HAVE A DEFECTIVE
CADILLAC?
If your Cadillac has repeated problems that won’t go away, we can help.
Lemon Law Help can answer any questions you have about your potentially defective Cadillac, the law, and your rights as a vehicle owner. The lemon law protects you by ensuring manufacturers address recurring defects or compensate you properly.
Should you decide to go forward with a Cadillac lemon law case, we offer free legal representation and can help you get cash compensation, a vehicle replacement, or a buyback under the California Lemon Law.
Think You Have A Lemon?
Top 8 Cadillac Issues
Auto manufacturers sometimes release faulty cars, trucks, and other vehicles to the public. Unfortunately, Cadillac, a division of General Motors, is no exception. For instance, owners of Cadillac vehicles—particularly Escalade models—have been reported to experience the following issues:
- Transmission Failure (commonly reported in Cadillac Escalades with 8-speed automatic transmissions)
- Oil Leaks
- Engine Failure
- Check Engine Light Turns On
- Vehicle Dies While Driving
- Hard Down Shifting
- Brake Pedal is Stiff
- Vehicle Stalls While Driving
Should these symptoms or any other vehicle problems repeatedly appear, your Cadillac may be a lemon. Contact Lemon Law Help to get a free consultation from an attorney to discuss your Cadillac lemon law rights.
Get a Free Case ReviewCadillac 6.2L Engine & 10-Speed Transmission Issues
Many Cadillac owners have reported significant issues with the 6.2L L87 V8 engine, commonly found in recent model year Escalades and other GM vehicles. This engine has been linked to catastrophic failures, including sudden engine seizures, excessive oil consumption, and unexpected engine shutdowns while driving. These defects pose serious safety risks, often leaving drivers stranded and requiring expensive repairs.
In addition to engine problems, Cadillac Escalades equipped with General Motors’ 10-speed automatic transmission have exhibited harsh shifting, gear slipping, and complete transmission failure in certain cases. Drivers have reported erratic acceleration, hesitation when shifting gears, and abrupt power loss, making the vehicle unpredictable and unsafe to drive. Complaints suggest that internal component failures and software-related issues contribute to these defects, yet GM has failed to implement a reliable fix.
If your Cadillac is experiencing any of these persistent engine or 10-speed transmission issues, you may have a lemon under California law. Contact Lemon Law Help for a free case review to explore your legal options
Cadillac Lemon Law Litigation
Recent litigation has highlighted recurring defects in Cadillac models, particularly with drivetrain and transmission systems. Cadillac Escalades equipped with General Motors’ 8L45 and 8L90 8-speed automatic transmissions have been the subject of class-action lawsuits alleging that faulty design causes problems such as:
- Sudden and violent shaking during operation (commonly known as the “Chevy Shake“).
- Hard downshifting, hesitation, and delayed acceleration.
- Premature component wear leading to ongoing repairs.
These issues have led to significant safety concerns, financial burdens, and, in some cases, serious injury for Cadillac owners. In 2024, a U.S. judge ruled that General Motors must face a consolidated class action over these transmission defects, which involve multiple GM vehicles, including the Cadillac Escalade. The lemon law protects vehicle owners from ongoing financial safety risks.
If your Cadillac is a 2020 or newer model with recurring issues like these, you may qualify to receive monetary compensation or other remedies under California lemon law. Contact Lemon Law Help for a free case review to explore your legal options.
Along with its Cadillac division, General Motors also controls Chevrolet and GMC. Read the other division pages to learn more about General Motors’ misconduct via its other brands in detail and find out if you have a Cadillac lemon law case.
