2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 20 highway).

Q: How much is a 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV worth?

Comparable 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV listings run roughly $17,993–$35,000, typically around $27,138 (from 47 vehicles).

2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV at a glance

Safety recalls3

Owner complaints42

Combined16 mpg

Typical price$27,138

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV recalls 3

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V054000 · 05/02/2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and VI or "Zone A." Additionally GM is recalling certain 2011-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Ch…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notific…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V050000 · 05/02/2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and Sierra 3500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South …

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 22, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notific…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V053000 · 05/02/2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, G…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 24, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notifi…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Exterior Lighting

Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

Tires

Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg

City14 mpg

Highway20 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,850

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV worth?

Low

$17,993

Typical price

$27,138

High

$35,000

From 47 comparable 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,250

Depreciation (5 yrs)$18,750

Total$38,000

Per mile$0.51

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($27,138) with the same model 5 model-years older ($8,367), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV trims & engines on record

Trims

Premium · Luxury · Platinum Edition · Base

Engines

6.2L 8-cyl

2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles on record

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Other Cadillac Escalade ESV model years

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2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV?

Based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, electrical system, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 20 highway).

How much is a 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV worth?

Comparable 2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV listings run roughly $17,993–$35,000, typically around $27,138 (from 47 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.