MYRModel Year Report

2011 Cadillac Escalade EXT

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2011 Cadillac Escalade EXT
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:54:15.092Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2011

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2002: 22 complaints 2002 2003: 15 complaints 2004: 11 complaints 2004 2005: 5 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 16 complaints 2008: 14 complaints 2008 2009: 3 complaints 2010: 1 complaint 2011: 3 complaints 2011 3 2012: 1 complaint 2013: 1 complaint
2002: 22 complaints 2002 2003: 15 complaints 2003 2004: 11 complaints 2004 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 16 complaints 2007 2008: 14 complaints 2008 2009: 3 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2011 3 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2013: 1 complaint 2013
2002: 22 complaints 2002 2003: 15 complaints 2003 2004: 11 complaints 2004 2005: 5 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 16 complaints 2007 2008: 14 complaints 2008 2009: 3 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2011 3 2012: 1 complaint 2012 2013: 1 complaint 2013

2011: 3 complaints

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YearComplaints
200222
200315
200411
20055
20060
200716
200814
20093
20101
20113
20121
20131

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

3 of 3 total reports mention: air bags.

Show complaint excerpts

Takata recall - my vehicle is listed as having the Takata airbag installed and recalled - GM recall # 2049151 - NHTSA # 16V381. When I called GM they said the recall was on hold and I could not get my car serviced under the recall.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-26

Takata recall - when checking the status of my recall it says incomplete remedy not available. I want my airbags replaced asap. How do I do that? Www.airbagrecall.com site says this about my vehicle. Recall status recall incomplete.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-31

I contacted my dealer when I got the original recall notice several months ago. At the time they told me that they did not have a solution to switch out the airbags. I received the card from tk holdings this week.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-06

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2011-01-11Suspension11V007000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on January 11, 2011. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at…

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    2015-02-12Electrical system14V827000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ignition lock housing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2015.

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    2021-03-01Air bags21V050000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500,...

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 22, 2021.

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    2021-05-11Air bags21V054000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the...

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021.

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    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2011 Cadillac Escalade EXT — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 11V007000 · Suspension
  • Recall 14V827000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 21V050000 · Air bags
  • Recall 21V054000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2011 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade EXT?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Cadillac Escalade EXT have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.