Cadillac Escalade complaints by model year
1,710 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2025 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 140 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | 85 | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| 2021 | 72 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
| 2020 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 2019 | 25 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 21 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | 51 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 2016 | 89 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| 2015 | 98 | 4 | 3 | 9 |
| 2014 | 20 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| 2013 | 19 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 2012 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 2011 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2010 | 38 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2009 | 58 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| 2008 | 136 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| 2007 | 230 | 13 | 7 | 4 |
| 2006 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2005 | 43 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 2004 | 69 | 10 | 6 | 2 |
| 2003 | 81 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| 2002 | 115 | 12 | 7 | 1 |
| 2001 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 71 | 9 | 3 | 1 |
| 1999 | 39 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 22 | 10 | 17 | 6 | 43 | 67 | 107 | 35 | 12 | 34 |
| Power train | 12 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 21 | 8 | 2 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 16 | 7 | 6 | 4 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 9 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Cadillac Escalade recalls (52)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Escalade model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V329000 | May 21, 2026 | Air Bag Inflator May Rupture | 2015 | — |
| 26V304000 | May 14, 2026 | Incorrect Front Wheel Hub Bolts | 2025, 2026 | 17% |
| 26V289000 | May 7, 2026 | Do Not Drive: Front and/or Rear Wheels May Lock Up | 2015, 2026 | 50% |
| 26V114000 | Feb 26, 2026 | Missing Owner's Manual/FMVSS 208 | 2026 | 63.2% |
| 26V085000 | Feb 13, 2026 | Rear Wheel Lock Up from Transmission Control Valve Failure | 2022 | 53.1% |
| 25V619000 | Sep 18, 2025 | Replacement Fuel Tank May Leak During a Rollover Crash | 2021 | 75% |
| 25V274000 | Apr 24, 2025 | Engine Failure | 2021–2024 | 85.1% |
| 24V797000 | Oct 24, 2024 | Rear Wheel Lock-Up from Transmission Valve Failure | 2021 | 76% |
| 24V674000 | Sep 12, 2024 | Inoperative Low Brake Fluid Warning | 2023, 2024 | 90.1% |
| 23V642000 | Sep 20, 2023 | Improperly Heat-Treated Suspension Bolts | 2023 | 89.4% |
| 22V903000 | Dec 8, 2022 | Running Lights May Not Deactivate/FMVSS 108 | 2022, 2023 | 98.1% |
| 22V827000 | Nov 3, 2022 | Running Lights May Not Deactivate/FMVSS 108 | 2021 | 95% |
| 22V617000 | Aug 11, 2022 | Improper Rivets on Seat Belt Buckle Assembly | 2021, 2022 | 93.7% |
| 22V036000 | Jan 27, 2022 | Rear Wheel Driveshaft Assemblies May Fail | 2021 | 95.4% |
| 21V739000 | Sep 23, 2021 | Power Control Module May Cause Fuel Pump Failure | 2021 | 96.9% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2025 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2024 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 4wd |
| 2023 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 2wd |
| 2022 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 2wd |
| 2021 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv 2wd |
| 2018 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv awd |
| 2017 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv awd |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv awd |
| 2013 | ★★★★☆ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv awd |
| 2012 | ★★★★☆ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv awd |
| 2011 | ★★★★☆ | 5★ | 5★ | 3★ | suv awd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Cadillac Escalade FAQ
How many recalls has the Cadillac Escalade had?
NHTSA lists 52 recall campaigns that cover at least one Cadillac Escalade model year from 1999 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Cadillac Escalade year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2007 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (230) and the 2020 the fewest (14). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Cadillac Escalade problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the engine, power train, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Cadillac Escalade get?
EPA rates the 2026 Cadillac Escalade at 13 to 17 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.