2012 Cadillac Escalade vs 2013 Cadillac Escalade
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Oct 10, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 20 | 19 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,582 | 1,664 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–21 | 15–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Escalade | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 4 |
| Engine | 3 | 3 |
| Power Train | 1 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 3 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 1 |
2012 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.