2009 Cadillac Escalade vs 2011 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.
| Metric | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 58 | 49 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,310 | 1,566 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–20 | 15–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 100,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Escalade | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 24 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 2 |
| Engine | 9 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 2 |
| Structure | 3 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 1 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2009 Cadillac Escalade
2011 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.