1999 CADILLAC ESCALADE Recalls (5)
- Campaign:
- 00V122000 on 05/01/2000
- Component:
- Seat belts:front:webbing
- Manufactured:
- 08/31/1998 - 05/30/1999
- Affected:
- 279,132
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. these vehicles do not comply with the occupant protection requirements of fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
- Consequence:
- In the event of a vehicle crash, the right front passenger restraint systems may not meet the neck extension requirements.
- Correction:
- Dealers will install a tray insert on the top of the passenger side of the instrument panel. the tray insert corrects the noncompliance.
- Notes:
- Owner notification began december 29, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, and gmc at 1-800-462-8782.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Campaign:
- 00V153000 on 06/06/2000
- Component:
- Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
- Manufactured:
- 03/31/1999 - 05/30/2000
- Affected:
- 4,300
- Defect:
- 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.
- Consequence:
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Correction:
- 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.
- Notes:
- Owner notification began july 13, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cadillac at1-800-458-8006.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Campaign:
- 06E026000 on 03/22/2006
- Component:
- Exterior lighting
- Affected:
- 61,944
- Defect:
- Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
- Consequence:
- Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
- Correction:
- Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
- Notes:
- This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
- Campaign:
- 06E043000 on 05/21/2006
- Component:
- Fuel system, gasoline
- Affected:
- 88,303
- Defect:
- Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
- Consequence:
- This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
- Correction:
- Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
- Notes:
- This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
- Campaign:
- 07E088000 on 10/29/2007
- Component:
- Equipment
- Affected:
- 121,680
- Defect:
- Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
- Consequence:
- This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
- Correction:
- Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
- Notes:
- Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
1999 CADILLAC ESCALADE TSBs (85)
- Bulletin:
- 990844002
- Component:
- 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
- Summary:
- Some customers may comment that the cd changer will not release when depressing the eject button. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 990601003
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Customer may comment on engine knocking noise. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 990235001
- Component:
- 011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
- Summary:
- Customers may comment about a squeak noise coming from the steering column while turning the steering wheel. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 660421002
- Component:
- 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
- Summary:
- Customer may complain that the 4wd is inoperative. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 990730013
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Some customers may comment about the service engine soon light illuminating. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 990421004
- Component:
- 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
- Summary:
- Some pickups and full-size utility models with an automatic transfer case may exhibit a bump / clunk upon acceleration. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 000604003
- Component:
- 185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
- Summary:
- Some customers may comment on rough idle after start up, and / or a service engine soon (ses) light illuminated. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 000866001
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Subject regarding water intrusion into rear compartment. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 99092
- Component:
- 021000 suspension:front
- Summary:
- Customer satisfaction campaign on vehicles exhibitng variations in front suspension alignment that can result in vehicle pull either to the right or to the left. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 000604014
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some customers may comment on hard, no, or slow start, backfire or kickback during crank / start, grinding or unusual noises during crank, diagnostic trouble code p0338. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 00074
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may have the potential of exhibiting a battery drain condition when a vehicle theft event causes a phone call to be initiated by the onstar automatic theft notification feature, and the call is not completed. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 000863007
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- Some customers may comment that the hood sheet metal flutters or vibrates when driving at various speeds. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 00044
- Component:
- 150000 seat belts
- Summary:
- Subject regarding fmvss neck extension requirements. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 00152
- Component:
- 150000 seat belts
- Summary:
- Campaign parts bulletin regarding fmvss neck extension requirements. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 000730022B
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- A no reverse, no second gear, or no fourth gear condition. *tt updated *eh
- Bulletin:
- 00074
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may have the potential of exhibiting a battery drain condition when a vehicle theft event causes a phone call to be initiated by the onstart automatic theft notification feature, and the call is not completed. *t
- Bulletin:
- 010730012
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Information pertaining to the new control valve body, spacer plate and gaskets for the 4l60-e automatic transmission. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 010730002D
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on, transmission stuck in third gear, instrument cluster inoperative. *tt updated *eh 2006 and prior gm passenger cars and light duty trucks. *sc
- Bulletin:
- 010730002B
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is on; the transmission is stuck in third gear; and / or the instrument cluster is inoperative. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 010730023
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Some owners with vehicles built before january 15,1999 may comment on a harsh 1-2 upshift and may also have a check engine light. *et
- Bulletin:
- 000089008A
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Some customers may want to tow their vehicle behind another vehicle with all four tires ont he ground. this bulletin provides information regarding recreational (dinghy) towing for certain vehicles including the 1996 through 2000 toyota c
- Bulletin:
- 0108110003
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Some customers may comment that the door trim panels, door switch plates, and floor console woodgrain trim exhibit a cloudy and / or a milky appearance. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 010856004
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Information regarding security lamp illuminating on the instrument panel, engine stall, no start, and diagnosic trouble code b2960. *slc
- Bulletin:
- 180901
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Customers may complain that their center console lock is not operational. *slc
- Bulletin:
- 010856004A
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Information regarding security lamp illumination on the instument panel, engine stalls. *yh
- Bulletin:
- 010730023A
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Information regarding harsh 1-2 upshift, service engine soon, malfunction indicator lamp, or cel illuminated, diagnostic trouble code p1870 set. (1996-2000 chevrolet and gmc light duty truck models) *yh
- Bulletin:
- 010605006
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Subject regarding exhaust system rumble / rattle noise. *jg
- Bulletin:
- 000604003A
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some customers may comment on rough idle after start up, especially after setting overnight. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 010730038
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Some customers may comment that the service engine soon lamp is illuminated, no 3rd and 4th gear, the transmission does not shift correctly, the transmission feels like it shifts to neutral or a loss of drive occurs. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 020524001
- Component:
- 034400 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum
- Summary:
- Subject regarding revised drum brakes component specifications. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 020524001
- Component:
- 034400 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum
- Summary:
- Subject regarding revised drum brakes component specifications for pickup and utility models. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 010730023B
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Some customers may comment on a harsh 1-2 upshift and the check engine light or service engine soon indicator is illuminated and diagnostic trouble code p1870 set. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 020525002
- Component:
- 046300 service brakes, air:antilock:wheel speed sensor
- Summary:
- Subject regarding revised wheel speed sensor replacement procedure. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 020451003
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Subject regarding revised diagnostic trouble code b2725. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 020421005
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Some vehicles will not move when 4-wheel drive is requested, noise, shudder, poor performance, transmission / transfer case slips, transmission will not upshift, slips in 4-wheel drive. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 020234001
- Component:
- 017500 steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
- Summary:
- Subject regarding tie rod replacement- inner procedure. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 020730024A
- Component:
- 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
- Summary:
- Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. *tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 020525006
- Component:
- 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Summary:
- Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 020525006A
- Component:
- 046000 service brakes, air:antilock
- Summary:
- Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds on various models including the 1995 and 1996 envoy. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 020421005A
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Slips in 4-wheel drive, noise, vibration, leaks, hot odor. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 000604003B
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Rough idle after start, and/or a service engine soon (ses) light. various models including the 1995 chevrolet and gmc s/t models. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 990730022A
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Shift stabilization and tow/haul mode feature for hydra-matic 4l60-e/4l65-e and 4l80-e/4l85-e transmissions. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01409
- Component:
- 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
- Summary:
- The nvg 136 all wheel drive (awd) transfer case and the 236 and 246 nvg selectable transfer case shudder on turns. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01410
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Poor performance from a stop in 2wd, auto or 4wd hi. 2003, 2003 cadillac ext also included. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 000089008B
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Some customers may want to tow their vehicle behind another vehicle with all four tires ont he ground. this bulletin provides information regarding recreational (dinghy) towing for certain vehicles including 1988-2004 chevrolet and gmc li
- Bulletin:
- 010730038B
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- The service engine soon lamp is illuminated, no 3rd and 4th gear, the transmission does not shift correctly, the transmission feels like it shifts to neutral or a loss of drive occurs. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 000089008E
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Some customers may want to tow their vehicle behind another vehicle with all four tires ont he ground. this bulletin provides information regarding recreational (dinghy) towing for certain vehicles including 1988-2004 chevrolet and gmc li
- Bulletin:
- 02038
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Diagnostic trouble code b1000. *mr
- Bulletin:
- 01599
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- 4l60e, 4l65e forward and low reverse waved steel clutch plate appearance change. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 990730016A
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 3012B
- Component:
- 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
- Summary:
- The nvg 136 all wheel drive (awd) transfer case and the 236 and 246 nvg selectable transfer cases operating in the auto mode may exhibit a condition of a vibration/shudder during low speed turns such as a parking lot maneuver, up to approxi
- Bulletin:
- 3001
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- The service information and owners manual do not show a service interval for the 8.6, 9.5, 9.75, 10.5, and 11.5 inch rear axles with or without g80 (locking differential). *tt 2006 all general motors light duty trucks, vans and utilitie
- Bulletin:
- 3121A
- Component:
- 062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
- Summary:
- Exhaust vibration resonance or moan 99-05 full size trucks and utility vehicles with gen 3 v-8 engines. *tc
- Bulletin:
- 3121
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- Exhaust vibration resonance or moan. (2004-2005 gmc denali) *sc
- Bulletin:
- 3359
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Interior lights inoperative after bcm replacement b2618 diagnostic trouble code. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 3300
- Component:
- 105000 power train:driveline
- Summary:
- 4wd models with noise, vibration on dry pavement. *eh
- Bulletin:
- 3349
- Component:
- 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
- Summary:
- 4wd inoperative and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) u1026 atc fuse open. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 020307002
- Component:
- 020000 suspension
- Summary:
- Revised front caster and camber adjustment procedure. original not yet received. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 040604088
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- Replacement of connector when replacing fuel tank module/fuel pump module. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 3526
- Component:
- 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
- Summary:
- Intermittent service 4wd light comes on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) c0306 or c0308 stored in tccm. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 3389
- Component:
- 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
- Summary:
- Four wheel drive inoperative and the 4wd service light will illuminate. diagnosis may reveal that the atc fuse could be open, possible dtc c0308, or various u codes may be set. the encoder motor may also be shorted or the tccm may be dama
- Bulletin:
- 00773
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- 4l60e, 4l65e replacement valve body gaskets does not seem to fit. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 3424
- Component:
- 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
- Summary:
- Electronic transfer case unable to complete shift. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 3340
- Component:
- 021244 suspension:front:springs:leaf spring assembly:u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
- Summary:
- Left front axle shaft difficult to remove. axle differential leak seal shaft. *kb
- Bulletin:
- 08-089
- Component:
- 353000 equipment:electrical
- Summary:
- Buick\cadillac\chevrolet\gmc\hummer\oldsmobile\pontiac\saab\saturn service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. special coverage adjustment-analog onstar deactivation. fcc ruled in 2002 wireless carriers would no longer r
- Bulletin:
- 08089-B
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- General motors corp: special coverage adjustment; analog onstar deactivation. *pe updated 2/17/09. *pe
- Bulletin:
- 16NA260
- Component:
- 353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
- Summary:
- This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibr
- Bulletin:
- PIP5072
- Component:
- 101000 power train:clutch assembly
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have slip in forward ranges immediately after replacing the input housing. technician will inspect the 3-4 clutches and the forward clutch
- Bulletin:
- PIP3720D
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician with the axel setup information from american axle manufacturing. technician should be advised that the maximum pinion shim to be used or stacked behind the p
- Bulletin:
- PIP4404E
- Component:
- 017300 steering:linkages:arm:idler and attachment
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician vehicles with a slight rough idle. technician should compare the concern with a like vehicle. if the concern is worse than a like vehicle, technician should f
- Bulletin:
- PIC5913
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a supplemental inflatable restraint lamp, service vehicle soon lamp on and/or radio locked, possibly after module replacement. techni
- Bulletin:
- PIP4723B
- Component:
- 118000 electrical system: software
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the tire pressure monitor, active fuel injector tester, multi media tester, pico scope, gr8 starting/charging tester and
- Bulletin:
- PIT3098E
- Component:
- 020000 suspension
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a lean to the left or right. technician will need to measure fender wheel-opening heights, front and rear, to quantify vehicle lean.
- Bulletin:
- PIP4404F
- Component:
- 060000 engine (pws)
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician vehicles with a slight rough idle. technician should compare the concern with a like vehicle. if the concern is worse than a like vehicle, technician should f
- Bulletin:
- PIC4696A
- Component:
- 353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
- Bulletin:
- PIC4696B
- Component:
- 353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
- Bulletin:
- PIP5346
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about cooler line fittings that come with the 4t65e general motors remanufactured transmission may not be the same as original equipment manufacturer quick co
- Bulletin:
- PIT3098F
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a lean to the left or right. technician will need to measure fender wheel-opening heights, front and rear, to quantify vehicle lean.
- Bulletin:
- 01-08-49-017B
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- This technical bulletin provides a revision of 01-08-49-017a to add new pricing information and payment terms.
- Bulletin:
- 00-00-89-027G
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- This informational bulletin provides a step by step procedure on how to properly use the gm chemicals to eliminate unwanted odors in vehicles and which products to use for each application.
- Bulletin:
- 05-06-04-035D
- Component:
- 070000 fuel system, gasoline
- Summary:
- This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what e85 fuel may due to a non e85 vehicle.
- Bulletin:
- 17-NA-073
- Component:
- 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
- Summary:
- This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- Bulletin:
- 00-00-89-027G
- Component:
- 356000 equipment adaptive
- Summary:
- This informational bulletin provides a step by step procedure on how to properly use the gm chemicals to eliminate unwanted odors in vehicles and which products to use for each application.
- Bulletin:
- PIC4696C
- Component:
- 150000 seat belts
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
- Bulletin:
- PIP3366C
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- This preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician thatlight duty trucks equipped with automatic transmissions and 4 wheel drive may exhibit a condition of grinding/ratcheting type noise when shifting the automatic transmiss
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