Is the 2010 Cadillac Escalade reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Cadillac Escalade is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Cadillac Escalade?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 Cadillac Escalade have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2010 Cadillac Escalade

▲ Better than typical

2010 Cadillac Escalade
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This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 38
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2010: 38 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

55% · 21 reports

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Takata recall. I have two kids and am scared to drive my car with this recall. Its been over 2 years since the first contact with GM. At that time they said they would follow up with me and still never have.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-09

I called all the dealers listed on your web site to have the air bags replaced but they said they dont have the part and cant get it rk chev told me to go to a Cadillac dealer and they dont have it so what do I do, also the engine has aticking noise...

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-31

Electrical system

13% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing cables.

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My son was driving home from work down Highway 288 in Houston and the car just died and did not start. The door locks were going up and down like it was trying to reset and lock the car. I had it fixed and they said it was the fuel pump was out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-18

Second lemon from the Texas plant. First was 07 GMC yukon with massive electrical problems. This new Cadillac, also made in arlington, has had several issues with the same rear pass door, door latch, window seals and warped door frame.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-21

Also filed under Latches/locks/linkages and structure

Engine

8% · 3 reports

Wheels

5% · 2 reports

Service brakes

5% · 2 reports

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Tubo problema en k a lus derecha delantera l

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-13

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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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 bags21V053000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles...

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 24, 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

2010 Cadillac Escalade — pre-purchase inspection

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Air bags: 21 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 21V050000 · Air bags
Recall 21V053000 · Air bags
Recall 21V054000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Cadillac Escalade reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Cadillac Escalade is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Cadillac Escalade?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Cadillac Escalade have?: 3 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.

2010 Cadillac Escalade

Complaints per year

Known problem areas

Air bags

Electrical system

Engine

Wheels

Service brakes

Safety timeline

Buy-smart checklist

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Verify these recalls were completed

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