2008 Cadillac Escalade owner complaints

Takata recall - have been contacting our dealership several times since receiving the recall notice requesting new airbags. The dealership has been responding that the recall is still not required, that the manufacturer was fighting the recall. We have even stated that we would like to pay for the replacements and get a reimbursement later. Have been told that the parts are not available. Are on a waiting list. Since we were just wanting our free replacements, we were not too concerned about the bankruptcy. Had it on our calendar follow up before 2018. Checked the website today, turns out the deadline was the 27th of december. We don't want to be in a lawsuit. We just want our car to be safe. We even asked that our airbags be disconnected until the parts are available

Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac Escalade EXT. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA Campaign Number 21V052000 (Air Bags) however, upon contacting the dealer, he was informed that the repair might cause the dashboard to crack. The contact was then informed that he would have to sign a waiver to ensure that the dealer would not be held responsible for any damages to the vehicle. The manufacturer was then notified of the issue and confirmed that the dealer would not be held responsible for any cracks or damages to the dashboard. The contact declined to sign the waiver and the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer should cover the cost of the dashboard because of the recall. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disc

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac escalade. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH, she unexpectedly crashed into a snow mound. The air bags deployed although there was no significant impact to the vehicle. The contact was not injured. The vehicle was driven from the scene without any damages. A police report was not filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000.

Takata recall. My vehicle has been recalled due to takata airbags beginning in may 2016. There has been no resolution to the airbag issue and it is now december 10, 2016. My car is not safe to drive with these defective airbags. I was involved in an accident recently and the airbags did not even deploy.

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v383000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called johnson motors at (877) 816-0659 (1891 blinker pkwy, dubois, pa 15801) where it was confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available/parts distribution disconnect. *tt updated 8/24/18*jb

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac escalade esv. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v383000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (englewood cliffs Cadillac, 374 sylvan ave, englewood cliffs, nj 07632) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted (bob bell Ford, bel air, md, 410-879-2544) and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact also informed the same dealer that the air bag indicator illuminated, but the dealer stated that there was no remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issues and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac escalade. The contact stated that there were no parts available for NHTSA campaign number: 16v364000 (air bags). The contact spoke with pine belt Cadillac dealer located at 71 nj-37, toms river, nj 08753(732) 797-3000 and was informed that the part was not available. It was unknown if the manufacturer was contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac escalade ext. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. David taylor Cadillac in houston, texas 77074 was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac escalade esv. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called britain Chevrolet Cadillac at (903) 274-4401 (4495 I-30 frontage rd, greenville, tx 75402) where it was confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available/parts distribution disconnect.

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Cadillac escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Hanlees davis Chevrolet (4989 chiles rd, davis, ca 95618) was contacted and made aware of the issue. The dealer confirmed that the part was not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Using remote start caused the heated seats to burn out. There was an odor of electrical burning. The control module under the passenger seat has visible signs of burning or burnt out. This is a very common problem and there should be a recall as this is clearly a fire hazard. Vehicle was stationary and remote start used.

The dashboard has cracked and researching the problem, I found that this is a common problem with gm vehicles my year model and after. The vehicle is garage kept and is not exposed to direct sunlight or extreme cold temperatures.

Lighting we own two escalades from 2008 and have the same exact problem in both cars. Condensation in the headlights and burn them out we were quoted $1,000 for each headlight to fix min!!! Heated seats are out in both trucks rims are pitted and pealing. Have had a problem with the rims weeks after rolling out of the showroom so disappointed

Extremely bright headlights on many newer vehicles cause a hazardous condition for oncoming vehicles. These lights are so bright that they temporarily blind the person on the oncoming lane. This is especially true in rainy conditions. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Cadillac escalade. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance where they detected the transmission dipstick tube fractured. The vehicle was also taken to an authorized dealer who stated the transmission dipstick tube and dipstick would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 73,000.

While driving down the road, the engine started making a tapping noise.I took it to a shop for eval and got no help bc they couldnt replicate the noise??! Went to a GMC dealer-same!!on way home ck engine light and traction control lights flashed 3 seconds. Went back to GMC- the noise was louder. They just told me I need a new engine!! This car has had so many repairs its awful!!

The engine light came on, it was trembling for a month prior to the light. Then pepboys could not find problem. Reset electrical panel. A week later brake stabilizer light came on. Took to ocean Cadillac in miami. The engine was smoking, knocking and about to go on fire. It lost pressure and I called insurance flatbed.. After fuel pump replaced and $1200 later.. Picked up and drove off. 15 minutes later engine vibrating & smoking as service dept closed. They gave me a loaner car, and said fuel pump blown out from engine malfuction.. Other owners, same model, told ,me a common problem that gm repairs for free since on recall. The delearship now says 4,000 bill to fix the root of the problem. This should be covered by gm who does not answer the phone. Two months going back and forth the

We have had to replace four wheels now need a fifth due to leaking air pressure. No help from Cadillac. Just buy another wheel. They are junk. Constantly adding air. Now one is completely flat. Tires are in excellent condition.