2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV

Introduction

The 2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a full-size luxury SUV known for its spacious interior, powerful engine, and advanced features. It came with a 6.2L V8 engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, producing 403 horsepower and 417 lb-ft of torque.

While the Escalade ESV offers a comfortable and luxurious driving experience, it has been known to have some issues. Here’s a comprehensive list of the most common problems reported by owners:

Engine

• 6.2L V8

• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure:

  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks from the intake manifold gasket, causing overheating and reduced engine performance.
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,200+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• 6-Speed Automatic

  • Transmission Shift Solenoid Failure:
    • Description/Symptoms: Delayed or harsh gear shifts, slipping transmission, or check engine light.
    • Solution: Replace transmission shift solenoid.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $700+
    • Recalls: NHTSA Recall #11V241000

Suspension

• Front Suspension Strut Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Noise, vibration, and poor handling, especially over bumps.
  • Solution: Replace front suspension struts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain:
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery drains overnight or after extended periods of parking.
  • Solution: Identify and fix the source of the parasitic drain.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the issue
  • Recalls: None Found
• Headlight Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: One or both headlights fail to illuminate.
  • Solution: Replace headlight bulbs or ballast.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300+
  • Recalls: NHTSA Recall #08V165000

Exterior

• Chrome Trim Peeling:
  • Description/Symptoms: Chrome trim on the grille, door handles, and other exterior parts peels or discolors.
  • Solution: Replace chrome trim.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the affected parts
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Navigation System Malfunction:
  • Description/Symptoms: Navigation system freezes, crashes, or displays incorrect information.
  • Solution: Update or replace navigation software.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $600+
  • Recalls: None Found
• DVD Player Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: DVD player skips, freezes, or does not play discs.
  • Solution: Replace DVD player.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a reliable vehicle, but it has some potential issues to be aware of. The most common problems tend to be relatively minor and inexpensive to fix, but some issues, such as transmission shift solenoid failure, can be more costly.