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2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Escalade ESV.

The 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV is an extended luxury SUV whose powertrain requirements, including a 7.0-quart oil capacity utilizing 0W-20 viscosity, underscore the scale of its engine—a component that has emerged as the top complaint area among the vehicle's 51 total owner complaints. Accompanied by 4 recalls, these powertrain issues position the 2022 model in a concerning middle ground within the nameplate's broader reliability history spanning 2003 to 2026. While its complaint count falls well short of the model's historical peak of 268 grievances in 2007, it drastically overshadows the lowest point of just 2 complaints in 2013, indicating to researchers that this specific year carries meaningful reliability risks rather than representing the nameplate's baseline durability.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192018

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity7.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque140.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 - AGM VRLA battery is required for this vehicle and is vented to the outside of the vehicle. · 850 CCA battery, OE oil filter 12727115. 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 49 - AGM VRLA battery is required for this vehicle and is vented to the outside of the vehicle. · 850 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size275/50R22 111HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim9 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter12727115 alt 12731742
Engine air filter84121219 alt 84121217
Fuel filter13539108
Spark plug12622441
Battery88864542 alt 88866098
Front wiper blades84278338
Serpentine belt12658178 alt 12669858
Thermostat19420815 alt 12587397
Cabin air filter13540923

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length227.2 in
Overall width81.1 in
Overall height76.4 in
Wheelbase134.3 in
Curb weight5869 lb
Track (front / rear)68.5 / 68.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 7.0 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 140.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity8.1 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4
Brake Fluid Capacity2.11 pints
Engine Coolant Capacity15.7 qt
Engine Coolant Capacity15.09 qt
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity7.0 qt

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.
Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts8.8 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts22.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts7.4 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs21.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts140.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3
Spark Plug ManufacturerAC Delco
Spark Plug Gap0.037-0.043" in
Spark Plug Torque15.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity2.0 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Capacity14 oz
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance850 cca
Standard BCI Group Number49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance850 cca

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: NS, Rear: 30.0
ABS Sensor Torque6.5
Minimum Pad Thickness0.078" in
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementRear: 0.709
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishRear: 0.728
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation.001"
Maximum Rotor Runout.002"

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
126.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 45°, Step 3: 15°26 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
130.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Loosen Bolts 13, 14, 5, 6, 4, 3, 11 & 12., Step 3: Bolts 13, 14, 5, 6 4, 3, 11 & 12: 30.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: Loosen Bolts 9, 10, 1, 2, 7 & 8., Step 5: Bolts 9, 10, 1, 2, 7 & 8: 30.0 ft. lbs., Step 6: Bolts 1-14: 59.0 ft. lbs., Step 7: 225°, Step 8: Head Bolt #2: 11.030 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
159.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: All Inside Hex Style Bolts: 130°, Step 3: All Except Inside Hex Style Bolts: 150°59 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
165.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 30°, Step 3: 15°65 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 60°, Step 3: 15°37 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the 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 Air Filter Element (inspect)
Every 15,000 miWindshield Wiper Blade (replace)
Every 22,500 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miFuel Filter (replace)
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) · Timing Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

The 2022 Escalade ESV is the second model year of the current generation, which launched in 2021. Compared to the 2021 model year—which recorded 80 complaints and 11 recalls, the highest recall count in the entire dataset—the 2022 shows a clear improvement with 51 complaints and only 4 recalls. However, it still has more complaints than the final years of the previous generation (2019: 32 complaints, 1 recall; 2020: 21 complaints, 2 recalls), and its 3 open investigations suggest ongoing scrutiny. The trend across this generation shows complaints and recalls declining after the first year, with 2023 and 2024 continuing that downward arc. Engine issues dominate the 2022 complaint list (25 of 51), but the data does not specify root causes. Overall, the 2022 is a safer bet than the 2021 but not as proven as later model years; it is a reasonable buy if you prioritize the updated generation over the lower-risk, mature previous generation.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
980
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
3
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
51
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 51 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine25
Power Train4
Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System3
Power Train,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System2
Power Train,Engine2
Power Train,Electrical System,Unknown Or Other1
Engine & Engine Cooling1
Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V617000Seat Belts:Critical FastenersReported 11/08/2022

General Motors, LLC (M) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The rivet that retains the buckle to the… Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rivet head formation on both the left and right side third-row seat belt buckle assemblies and replace seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of…

22V903000Exterior Lighting:Lighting Control Module:SoftwareReported 08/12/2022

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500… Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 980 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
PIT6476C2026-06-29Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information communicates an issue with a Service Brake system message…
PIT5966F2026-06-23Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still…
662.102026-06-17Unknown Or OtherSuper Cruise maps will download faster, giving you updates sooner for Super Cruise…
PIT65222026-06-10Unknown Or OtherThis PI advises dealers that if the K160 Brake System Control Module sets DTC P0606 along…
PIT6132E2026-06-09Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates an issues with the HVAC making a hum buzz noise…

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 2022 Escalade ESV take?

7.0 qt of DexosD Diesel 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 Escalade ESV have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.