NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv Safety Ratings
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 1 recall, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV achieved five-star ratings from NHTSA in both overall and frontal crash protection, contributing to its NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100, which places it in the Exceptional band. The vehicle also recorded a perfect sub-score for its avoidance technology. Significantly, there were zero owner complaints filed for this model year, further bolstering its federal safety profile.
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV received a five-star overall crash-test rating from NHTSA and a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100, sourced from federal NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv ranks 48 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 21.9% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 48 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv?
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV achieves an overall Safety Index score of 91/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. This marks a six-point improvement over the 2024 model year's 85/100. A near-perfect defect record sub-score of 19/20 anchors this rise, reflecting the vehicle's single recall and the complete absence of owner complaints in federal data thus far. NHTSA crash testing yielded a five-star overall rating, with five stars for both frontal and side impact protection, contributing to a crash-protection sub-score of 62/70. The vehicle's avoidance-tech sub-score is a flawless 10/10; forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are standard. The three-star rollover rating is the sole exception to an otherwise strong safety profile. This rating is consistent with the inherent dynamics of a tall, heavy full-size platform. The single recall identifies a concern with the hub assembly, affecting a broad range of GM full-size SUVs. The 2025 Escalade ESV distinguishes itself from the preceding model year through its cleaner complaint record and higher composite safety score.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Escalade ESV achieved the highest marks in the NHTSA crash-test program for overall, frontal, and side impact protection. Its rollover rating, however, reflects a 22 percent rollover risk. Despite this, the dynamic tip test indicated "No Tip."
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20444
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv have any recalls?
One recall has been issued for this model year. The campaign covers the wheels and hub assembly, with General Motors recalling certain 2025 and 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV vehicles alongside related GM full-size SUVs. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data for this campaign.
WHEELS:HUB26V304000
Risk: A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became sea
Reported 2026-05-14
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2025 Escalade ESV. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been alleged, and no top components have been flagged. Any future submissions would represent unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv?
For the 2025 Escalade ESV, a critical hub-assembly recall is on record. While sellers are obligated to disclose open recalls on used vehicles, prospective buyers must independently verify that the remedy has been completed by checking the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool. This step is essential before purchase.
- The 2025 model year Safety Index of 91/100 Exceptional represents a six-point increase over the 2024 model year's 85/100 Strong score, the largest year-over-year gain in recent Escalade ESV history tracked in this dataset.
- NHTSA's rollover rating of three out of five stars, paired with a 22 percent rollover risk figure, is the only sub-five-star crash result for this model year and is specific to the tall-body, full-size SUV platform.
- The single active recall targets the wheels and hub assembly across a broad group of 2025 and 2026 GM full-size SUVs, making VIN-specific remedy verification the most important safety step for any buyer of this model year.
- Zero owner complaints are recorded in NHTSA's system for this model year, meaning no unverified allegations of crashes, fires, injuries, or component failures have been submitted by consumers at this time.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv places
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv safety questions
Was the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 21.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Esv. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Escalade Esv years
Rivals in SUV (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model X | 96/100 | not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Acura ADX | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20444), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Cadillac Escalade Esv 2025.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 48 of 153 in the SUV class for 2025.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.