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2003 Cadillac Escalade vs 2005 Cadillac Escalade

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2003 Cadillac Escalade2005 Cadillac Escalade
NHTSA complaints8142
Recall campaigns42
Service bulletins (TSBs)741743
Investigations10
Crash reports43
Fire reports41
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)13–1413–15
Median reported mileage82,169 mi89,053 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentCadillac EscaladeCadillac Escalade
Electrical System2311
Service Brakes97
Air Bags59
Service Brakes, Hydraulic111
Power Train37
Engine45
Fuel/propulsion System36
Steering61

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling80
Rust / corrosion80
Brake problems50
2003 Cadillac Escalade
2005 Cadillac Escalade

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.