general problems of the 2004 Cadillac Escalade

13 problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 2004 Cadillac Escalade. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Cadillac Escalade based on all problems reported for the 2004 Escalade.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/06/2025

I don’t know all I stopped driving it because it is not shifting right and I can’t ark it for some reason . I have to leave it in reverse and then turn off and put rocks so it does not move. Not safe, one day I drive 30 minutes later it is this way.

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/01/2022

When driving it feels like I'm slowing down when I'm not. The lights inside, the headlights, & on dashboard flicker & sometimes go out while driving. My seatbelts on the driver, back seat behind driver not working. The driver seat does not adjust so I can position myself correctly. The truck rocks side to side while driving as if it will tip over on its side if I drive over 30. I just recently acquired the truck within the last few months and I need to be on the road driving my babies around. I love the truck andu problems with it sounds and drive like it's all a safety issue. Please let me know if these issues are covered to be fixed.

3 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/22/2022

So when I give it some gas the blower moter for the ac /heat with go fater then when the rpms go down the fan goes down with it same with the lights they flicker. I had changed the brake pads an rotors an blew compressed air on the caliper an seen a pin hole on the rubber seal.

4 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2019

My truck started on fire smoke started under glove box!, then flames started and the whole truck burned up! I was just driving ion the highway!! lucky to be alive to tell the story.

5 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2019

Headlights and ballets been replaced 3times. . They comes on only when not driving then I start driving then all the lights start flickering. Seatbelt in rear was repaired twice but wont retract after unbuckleing.

6 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/15/2017

Truck stalls out when pulling out. No matter how much you push on the gas pedal. Getting service stability trak control messages, when turning it off it seems it does not stall out as bad. Gas gauge is sticking, never know how much gas you truly have everyday!!.

7 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/07/2016

Radio sound goes in and out. Also door chime does or doesn't work right along with it. It could be a short or the bcm from what I can see. Also sometimes the sunroof leaks.

8 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/07/2016

The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac Escalade. While driving various speeds, the contact was unable to read the speedometer and the gauges displayed the incorrect speed, fuel, and rpm information. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

9 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/26/2015

I was the owner of a 2014 Cadillac Escalade. On August 26, 2015, while driving I plugged in my cell phone charger into the cigarette lighter. Sparks and smoke started coming from underneath the dashboard. I pulled over to a side street. No sooner than I was able to get out, the entire cabin of the vehicle, the doors,seats, console burst into flames. The engine was on fire as well. This was a devastating incident to endure. I am lucky to be alive.

10 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/10/2015

The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac Escalade. While attempting to start the vehicle, it failed to start and the key remained in the start position. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 178,000.

11 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/02/2008

The needle on the speedometer of my 2004 Cadillac Escalade will stick or slowly drop down to 0 while driving. It appears to only happen at night time while the lights are on.

12 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/04/2005

The consumer stated that the 2004 Cadillac Escalade was having an electrical problem. The speedometer failed along with the rpms, the levers were misreading the information. The lights were blinking on and off and became very dim and yellowish. The bright lights were very dim also. The instruments on steering wheel were getting very warm, and they were not suppose to, specifically stated the consumer. The navigation system was having problems reading information. The vehicle has been in the repair shop. The dealership could not duplicate the problem. The dealership has not been able to fix the problem. The consumer has called gm, and they will not call the consumer back. The electrical problem has not been fixed at this point. The consumer has an appointment to have the vehicle checked within the next week.

13 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2004

I have multiple recalls that are older, but still should be taken care of correct? I'll take screenshots and send them. Thank you.


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