Cadillac Recall 25V-274: Hard parts internal/mechanical

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

The risk

Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign	25V-274 (25V274000)
Manufacturer number	N252494000
Manufacturer	General Motors, LLC
Component	Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanical
Report date	April 24, 2025
Owners notified	June 18, 2025
Vehicles affected	597,571
Initiated by	NHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the engine & cooling

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 25V-274 repair free?

Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 597,571 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.