1999-2000 Cadillac Escalade: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
2000 Cadillac Escalade
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- Price Range: $5,000 - $7,600
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Our reliability study for this generation Cadillac Escalade includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Cadillac Escalade .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Battery:
Whenever the battery is disconnected, the On-Star system forgets where the vehicle is and must be recalibrated through the Global Positioning System (GPS). (1999-2000)
Engine stalling:
The vehicle may stall and not restart occasionally, plus the antitheft light may come on due to a variety of wiring problems in the Passlock system. (1999-2000)
Hard starting:
The engine may be hard to start, and may backfire or kickback. Additionally, the engine may crack at the starter attachment, the starter may break or the ring gear may get broken due to a problem with the crankshaft position sensor. (1999-2000)
Hood/trunk:
The hood may flutter or vibrate requiring additional sealing material to be installed between the outer and inner panels. (1999-2000)
Ignition switch:
A bad ignition switch causes the check engine light to come on, the transmission to stick in third gear and the instruments to quit working. (1999-2000)
Paint/body:
The woodgrain trim may become cloudy or dull looking and were being replaced due to excessive wax buildup during manicuring. (1999-2000)
Poor transmission shift:
The driveline makes a clunk when shifting out of park or when shifting from drive to reverse. The company claims that this is normal. (1999-2001)
Vehicle noise:
The transfer case makes a bumping or clunking and a new fluid--Autotrak II-- was developed to correct the problem. (1999-2000)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $390 |
| Alternator | $325 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $1,115 |
| Brakes | $375 |
| Clutch, Pressure Plate, Bearing | $455 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $890 |
| Exhaust System | $900 |
| Radiator | $555 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $665 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $610 |
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