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Oil Filters Maintenance Fluids Parts Torque Value Costs Towing Recalls TSBs The 2011 Cadillac Escalade takes 5W-30 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 8 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 15mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 25 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the ACDelco PF48. Note: this vehicle has 6 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
Data last verified: May 3, 2026
Quick DIY Tips for the 2011 Cadillac Escalade Torque your drain plug to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (ACDelco PF48) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-30 Full Synthetic as specified by Cadillac — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
Maintenance schedule Choose interval 5,000 miles 7,500 miles 10,000 miles 15,000 miles 20,000 miles 30,000 miles 50,000 miles 60,000 miles 90,000 miles 100,000 miles Select a mileage interval above to see scheduled maintenance items.
Safety recalls6 10V643000
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT, CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO LD AND GMC SIERRA LD VEHICLES. THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD FRACTURE AND BECOME DISPLACED WITHIN THE REAR AXLE. SHOULD THE PIN SHIFT OUT OF POSITION, IT COULD CREATE AN INTERFERENCE CONDITION AND CAUSE THE REAR AXLE TO LOCK.
11V007000
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, COLORADO, EXPRESS, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; AND GMC CANYON, SIERRA, SAVANA, YUKON AND YUKON XL VEHICLES. THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD FRACTURE AND BECOME DISPLACED WITHIN THE REAR AXLE. SHOULD THE PIN SHIFT OUT OF POSITION, IT COULD CREATE AN INTERFERENCE CONDITION AND CAUSE THE REAR AXLE TO LOCK.
11V339000
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV; CHEVROLET SILVERADO HD, SILVERADO LD, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; AND GMC SIERRA HD, SIERRA LD, YUKON, AND YUKON XL VEHICLES. THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT ATTACHING BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION.
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Technical Service Bulletins1320 All categories ENGINE STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY AIR BAGS SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR STEERING SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY STRUCTURE POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING SEATS SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES UNKNOWN OR OTHER LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLING/CHARGING WHEELS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM EQUIPMENT STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID SUSPENSION VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR POWER TRAIN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL BACK OVER PREVENTION POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:THROTTLE:THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL SEAT BELTS VISIBILITY SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL TIRES EXTERIOR LIGHTING SERVICE BRAKES ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL TIRES:SIDEWALL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:CONTROLS EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HAND HEATER:WIRING HARNESS FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM VISIBILITY/WIPER STRUCTURE:BODY ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:COMPRESSOR BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR STEERING:LINKAGES:ARM:IDLER AND ATTACHMENT EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:TANK VALVE/GAUGE SUSPENSION:FRONT POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES WHEELS:RIM EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
PIP5276B ENGINE 2015-03-18
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on during a cold start in temperatures below 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0521. Technician will check the oil filter part number. If the part number is PF48E change the oil filter to a PF48. If a PF48 is not available then install a new UPF48R.
070232002 STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK 2010-07-01
EI07082 - POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING FROM POWER STEERING GEAR/RACK ASSEMBLY. *KB UPDATED ON 09/21/07. *NJ UPDATED 10/5/07. *NJ UPDATED 2/15/08. *NJ UPDATED 5/19/08. *NJ UPDATED 2/17/10. *PE UPDATED 3/30/11. *PE
08-04-19-004 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS 2012-03-01
GMC: CORRECT FRONT AXLE VENT HOSE ROUTING. THE FRONT AXLE VENT HOSE IS MOUNTED IN THE LEFT SIDE OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, AND MAY NOT BE CORRECTLY ROUTED. *PE UPDATED ON 5/1/2012. *KB
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