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2006 Cadillac Escalade vs 2006 Chevrolet HHR

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.

Metric2006 Cadillac Escalade2006 Chevrolet HHR
NHTSA complaints191,006
Recall campaigns25
Service bulletins (TSBs)812758
Investigations00
Crash reports147
Fire reports08
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)13–1422–23
Median reported incident mileage71,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentCadillac EscaladeChevrolet HHR
Steering0458
Electrical System5222
Structure1119
Power Train082
Latches/locks/linkages070
Air Bags363
Fuel/propulsion System244
Service Brakes, Hydraulic145

Symptoms owners describe

Steering problems088
Stalling070
Loss of power045
Vibration / shaking037
Rust / corrosion032
Check engine light022
Clunking / rattling012
Water leaks011
2006 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.