2018 Cadillac Escalade vs 2018 Dodge Durango
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Cadillac Escalade | 2018 Dodge Durango |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 21 | 232 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,127 | 371 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 25,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Escalade | Dodge Durango |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 87 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 56 |
| Engine | 10 | 27 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 21 |
| Seats | 1 | 21 |
| Power Train | 3 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 16 |
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2018 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.