Tl* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac escalade. The contact stated that upon purchasing the vehicle, the video entertainment system on the driver's side was inoperable. The contact stated that while fueling the vehicle, fuel started to leak from the fuel tank. The contact stated that no warning lights were illuminated. The contact linked the failures to the federal safety agency campaign number: 00v153000 (fuel system, gasoline). Cole valley cadillac located at (4111 elm rd ne, warren, oh 44483) and preston cadillac located at (3510 wilmington rd, new castle, pa 16105) were notified of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 167,000.
2000 Cadillac Escalade fuel system problems
13 complaints (18% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 115,000.
- owner complaints
- 13
- of this car's complaints
- 18%
- typical mileage
- 115,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Storage: tank assembly5
- Storage: tank assembly: mounting1
- Delivery: fuel pump1
At what mileage
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Cadillac Escalade fuel system problems in other years
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles, equipped with a floor mounted rosen video entertainment center, fail to conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." due to the method of installation of the video entertainment center by the installed, the vehicle may not meet the fuel spillage requirements of the standard in a vehicle crash.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- If the entertainment center is installed on the right-hand side (passenger side), no correction is required. If the entertainment center is installed on the left-hand side (driver side), the dealer will remove and reinstall the entertainment center with a revised attachment bracket. The dealer will also inspect, and if necessary, replace the fuel return line.
Recall number 00V153000 · Recall details
What 2000 Cadillac Escalade owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Fuel tank begins leaking when starting up vehicle
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac escalade. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel injection system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.
Brake and fuel lines critically rusted. This is not a salt only issues. This is a material defect that cadillac should be force to recall this is a potential life safety issue and should be taken very seriously.
Smelled gas fumes coming from gas tank area. A mechanic told me that there is a leak in the gas tank area that needs to be replaced as soon as possible as this may ignite causing fire. We saw on line that there was indeed a recall of this car model for the same above cited reason.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 cadillac escalade. While driving 65 MPH in overdrive, the vehicle stalled. The power steering and/or brakes stopped working. The contact was unable to move the vehicle out of the flow of traffic on the highway. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who stated that the fuel pump failed. The emc fuse was also blown due to the failure of the fuel pump. The repairs were made at the cost of over $900. The manufacturer could not assist due to the expiration of the warranty. The failure and current mileages were 133,000.
Gas leaking.
My 2000 escalade started having a strong gas smell from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle has never been in an accident. The result was the vehicle had a cracked gas tank on the top. This vehicle has been garage keep for the past 2 years that I have had the vehicle with an electric hot water heater right beside the vehicle. The fumes could have exploded while driving or just sitting in our garage. Has this happened to others?
2000 escalade SUV fuel pump-three wires inside burning and melting together-my mechanic shop has part and other ones that he has replaced-we feel that one day there will be an explosion in fuel tank-spoke with one of your investagators a frank barris who told me to report this.
Fuel tank leaks, has been replaced twice, I started complaining after the first month after the purchase of the vehicle. It would leak over 1/2 gallon of fuel. Gm and dealership keep making excuses of the problem and the odor. I have taken the vehicle in over 7 times in 3 years for the odor and leaking fuel. This has taken me away from work and numerous hours in scheduling for repairs. I am constantly worried about my safety in this vehicle. I am currently in a law suit with gm.
Questions about the 2000 Cadillac Escalade fuel system
Does the 2000 Cadillac Escalade have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the fuel system of the 2000 Cadillac Escalade, 18% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2000 Cadillac Escalade fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 115,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Cadillac Escalade fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 00V153000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Cadillac Escalade have the most fuel system problems?
The Cadillac Escalade model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2023 (14 complaints) and 2000 (13 complaints).
Other 2000 Cadillac Escalade problems
Brakes 13Airbags 7Electrical 7Engine 5Steering 5Transmission 5Acceleration 4Body 4Tires 4Wheels 4Seats 3Locks 2Suspension 2Visibility 2Lights 1Seat belts 1
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