Model year guide

2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.

2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV — representative photo
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2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints85
Typical price$43,284

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

2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV recalls 1

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #16V651000 · 08/09/2016

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. I…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, C…

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.

2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

What's a 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV worth?

Low
$567
Typical price
$43,284
High
$56,000

From 7 comparable 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV listings.

2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV trims & engines on record

Trims
ESV Platinum · ESV Premium Luxury · ESV Luxury
Engines
6.2L 8-cyl

2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles on record

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2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2017 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 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV?

Based on 85 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, steering, service brakes.

How much is a 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV worth?

Comparable 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV listings run roughly $567–$56,000, typically around $43,284 (from 7 vehicles).

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