
Escalade 4WD
Auto 10-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo
Cadillac Escalade: best and worst years
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Overview
- Body
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Transmission
- Automatic 10-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Powertrain
- DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel
- DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Engine & performance
- HP
- 277
- Power to weight
- 0.047 hp/lb
- Axle ratio
- 3.23
- Aspiration
- TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Start-stop system
- YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG City
- 20 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- MPG Comb
- 22 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $3,550EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- CO₂
- 462 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Eco Score
- 4/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- Smog score
- 3/10
- Elec. Range
- 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
- SmartWay certified
- No
Dimensions & capacity
- Wheelbase
- 121 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
- Curb Weight
- 5,869 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
- GVWR class
- Class 2F (7,001 to 8,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year
- Overall crash rating
- ★★★★★
- Rollover rating
- ★★★★★
- Stability control (ESC)
- Standard
- Forward-collision warning
- Standard
- Lane-departure warning
- Standard
- Recalls
- 4
- Owner complaints
- 85 See on NHTSA
- Reported injuries
- 3
Feature availability
Cameras & visibility
- Backup cameraStandard
Driver assist
- Adaptive cruise controlStandard
- Automatic emergency brakingStandard
- Blind-spot monitorStandard
- Lane-keeping assistStandard
Convenience
- Push-button startStandard
Exterior
- Adaptive headlightsStandard
Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year
- ENGINE54%
- POWER TRAIN12%
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING7%
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6%
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM5%
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER5%
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 124 total.
Cadillac Escalade: best and worst yearsFederal investigations NHTSA record NHTSA defect investigations, model year
RQ26001Openopened Jan 16, 2026ENGINE
Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
EA25007Openopened Oct 23, 2025ENGINE
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
PE25001opened Jan 16, 2025ENGINE
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
703 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
Jun 5, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6477C
This preliminary PI was created to advise techniians in the field that they will not be able to perform a GDS automated bleed with the scan tool dues to a issue with the software in the scan tool
May 21, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6516B
This Preliminary information communicates ordering process for the night vision camera that are on restriction for all listed vehicles for Technical Assistance review.
May 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6476B
This preliminary information communicates an issue with a Service Brake system message and DTC C055F due to a low battery condition. Dealer are to inspect the battery, battery connections and for any aftermarket devices.
May 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT5509M
This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
May 13, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6516A
This Preliminary information communicates ordering process for the night vision camera that are on restriction for all listed vehicles for Technical Assistance review.
May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6513
This PI states that if SDGM DTC U3000 Sym 49 is set and no other SDGM DTCs are present, clear DTCs and reset the SDGM. Advises of how to contact PQC to authorize SDGM replacement.
May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6551B
This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6423A
Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue
- and 695 more
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
Warranty manufacturer terms, by make
- Basic
- 4 yr / 50k mi
- Powertrain
- 6 yr / 70k mi
- Roadside assistance
- 6 yr / 70k mi
- Maintenance
- 1 yr / 12k mi
- EV battery
- 8 yr / 100k mi
Source: www.gmfleet.com as of 2026-06
Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.