Vehicle recall 02V224000 · August 12, 2002

2003 Cadillac Escalade

Certain all-wheel drive sport utility vehicles were built without a power steering bracket to secure the positive battery cable, allowing the cable to come in contact with the…

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

Summary: Certain all-wheel drive sport utility vehicles were built without a power steering bracket to secure the positive battery cable, allowing the cable to come in contact with the steering shaft.
Consequence: This contact could cause a wear-through of the cable insulation, exposing the wire core and result in intermittent electrical shorting. If enough current is discharged at the point of contact, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the positive battery cable routing and re-route, if necessary. No owner notification will take place since all vehicles were captured at the dealers.
Notes: Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 02V224000
Reported to NHTSA: August 12, 2002
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Manufacturer campaign: 02036
Owner notification: August 6, 2002
Vehicles potentially affected: 649
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

Recall 02V224000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Cadillac Escalade (2003): 2003

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