Sell your 1999 Cadillac Escalade for cash

The 1999 Cadillac Escalade is a SUV that came with a 5.7L 8-cyl engine. At 27 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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1999 Cadillac Escalade at a glance

Body styleSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Engines5.7L 8-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy11 city / 15 highway / 13 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$5,150 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂684 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA1 configuration
Age27 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 27 years old, most of a 1999 Escalade's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a SUV, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1999 Escalade. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the suspension. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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1999 Cadillac Escalade recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 1999 Cadillac Escalade. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Fuel System, GasolineJun 2000 · NHTSA campaign 00V153000

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…

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Seat BeltsApr 2000 · NHTSA campaign 00V122000

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."

Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the right front passenger restraint systems may not meet the neck extension requirements.

Common 1999 Escalade problems

Owners have filed 39 complaints about the 1999 Cadillac Escalade with NHTSA. 3 reports involved a crash and 1 report involved a fire. Owners reported 3 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Suspension5
  • Seats3
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
  • Engine and Engine Cooling2
  • Fuel System, Gasoline2
  • Power Train2

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Seats200,000 mi

1999 Cadillac Escalade service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 104 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1999 Cadillac Escalade. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Unknown or Other10
  • Equipment7
  • Power Train7
  • Power Train7
  • Power Train7
  • Service Brakes6

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 2023 · 17-NA-073

    This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2022 · 04-06-04-051F

    This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2022 · 05-00-89-072E

    This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2022 · PIP4723F

    This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tes

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 4 defect investigations covering the 1999 Cadillac Escalade.

Service Brakes, HydraulicPE05020 · opened Apr 2005, closed Sep 2005Led to recall 05V379000

Unwanted low-speed ABS activation

In a letter dated august 29, 2005, gm notified odi that it was recalling certain model year 1999 through 2002 c/k pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles to correct a problem with anti-lock brake system (ABS) wheel speed sensor corrosion that may result in unwanted ABS activation and extended stopping distances during

Vehicle Speed ControlEA02015 · opened Aug 2002, closed Jan 2004

Throttle sticking closed

This investigation involves the general motors corporation (gm)throttle body (tb) utilized in model year (my) 1999-2002 silverado, sierra, tahoe, suburban, avalanche and yukon (subject vehicle(s)) with 4.8l, 5.3l, and 6.0l engines. The tb valve may intermittently stick in a closed position.in such a situation, an opera

Vehicle Speed ControlPE02021 · opened Feb 2002, closed Aug 2002

Throttle sticking

There is no summary currently available

Seat BeltsEA01018 · opened Dec 2001, closed Dec 2002

Seat belt anchorage separation

Selling a 1999 Escalade: questions

How much is a 1999 Cadillac Escalade worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 1999 Escalade that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 1999 Escalades that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 1999 Escalade with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1999 Cadillac Escalade; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 1999 Escalade?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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