Cadillac Escalade Hybrid Problems by Year
NHTSA has 21 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid, across 6 model years (2009–2014). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (18). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Cadillac Escalade Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Escalade Hybrid model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 Escalade Hybrid: 18 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2012 Escalade Hybrid: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2014 Escalade Hybrid: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Cadillac Escalade Hybrid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Cadillac Escalade Hybrid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Escalade Hybrid | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2013 Escalade Hybrid | 0 | 0 | 4★ | — | |
| 2012 Escalade Hybrid | 2 | 0 | 4★ | Electrical System | |
| 2011 Escalade Hybrid | 0 | 0 | 4★ | — | |
| 2010 Escalade Hybrid | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2009 Escalade Hybrid | 18 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Cadillac Escalade Hybrid years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (18), 2012 (2), 2014 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid?
Electrical System, with 5 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.