MYRModel Year Report

2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT

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2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:10:49.479Z

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Cadillac Escalade EXT Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2002: 22 complaints 2002 2003: 15 complaints 2004: 11 complaints 2004 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 16 complaints 2008: 14 complaints 2008 2009: 3 complaints 2010: 1 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 1 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2013
2005: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
200222
200315
200411
20055
20060
200716
200814
20093
20101
20113
20121
20131

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system.

SEATS

1 of 5 total reports mentions: seats.

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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START AFTER BEING PARKED FOR ONE OR TWO DAYS. THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED ON FOUR OCCASIONS. ON ONE OCCASION, THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE BATTERY BUT THIS DID NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060906

SEAT BELTS

1 of 5 total reports mentions: seat belts.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE DRIVING SOUTH ON POWERS BLVD AND CROSSING THE BRIARGATE INTERSECTION IN COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO ON MAY 2, 2015, HONDA CIVIC VEHICLE RAN RED LIGHT TRAVELING WEST AROUND 32 TO 33 MPH (HIT GAS INSTEAD OF BRAKE).

NHTSA ODI report, 20150808

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START AFTER BEING PARKED FOR ONE OR TWO DAYS. THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED ON FOUR OCCASIONS. ON ONE OCCASION, THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE BATTERY BUT THIS DID NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060906

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050222 — power train

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, START

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 14, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, AND GMC AT 1-86

Campaign 05V055000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V055000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.