Most common 2000 Cadillac Escalade problems
Share of the 71 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Cadillac Escalade complaints by model year
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2000 Cadillac Escalade recalls (1)
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles, equipped with a floor mounted rosen video entertainment center, fail to conform to the requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity." due to the method of installation of the video entertainment center by the installed, the vehicle May not meet the fuel spillage requirements…
Remedy: If the entertainment center is installed on the right-hand side (passenger side), no correction is required. If the entertainment center is installed on the left-hand side (driver side), the dealer will remove and…
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 3 possible defects involving the 2000 Cadillac Escalade:
Unwanted low-speed ABS activation
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…
Throttle sticking
There is no summary currently available
Throttle sticking 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…
What 2000 Cadillac Escalade owners say
Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the ABS would erroneously activate causing the brake pedal to pulsate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ABS sensor failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 71,000.
Dt: 2000 Cadillac escalate. The ABS will active at low speeds. The problem first started occurring in June 2004. This will happen at slow speeds, at 10 MPH and under. The brakes will allow the vehicle to drag furtther than necessary before stopping. The consume ttok n it to the dealership for this problem at least 6 times. Had the front brakes replaced twice, and bought four new tires. TSB 02-05-25-006a wa sissue dfor the anti lock activation at low speeds. The consumer contacted the manufacturer, they told her that it was not under warranty. The consumer felt this wasx a manufacturer's defect and that the manufacture should pay for the repairs.
Fuel & propulsion system
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that upon purchasing the vehicle, the video entertainment system on the driver's side was inoperable. The contact stated that while fueling the vehicle, fuel started to leak from the fuel tank. The contact stated that no warning lights were illuminated. The contact linked the failures to NHTSA campaign number: 00V153000 (fuel system, gasoline). Cole valley Cadillac located at (4111 elm rd ne, warren, oh 44483) and preston Cadillac located at (3510 wilmington rd, new castle, pa 16105) were notified of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 167,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel injection system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.
Wheels & tires
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds and turning sharply left or right the front tires rubbed the frame of the vehicle which caused the vehicle to shutter, this happened either in drive or reverse. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. Upon inspection the front tire rod ends were replaced. The dealer stated the tires on the vehicle were the correct size. However , replacing the tire rod ends did not correct the problem. Updated 06/05/2006.
Tl contact owns a 2000 Cadillac Escalade. While driving 55 MPH, the rear continental sportiva (size p265/70r16) tires blew out. The passenger side rear tire was completely shredded. The contact did not drive over anything that could have LED to such a failure. The vehicle was not damaged. The dot number was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 81,000.
2000 Cadillac Escalade engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 11 / 15 / 13 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Cadillac Escalade a good car?
Based on 71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 Escalade rates use caution: 1.7× as many complaints as a typical year of the Escalade at the same age. It is one of the Escalade years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Cadillac Escalade?
The brakes — 13 complaints, 18% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (13) and wheels & tires (8).
How many recalls does the 2000 Cadillac Escalade have?
There is 1 recall for the 2000 Cadillac Escalade, the most recent from June 7, 2000 (tank assembly). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Cadillac Escalade?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2013, 2014 and 2012. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2023, 2021, 2022, 2024 and 2025. See the full Cadillac Escalade years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 Cadillac Escalade problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 81,000 miles; 23% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.