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2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Escalade ESV.

Body SUVTransmission Automatic 10-spd

The 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a full-size SUV equipped with a 10-speed automatic transmission, returning EPA figures of 14 city, 23 highway, and 17 combined mpg, with an 8.0-quart engine oil capacity at 0W-20 viscosity for routine service. With 32 total owner complaints centered primarily on the engine category and just one recall on record, the 2019 model year sits in a comparatively quiet stretch of the Escalade's broader complaint history spanning 2003 through 2026 — well removed from the 268-complaint peak of 2007 and far above the two-complaint low of 2013. That relatively low complaint volume indicates a mature point in the platform's lifecycle where earlier-generation issues had largely been resolved, positioning the 2019 ESV as a comparatively stable entry for those evaluating long-term ownership.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity8.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque140 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy14/23/17 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 720 CCA battery, OE oil filter 12731742. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 720 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP275/55R20 111SOEM · verified
Wheel / rim9 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter12731742
Engine air filter23349854
Spark plug12622441
Battery88865934 alt 88864542
Front wiper blades84613732
Serpentine belt12658178 alt 12643517
Thermostat12620318 alt 12674639
Cabin air filter23281440

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 10-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length224.4 in
Overall width80.3 in
Overall height74.4 in
Wheelbase129.9 in
Curb weight6041 lb
Track (front / rear)68.9 / 68.5 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)51/49

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined14 / 23 / 17 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 8.0 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Synthetic · 75W-90 · GL-5 · 75W-85 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 140 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidUse Dexron ULV
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity8.1
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear OilSynthetic · 75W-90 · GL-5 · 75W-85
Engine Coolant Capacity17.8
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity8.0 qt
Power Steering FluidEPS

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)18.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)18.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)31.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)18.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17.0 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs18.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts140 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub188.0 Do not re-use old hub nut. ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3
Spark Plug ManufacturerAC Delco
Spark Plug Gap.037-.043 in
Spark Plug Torque15 ft-lbs
Ignition TimingNot Adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable VarianceNot Adjustable degrees

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance720 cca

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum46.0 Ignition On psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum84.0 Ignition On psi
RPM46.0-84.0 Ignition On rpm

Brakes

ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079 in; Rear: 0.079 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.102; Rear: .728
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.122; Rear: .748
Variation from Parallelism Thickness VariationJD9: .0007, J95: .001
Maximum Rotor Runout.002

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
148.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9048 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 85.015 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
159 ft. lbs., Step 2: Turn 90°, Step 3: With Internal Hex Style Bolts: Turn 40°, Step 4: Except Internal Hex Style Bolt: Turn 60°.59 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
111.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 22.0 ft. lbs. Step 3: 45.011 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
17.4
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
17.4
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
13.6 ft. lbs.3.6 ft. lbs
27.4

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 97,500 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miAccelerator Pedal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Shift Interlock Solenoid (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Oil (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miWindshield Wiper Blade (replace)
Every 22,500 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 45,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect)
Every 75,000 miHood Hinge (inspect)
Every 97,500 miSpark Plug Wires (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 150,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Across this generation, federal complaints trended downward from a high of 103 in 2015, steadily declining through 2018 before reaching a low point in 2019 and 2020. The 2019 model sits at the bottom of this downward arc, reflecting a mature, stabilized platform with just 32 complaints and a single recall, compared to the subsequent spike of 80 complaints and 11 recalls in 2021. For the 2019 Escalade ESV specifically, engine issues dominate the complaint landscape, accounting for 12 of the 32 total complaints, though the data does not specify the root cause. Crash and fire complaints are minimal at one each, and there are no open federal investigations. Given its position as the statistical low point for complaints and recalls within its generation cycle, the 2019 model year is a strong, reliable choice for a used purchase.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
775
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
32
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 32 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine12
Power Train,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System2
Power Train2
Electrical System2
Power Train,Engine2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Electrical System,Seats,Fuel/Propulsion System1
Power Train,Engine,Forward Collision Avoidance1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V673000Seat Belts:Rear/OtherReported 26/09/2018

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not… Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018. Owners may contact…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 775 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
PIT3271Q2026-04-01Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel…
PIP61042026-03-09Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and…
PIP4902V2026-03-09Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into…
PIT6425D2026-03-02Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue…
PIT64832026-02-04Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information communicates an issue with aftermarket LED headlights…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2019 Escalade ESV take?

8.0 qt of 0W-20 meeting GM Dexos 1, per the factory manual.

Does the 2019 Escalade ESV have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Escalade ESV get?

EPA figures are 14 city / 23 highway / 17 combined mpg.