2023 Cadillac Escalade vs 2023 Chevrolet Traverse
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 | 2023 Cadillac Escalade | 2023 Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 135 | 89 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 848 | 534 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–23 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 38,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Escalade | Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 104 | 18 |
| Power Train | 19 | 29 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 19 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 16 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 0 |
| Stalling | 10 | 6 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 5 |
2023 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.