Cadillac Recall 22V-036: Power train – driveshaft

Affected: 2021 Cadillac Escalade, 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and 3 more. Filed with NHTSA on January 27, 2022, covering about 1,789 vehicles.

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, and Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles. The rear wheel driveshaft assemblies may have internal components that were not heat-treated properly, possibly resulting in driveshaft failure.

The risk

Driveshaft failure can cause a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the left and/or right rear driveshaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212351030.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign22V-036 (22V036000)
Manufacturer numberN212351030
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentPower train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Report dateJanuary 27, 2022
Owners notifiedMarch 14, 2022
Vehicles affected1,789
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 22V-036 repair free?

Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the left and/or right rear driveshaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or…

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,789 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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.