2006 Cadillac Escalade
Only 19 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 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 19 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 71 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 115 |
| 2003 | 81 |
| 2004 | 69 |
| 2005 | 43 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 230 |
| 2008 | 136 |
| 2009 | 58 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 49 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 98 |
| 2016 | 89 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 78 |
| 2022 | 86 |
| 2023 | 142 |
| 2024 | 50 |
| 2025 | 21 |
| 2026 | 37 |
| 2027 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
5 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Service brakes
4 of 19 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
A vehicle turned across the road in front of me. Stood on the brakes and felt the brakes grab hard. I initially thought I could miss the truck when first applied brakes, then they felt like they released.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-02-12
Also filed under Air bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Cadillac Escalade. While driving 30 MPH, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when it was depressed. The brake pedal was pumped extensively to coast the vehicle off the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-26
Engine
3 of 19 total reports mention: engine.
Air bags
3 of 19 total reports mention: air bags.
Wheels
2 of 19 total reports mention: wheels.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2005-10-14Steering05V455000 Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(S) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. The recall will begin on October 14, 2005. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438…
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2006-03-31Equipment05V552000 Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims." These vehicles were shipped with tire and…
Remedy: Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on March 31, 2006. Owners may…
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Cadillac Escalade — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V455000 · Steering
- Recall 05V552000 · Equipment
Other years of this model
See all years ranked →FAQ
- Is the 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 2006 Cadillac Escalade?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Cadillac Escalade have?
- 2 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.