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2027 Cadillac EscaladeRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2027 Cadillac Escalade. Most complaints involve engine (1). The EPA rates it 13–17 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
13–17mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
1
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$4,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2027 Cadillac Escalade as of Nov 2, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 2, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2026 – Oct 2026
  1. Engine1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Escalade model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
199944
200083
2002145
2003112
2004103
200562
200624
2007286
2008167
200961
201043
201165
201226
201319
201420
2015106
2016104
201789
201837
201959
202036
2021170
2022146
2023237
202475
202540
202656
20271
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 2, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

1 report
“Driving on the freeway and the engine started limping and a warning came up On the dash of reduced acceleration and the check engine light came on”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 28, 2026EngineODI 11774195
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 2, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
6.2L 8-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl supercharged
Transmissions
Automatic 10-spd · Automatic (S10)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 2, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Escalade 2WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
151917$4,700532
Escalade 4WD
Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L · 4-Wheel Drive
141816$5,000572
Escalade V AWD
Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg · 4-Wheel Drive
111713$6,150671
  • Escalade 2WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L
    15 city · 19 hwy · $4,700/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • Escalade 4WD
    Auto 10-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L
    14 city · 18 hwy · $5,000/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Escalade V AWD
    Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg
    11 city · 17 hwy · $6,150/yr
    13
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 2, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2027 Cadillac Escalade as of Nov 2, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 2, 2026
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2027 Escalade questions

How many recalls does the 2027 Cadillac Escalade have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 2, 2026.

What are the most common 2027 Cadillac Escalade problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2027 Cadillac Escalade get?

The EPA rates the 2027 Cadillac Escalade at 13–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 2, 2026