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NHTSA model-year recall report

2018 Cadillac Escalade Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Oct 1, 2020

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Cadillac Escalade average of 3.7 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2018 Cadillac Escalade recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 20V603000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Reported Oct 1, 2020

What is recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon vehicles equipped with either a 5.3L or 6.2L V8 engine. The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist.

Safety consequence

A decrease in brake assist can increase the brake pedal effort and distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N202300860.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Cadillac Escalade model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2018 Cadillac Escalade recall questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Cadillac Escalade have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2018 Cadillac Escalade. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2018 Cadillac Escalade?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology