2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT recalls 1
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE GALVANIZED STEEL TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLES THAT RETAIN THE TAILGATE IN THE FULL OPEN (HORIZONTAL) POSITION MAY CORRODE, WEAKEN, AND EVENTUALLY FRACTURE. IF BOTH CABLES FRACTURED, THE TAILGATE WOULD SUDDENLY DROP AND STRIKE THE TOP SURFACE OF THE REAR BUMPER.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CABLES. INTERIM OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 7, 20004. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2004, WHEN REPLACEMENT PARTS WERE AVAILABLE, AND WILL CONTINUE THROUGH OCTOBER 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 OR GMC AT 1-8…
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 149 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
What's a 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 3
Brake line corrosion failure Closed
On January 11, 2011, ODI opened EA11-001 to investigate allegations of premature brake line corrosion failure in model year (MY) 1999 through 2003 General Motors (GM) full-size pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles sold or registered in the following region of the United States that NHTSA has viewed as salt states for investigations of corrosion related issues: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois…
NHTSA #EA11001 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Jan 2011 · closed Apr 2015UNWANTED LOW-SPEED ABS ACTIVATION Closed
IN A LETTER DATED AUGUST 29, 2005, GM NOTIFIED ODI THAT IT WAS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1999 THROUGH 2002 C/K PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES TO CORRECT A PROBLEM WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CORROSION THAT MAY RESULT IN UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION AND EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES DURING LOW-SPEED BRAKING (RECALL 05V-379). GM'S RECALL COVERS APPROXIMATELY 804,000 VEHICLES CURRENTLY REG…
NHTSA #PE05020 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Apr 2005 · closed Sep 2005THROTTLE STICKING CLOSED Closed
THIS INVESTIGATION INVOLVES THE GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION (GM) THROTTLE BODY (TB) UTILIZED IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 1999-2002 SILVERADO, SIERRA, TAHOE, SUBURBAN, AVALANCHE AND YUKON (SUBJECT VEHICLE(S)) WITH 4.8L, 5.3L, AND 6.0L ENGINES. THE TB VALVE MAY INTERMITTENTLY STICK IN A CLOSED POSITION. IN SUCH A SITUATION, AN OPERATOR MAY APPLY ADDITIONAL ACCELERATOR PEDAL FORCE TO INCREASE ENGINE SPEED. THE APPLICATION OF ADDI…
NHTSA #EA02015 · Vehicle Speed Control · opened Aug 2002 · closed Jan 2004An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 628
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 628.
This PI Communicates information to ensure Memory Recall is enabled to ensure memory mirrors return to set position after curbview assist is used.
Bulletin PIT6446 · Nov 2025This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
Bulletin PIP5601C · Jul 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment…
Bulletin PIP5358D · Feb 2025This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Record…
Bulletin PIP4723J · Electrical System · Oct 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures…
Bulletin PIT5099H · Sep 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures…
Bulletin PIT5099H · Sep 2024Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exc…
Bulletin General Communication · Electrical System · Aug 2024GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more caref…
Bulletin 24-NA-141 · Power Train · Jul 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce c…
Bulletin 16-NA-383 · Fuel/propulsion System, Engine · Jun 2024This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
Bulletin 18-NA-099 · Jun 2024Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the ESCALADE EXT. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Other
On certain vehicles, the galvanized-braided-steel tailgate support cables used to support the tailgate in the full open (horizontal) position can corrode over time and fracture when loads are applied to them. Tailgate support cable corrosion may not be visible because of the plastic sheathing covering the cable. If one cable fractured, the remaining cable may retain the tailgat…
Transport Canada #2004102 · Mar 2004Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Cadillac Escalade EXT
The Cadillac Escalade is a full-size luxury SUV manufactured by General Motors and marketed by Cadillac as its first major entry into the SUV market. The Escalade was introduced for the 1999 model year in response to an influx of new luxury SUVs during the late 1990s, including the Mercedes-Benz M-Class, Range Rover, Lexus LX, and Lincoln Navigator. The Escalade project went into production only ten months after it was approved. The Escalade is built at Arlington Assembly in Arlington, Texas.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT trims & engines on record
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT vehicles on record
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63N62G322368
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63N62G263127
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63N12G240404
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63N02G284698
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63N62G290277
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63N52G339811
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63N52G275415
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63NX2G276169
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63N02G304755
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63N12G215535
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63N12G361367
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT Base3GYEK63N72G265615