Does the 2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Cadillac dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT?

15 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Cadillac been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Cadillac dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT recalls, newest first

March 17, 2004NHTSA 04V1290003,662,211 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Tailgate › Hinge and attachments

Summary: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the galvanized steel tailgate support cables that retain the tailgate in the full open (horizontal) position may corrode, weaken, and eventually fracture. If both cables fractured, the tailgate would suddenly drop and strike the top surface of the rear bumper.
Consequence: Anyone sitting or standing on the horizontal surface of the tailgate when both cables fractured could be injured by falling from the tailgate. On vehicles that have had the bumper removed, the tailgate may drop even lower. Additionally, if there is cargo on the tailgate the cargo may fall off if the support cables fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the cables. Interim owner notification began on April 7, 20004. The recall began on September 24, 2004, when replacement parts were available, and will continue through October 29, 2004. Owners should contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or visit www.mygmlink.com, and enter your vehicle identification number.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 4, 2004NHTSA 04V04500068,875 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic

Summary: Certain sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and passenger vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, ?passenger car brake systems.? Some of these vehicles were produced with an out-of-specification brake hydro-boost housing relief valve bore.
Consequence: Consequently, the valve o-ring seal may fracture. Steering efforts may be slightly increased while braking or parking. Under certain driving conditions, a fractured seal may require a slight increase in the applied brake pedal effort to achieve the same vehicle deceleration rate as prior to the seat fracture.
Remedy: Dealers are to replace the hydro-boost relief valve. The recall began on June 18, 2004. Owners should contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339; Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; GMC at 1-866-996-9463; or hummer at 1-866-486-6376.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 15 complaints about the 2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 3
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Service brakes7
Electrical system3
Fuel system2
Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump2
Hydraulic2

Other Cadillac Escalade EXT years

Other 2003 Cadillac models

Most recalled 2003 vehicles

2003 Honda Accord (24 recalls)
2003 Honda Civic (24 recalls)
2003 Honda Odyssey (15 recalls)
2003 Subaru Outback (15 recalls)
2003 Subaru Legacy (15 recalls)

All of 2003’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Cadillac dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT?: 15 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.