The Lemon IndexCadillac recalls.
Every NHTSA recall on the Cadillac models we track, by model and year. Check yours by VIN.
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Recalls by model. Campaigns per model, all years.
Tap a model for every recall in one list. Models on sale for more years have had more time to collect recalls.
The biggest Cadillac recalls. By vehicles in the campaign, since 2010.
- Airbags · recall issued Sep 2016 · Escalade · model years 2015–2017
In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test.
3,640,162 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V651000
- Brakes · recall issued Sep 2019 · Escalade · model years 2015–2017
The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
3,456,719 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V645000
- Electrical · recall issued Jun 2014 · DTS, DeVille · model years 2000–2011
In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may caus.
3,141,731 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V355000
- Airbags · recall issued Feb 2021 · Escalade · model years 2007–2009, 2011
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
2,641,272 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V050000
- Airbags · recall issued Feb 2021 · Escalade · model years 2011–2012, 2014
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
1,778,128 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V054000
- Electrical · recall issued Jun 2010 · CTS, DTS, Escalade · model years 2006–2009
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALAN…
1,365,070 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 10V240000
The newest Cadillac recalls.
- Airbags · recall issued May 2026 · ATS, CTS, Escalade, SRX · model years 2015–2016 New: most likely still open
The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
5,014 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V329000
- Wheels · recall issued May 2026 · Escalade · model year 2025 New: most likely still open
Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
2,457 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V304000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued May 2026 · Escalade · model year 2015 Park it: don't drive New: most likely still open
A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.
66 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V289000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Feb 2026 · Escalade · model year 2022 New: most likely still open
The transmission control valve may fail and lock up the rear wheels.
43,743 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V085000
- Fuel system, diesel · recall issued Sep 2025 · Escalade · model year 2021 Diesel only
The original fuel tank may have been replaced with an incorrect fuel tank, which can allow fuel to leak in a rollover crash.
12 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V619000
- Engine · recall issued Apr 2025 · Escalade · model years 2021–2024 6.2L engines only
The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
597,571 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V274000
Park-it warnings 3
NHTSA flagged these: don't drive the car, or park it outside, until the fix is done.
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued May 2026 · Escalade · model year 2015 Park it: don't drive New: most likely still open
A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.
66 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V289000
- Suspension · recall issued Jun 2021 · SRX · model years 2010–2016 Park it: don't drive
The rear suspension toe link adjuster may not have been tightened properly, which could result in a loose toe link.
380,498 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V473000
- Suspension · recall issued Apr 2016 · Escalade · model year 2016 Park it: don't drive
The front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.
3,738 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V256000
Is one open on your Cadillac?
A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car. NHTSA's public recall data works by make, model and year, so these lists cover every car of that model year, not one VIN. Whether a recall was already fixed on a particular car is in the automaker's records: type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any dealer of that brand. The repair is free.
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Questions
How many recalls does Cadillac have?
133 NHTSA recall campaigns on the 8 Cadillac models we track, model years 2000–2025. A campaign that covers several models or years counts once.
Which Cadillac has the most recalls?
The Cadillac Escalade, with 57 campaigns. Then the CTS (27), the SRX (24), the XT5 (15). Models with more model years on sale have had more time to collect recalls.
What is the biggest Cadillac recall?
NHTSA 16V651000 (airbags, Sep 2016): 3,640,162 vehicles in the whole campaign, on the Escalade among the models we track. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test.
What is the newest Cadillac recall?
Filed May 2026 for the ATS, CTS, Escalade, SRX (NHTSA 26V329000): The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
How do I check a Cadillac for recalls by VIN?
Type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Cadillac dealer: that shows whether a recall is still open on that car. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.
Is Cadillac reliable? · Recall check for every make
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.
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