Electrical System Related Problems of the 2008 Cadillac Escalade

Table 1 shows seven common electrical system related problems of the 2008 Cadillac Escalade. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (23 problems). The second most common problem is related to the alternator/generator/regulator (two problems).


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2008 Cadillac Escalade

The Electrical System problem

Truck goes into limp mode, reduced power, stuck in second gear, stabilitrak and engine lights. Took it to the Cadillac dealership and after 3100 dollars in repairs the truck is still doing it. If the high level techs can’t figure it out after 2000 in labor it’s should be a recall item.   Read details...

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Tl takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that the manufacturer was unable to supply the part for NHTSA campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags) beyond a three year period.   Read details...

The Dashboard Failed problem

Instrument panel goes in & out. Can't tell how fast you're going, what gear you're in, whether you're in park reverse drive. Was told previous recall 08v441000 was issued 8/28/2008 addressed this issue. Don't feel safe driving. Dealer can't get new part to replace electrical problem.   Read details...


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