Common Problems, Issues, Recalls, and Reliability

  • Inside/Outside Door Handles May Break

    The inside and outside door handles are prone to breaking.

  • Power Door Lock Actuators May Fail

    The power door lock actuators may become slow to operate or stop working completely and require replacement.

  • Front/Rear Differential May Develop Noise Due to Worn Bearings

    The front or rear differential may develop an abnormal noise due to worn bearings or another internal fault. Our technicians tell us that a complete overhaul of the affected differential is commonly necessary to correct this condition.

  • Instrument Panel Lights Flickering and Exterior Lights Intermittent

    The headlight switch used on the Cadillac Escalade is known to fail through normal operation. Since the headlight switch is also integrated into the interior lights, a malfunctioning switch can cause issues with interior lights as well.

    • Symptoms of a failed headlight switch include:
    • Headlights and taillights failing to turn on or off
    • Interior lights flicker, or fail to turn on or off
    • Gauge cluster lighting off or flickering with headlights on
    • Parking light malfunctions

    This issue is well known with General Motors Trucks and SUVs, and is solved by testing and, if needed, replacing the headlight/dimmer switch. Bad grounding wires at the tail-lights, and dirty/corroded tow package wires can also lead to some of these issues.

  • Fuel Level Sensor Failure

    It is common for the fuel level sensor in the fuel tank read the fuel level incorrectly. The sensor must be replaced to correct the condition. Our technicians recommend having the complete fuel pump module replaced on high mileage vehicles.

  • Air Conditioning Compressor May Become Noisy

    The air conditioning compressor may develop an abnormal noise and require replacement. We recommend that whenever an AC compressor is being replaced for a noise condition, a filter kit should be installed to prevent any metal particles in the system from damaging the new compressor.

  • The Fuel Pump May Fail Causing the Engine to Stall or Crank Over But Not Start

    The fuel pump may fail causing the engine to stall and not restart.

  • Check Engine Light and Misfire Due to Stuck Fuel Injectors

    One or more fuel injectors may become stuck closed causing an engine misfire and the check engine light to illuminate. Our technicians tell us that this problem can be caused by some fuel additives . There are special procedures which may be able to restore the affected injector. If this fails the affected injector must be replaced.

  • Heating and AC Temperature and Air Delivery Mode Door Actuators May Fail

    One or more heater & AC (HVAC) air delivery and/or temperature mode door actuator may fail. This can result in incorrect air delivery or temperature. If this occurs, fault code(s) stored in the HVAC control module should be available to assist with diagnoses.

  • Check Engine Light Due to Gas Cap Issue

    Illumination of the check engine light may be the result of a loose or worn gas cap .

  • ABS Front Wheel Speed Sensors May Fail

    The anti-lock brake system (ABS) front wheel speed sensors are prone to failure. When a sensor fails, the ABS warning light may illuminate and/or the ABS system may activate erratically.

  • Windshield Wipers May Fail Due to Faulty Wiper Motor Control Board

    The windshield wipers may not work intermittently due to a faulty wiper motor control board. Our technicians tell us that lightly taping on the wiper motor when the fault occurs should temporarily get the wipers working again. Some vehicles were recalled for this problem and some were not. You will need to check with your local dealer to find out if a specific vehicle was included.

  • Intake Manifold Gaskets May Leak Coolant or Engine Oil

    The intake manifold gasket may develop and external engine oil or coolant leak. In some cases, an internal coolant leak may occur causing coolant to mix with the engine oil. Our technicians tell us that operating the engine with a coolant/oil mix can result in internal engine damage. Replacing the intake manifold gasket should correct these leaks.

  • Inside Door Handles May Break

    The inside door handles are prone to breaking.

  • Check Engine Light With Code P1870

    The transmission may develop a harsh 1-2 shift and/or illumination of the Check Engine Light with code P1870 stored. This can be caused by wear of the bore for the TCC isolator and regulator valves in the valve body. This condition does not commonly occur until the transmission reaches normal operating temperature. If the valve body is worn, replacement will be necessary to correct this concern.

  • Contamination of extended life coolant

    Extended life coolant may become contaminated and require cooling system service before the recommended 100,000 miles.

  • Alternator May Fail and Cause Noise and Dead Battery

    The alternator may fail causing the battery to go dead, or an abnormal noise may develop. The dash warning light may or may not illuminate. A failed alternator will require replacement.

  • Power Brake Units May Leak Fluid From Hydro-Boost Unit

    Power brake systems using "hydro-boost" may leak power steering fluid from the hydro-boost unit located behind the brake master cylinder . Replacement of the hydro-boost unit is the common repair to correct this concern.

1999 Questions and Answers

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