2006 Cadillac Escalade: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 19 owner complaints on record; most reports concern electrical system.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Dec 2005
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“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. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the brake lines were fractured, which caused brake fluid to leak. The dealer (joseph chevrolet, 8733 colerain ave, cincinnati, oh 45251, (513) 904-4110) was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Nov 2018
“When passing a vehicle, I pressed the throttle pedal completely to the floor. After passing the vehicle, I removed my foot from the pedal and the pedal remained stuck fully down with the engine at full throttle. I kicked at the pedal several times and the pedal popped up. This has happened several times and I try now to not press the pedal completely down, but I always wonder if and when it will stick again.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jul 2018
“I was driving the car down the highway and the low oil pressure warning light came on and went off. I drove it for 5 more minutes and the light came on again and the car completely shut off on me as I was driving. The car has 109,000 miles and was maintained regularly. I took it to my mechanic and he told me either the engine needs to be replaced or rebuilt costing me anywhere between $5000 and $7000. Needless to say I am very disappointed by this and was terrified that the car completely shut off on me on the highway.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jul 2017
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“I noticed vibrations with vogue custom built tires when driving highway speeds. The dealer identified the problem as a separated vogue custom built tire on left front. Tire size is 305-40-22. The vogue custom built tire has been driven 25,000 miles. See photo.”Owner report · Wheels · Jun 2016
“I noticed vibrations when driving highway speeds. The cadillac dealer identified the problem as a separated tire on left front. Tire size is 305-40-22. Tire has been driven 25,000 miles. See photo.”Owner report · Wheels · Jun 2016
“Engine started misfiring while on highway. Engine light came on and was blinking. I pulled off the road and had the car towed to dealer. The result is #6 and #8 are misfiring and also were told that 2 manifold bolts on right side of engine were broken off in engine body. If they cannot get the bolts to back off they will have to pull the head to drill them out on the inside.”Owner report · Electrical System · Apr 2016
“Vehicle stops running. Engine dies happened four times, three times at 70 to 80 mph on 6 ln. Freeway have to try and steer and use brakes with no power. Once to the side of the road let sit for a few minutes and it starts up again. Have had it to the dealer and they say they have no idea what is wrong when they put on the computer. I feel that his is extremely dangerous! It could get us killed along with any one else close by that hits us.”Owner report · Engine · Feb 2016
“My rear hatch will not open with key pad or from in side the vehicle. Why don't you have a key entry for this kind of problem? This is a safety hazzard.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 2015
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 cadillac escalade. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence then towed to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Mar 2015
“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. No pulsing like you would feel when anti-lock has engaged. Just felt like they released. Also, the airbags did not deploy. Vehicle is in the repair shop now and they told me the airbags are turned off. I've owned the vehicle since it was new and know of any reason why they would be off, nor did I know you could turn them off. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jan 2015
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
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 RIGHT WHILE BRAKING, THE HOSE MAY FRACTURE AND LEAK FLUID.
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, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727, OR HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493.
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 LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT.
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 CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876, OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
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Is the 2006 Cadillac Escalade reliable?
NHTSA has 19 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2006 Cadillac Escalade. The most complained-about area is electrical system.
Does the 2006 Cadillac Escalade have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.