Tl* the contact owns a 2003 cadillac escalade. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning and the steering ability seized. The contact had to maneuver to the shoulder and called roadside assistance. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the battery cable was damaged. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was invalid. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.
2003 Cadillac Escalade: engine stalls while driving
7 of the 81 complaints about the 2003 Cadillac Escalade describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 116 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Engine stalls while driving by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 cadillac escalade. The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH, the vehicle engaged into reduced engine power mode while and stalled. The failure was a recurring issue. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer several times over the course of four years but they were never able to repair the vehicle. The VIN was available. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 200,000.
While turning a corner the vehicle stalled. *nm the consumers vehicle was towed in for service. Fuel was put into the tank but the vehicle still would not start. It was finally determined that the ignition circuit was inoperable. *tc
While driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle but was unable to do so. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic inform the driver that the battery needed to be replaced, however the problem recurred. Please provide further details. *jb the dealer discovered that the fuel pump was defective and caused feedback on the computer system and made it shut down blowing a fuse. The consumer replaced the vehicle and is now on the road again.
While driving transmission booster failed, causing vehicle to stall.
The state of california ordered installation of the interlock ignition device (iid) to prevent the vehicle from being operated by intoxicated drivers. The device malfunctioned, causing the vehicle not to start or stall while driving. Manufactured by guardian interlock, model 3050, serial# 13429 & 18832, transponder 4.4e.
Consumer stated vehicle stalls while driving at 45 MPH on the hwy, power steering and power brake lock up. Dealer and manufacturers has been notified. Please provide further information. Mr
Service bulletins that may apply
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- This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
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- This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in...
- This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2003 Cadillac Escalade stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 2003 Cadillac Escalade?
7 of 81 owner complaints about the 2003 Cadillac Escalade (9%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2022.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 Cadillac Escalade?
There are 0 recalls and 116 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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