2013 Cadillac Escalade vs 2013 Ford Explorer
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 | 2013 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 19 | 2,235 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,664 | 139 |
| Investigations | 1 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–21 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Escalade | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 835 |
| Structure | 0 | 438 |
| Engine | 3 | 225 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 163 |
| Power Train | 5 | 119 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 120 |
| Suspension | 0 | 79 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 67 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 0 | 181 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 129 |
| Stalling | 0 | 57 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 52 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 41 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 39 |
| Overheating | 0 | 30 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 28 |
2013 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.