2006 Cadillac Escalade problems
The Cadillac Escalade is a full-size luxury SUV manufactured by General Motors and marketed by their luxury division Cadillac. It was the luxury brand's first major entry into the SUV market. The Escalade was introduced for the 1999 model year in response to an influx of new luxury SUVs in the late 1990s such as the Mercedes-Benz M-Class, Range Rover, Lexus LX, and (especially) Ford's 1998 debut of the Lincoln Navigator. The Escalade project went into production only ten months after it was approved. The Escalade is built in Arlington, Texas. The term "escalade" refers to a siege warfare tactic of scaling defensive walls or ramparts with the aid of ladders or siege towers. More generally, it is a French word which is the noun-equivalent form of the French verb escalader, which means "to climb or scale".
The Escalade is currently sold in North America and select international markets (Europe and Asia) where Cadillac has official sales channels. The Escalade ESV (Escalade Stretch Vehicle) is sold in North America, Russia, and the Middle East, but is only available by special order in some international markets. The right-hand-drive Escalade and Escalade ESV are available through third-party conversion specialists without official agreement with Cadillac in Australian, Oceanic, and Japanese markets.
On August 8, 2023, GM unveiled the Escalade IQ, an all-electric version of the Escalade, and the third model in Cadillac's EV line, after the Celestiq, and Lyriq. It is expected to go on sale in late 2024 for the 2025 model year, with a starting price of $130,000.
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Common 2006 Cadillac Escalade problems
The Cadillac Escalade, a luxury SUV produced by General Motors, has had its fair share of problems over the years, with the 2006 model being no exception. Based on complaints from owners, here are the most common problems with the 2006 Cadillac Escalade:
- Electrical Shorts: Undetected electrical shorts have been reported in the 2002 model, with 40% of complaints citing this issue. While the 2006 model is not specifically mentioned, it is part of the same generation and may share similar electrical issues.
- Tires Losing Air/Poor Rim Quality: The 2010 model has experienced issues with tires losing air or poor rim quality, which could potentially affect the 2006 model as well.
- Faulty Transmission System: A fault in the transmission system has been reported in the 2016 model, which could indicate a potential issue in the 2006 model as well.
- Moisture in Lights: Moisture in lights, leading to no headlight at all, has been reported in the 2008 model, which could potentially affect the 2006 model as well.
- Door Handles Snapping Easily: The 2007 models have experienced issues with door handles snapping easily, which could potentially affect the 2006 model as well.
- Erratic Instrument Panel: The 2015 model has experienced issues with the instrument panel, with the speedometer or other gauge working on and off. A common fix is to replace the instrument cluster altogether, which can be expensive.
- Engine and Suspension Problems: The 2016 model has experienced issues with engine and suspension problems, which could potentially affect the 2006 model as well.
It is important to note that while these issues have been reported by some owners, not all 2006 Cadillac Escalade owners will experience these problems. Additionally, some issues may have been resolved through recalls or warranties. It is always recommended to consult with a certified mechanic or dealership for any specific concerns or issues with a vehicle.
Is the 2006 Cadillac Escalade reliable?
The 2006 Cadillac Escalade receives an average consumer rating of 4.7 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Do Cadillac Escalades have transmission problems?
Understanding Cadillac Escalade Transmission Problems
Some owners have reported experiencing transmission problems, which can be concerning. These problems may manifest as rough shifting, delays in gear engagement, or even complete transmission failure.
What are the best years for Escalade?
A: The 2002, 2013, and 2014 model years are considered the most reliable for the Cadillac Escalade. These years offer a quality driving experience and are less likely to encounter expensive repairs over time.
Is Cadillac Escalade high maintenance?
According to RepairPal, an information hub for auto repairs, Cadillacs cost on average $783 to repair. Specific models will be more expensive. For instance, the Cadillac Escalade, a top-end SUV, generates an average yearly repair bill of about $1,200, according to RepairPal.
Is the 2006 Cadillac Escalade reliable?
The 2006 Cadillac Escalade receives an average consumer rating of 4.7 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Do Cadillac Escalades have transmission problems?
Understanding Cadillac Escalade Transmission Problems
Some owners have reported experiencing transmission problems, which can be concerning. These problems may manifest as rough shifting, delays in gear engagement, or even complete transmission failure.
Is Cadillac Escalade high maintenance?
According to RepairPal, an information hub for auto repairs, Cadillacs cost on average $783 to repair. Specific models will be more expensive. For instance, the Cadillac Escalade, a top-end SUV, generates an average yearly repair bill of about $1,200, according to RepairPal.
What are the best years for escalade?
A: The 2002, 2013, and 2014 model years are considered the most reliable for the Cadillac Escalade. These years offer a quality driving experience and are less likely to encounter expensive repairs over time.
2006 Cadillac Escalade car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Cadillac Escalade problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Air bags problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Cadillac Escalade vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2006 Cadillac Escalade complaints
The NHTSA has received 24 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-10
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: THE BRAKE LINES WERE CORRODED AND LEAKING IN AT LEAST TWO LOCATIONS. THE DEALER MASSEY CADILLAC OF SOUTH ORLANDO HAD TO REPLACE FROM THE REAR AXLE TO THE MASTER CYLINDER. THIS HAPPENED WHILE WE WERE DRIVING ON INTERNATIONAL DRIVE ON OUR WAY HOME TO MC.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-01
- VIN: 3GYEK62N26G
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS DEPRESSED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS PUMPED EXTENSIVELY TO COAST THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE FRACTURED, WHICH CAUSED BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK. THE DEALER (JOSEPH CHEVROLET, 8733 COLERAIN AVE, CINCINNATI, OH 45251, (513) 904-4110) WAS CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 86,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-21
- VIN: 1GYEC63N66R
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN PASSING A VEHICLE, I PRESSED THE THROTTLE PEDAL COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR. AFTER PASSING THE VEHICLE, I REMOVED MY FOOT FROM THE PEDAL AND THE PEDAL REMAINED STUCK FULLY DOWN WITH THE ENGINE AT FULL THROTTLE. I KICKED AT THE PEDAL SEVERAL TIMES AND THE PEDAL POPPED UP. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES AND I TRY NOW TO NOT PRESS THE PEDAL COMPLETELY DOWN, BUT I ALWAYS WONDER IF AND WHEN IT WILL STICK AGAIN.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-18
- VIN: 1GYEK63N36R
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING THE CAR DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND THE LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND WENT OFF. I DROVE IT FOR 5 MORE MINUTES AND THE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN AND THE CAR COMPLETELY SHUT OFF ON ME AS I WAS DRIVING. THE CAR HAS 109,000 MILES AND WAS MAINTAINED REGULARLY. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC AND HE TOLD ME EITHER THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED OR REBUILT COSTING ME ANYWHERE BETWEEN $5000 AND $7000. NEEDLESS TO SAY I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED BY THIS AND WAS TERRIFIED THAT THE CAR COMPLETELY SHUT OFF ON ME ON THE HIGHWAY.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-15
- VIN: 1GYEK63N86R
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: I NOTICED VIBRATIONS WITH VOGUE CUSTOM BUILT TIRES WHEN DRIVING HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE DEALER IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM AS A SEPARATED VOGUE CUSTOM BUILT TIRE ON LEFT FRONT. TIRE SIZE IS 305-40-22. THE VOGUE CUSTOM BUILT TIRE HAS BEEN DRIVEN 25,000 MILES. SEE PHOTO.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-15
- VIN: 1GYEK63N86R
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: I NOTICED VIBRATIONS WHEN DRIVING HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE CADILLAC DEALER IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM AS A SEPARATED TIRE ON LEFT FRONT. TIRE SIZE IS 305-40-22. TIRE HAS BEEN DRIVEN 25,000 MILES. SEE PHOTO.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-05-17
- VIN: 1GYEK63N06R
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE BRAKES MADE A METAL TO METAL GRINDING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND MADE UNKNOWN REPAIRS. THE FAILURE RECURRED APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR LATER. THE STABILIZER LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE, BUT DID NOT OFFER A SOLUTION. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 75,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-11
- VIN: 1GYEC63N76R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE
- Summary: ENGINE STARTED MISFIRING WHILE ON HIGHWAY. ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND WAS BLINKING. I PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND HAD THE CAR TOWED TO DEALER. THE RESULT IS #6 AND #8 ARE MISFIRING AND ALSO WERE TOLD THAT 2 MANIFOLD BOLTS ON RIGHT SIDE OF ENGINE WERE BROKEN OFF IN ENGINE BODY. IF THEY CANNOT GET THE BOLTS TO BACK OFF THEY WILL HAVE TO PULL THE HEAD TO DRILL THEM OUT ON THE INSIDE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-05
- VIN: 1GYEK63N36R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: VEHICLE STOPS RUNNING. ENGINE DIES HAPPENED FOUR TIMES, THREE TIMES AT 70 TO 80 MPH ON 6 LN. FREEWAY HAVE TO TRY AND STEER AND USE BRAKES WITH NO POWER. ONCE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD LET SIT FOR A FEW MINUTES AND IT STARTS UP AGAIN. HAVE HAD IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAY THEY HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS WRONG WHEN THEY PUT ON THE COMPUTER. I FEEL THAT HIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS! IT COULD GET US KILLED ALONG WITH ANY ONE ELSE CLOSE BY THAT HITS US.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-04
- VIN: 1GYEC63N46R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE THEN TOWED TO THE DEALER BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 105,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-06
- VIN: 1GYEK63N96R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: MY REAR HATCH WILL NOT OPEN WITH KEY PAD OR FROM IN SIDE THE VEHICLE. WHY DON'T YOU HAVE A KEY ENTRY FOR THIS KIND OF PROBLEM? THIS IS A SAFETY HAZZARD.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-26
- VIN: 3GYFK66N26G
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: EXHAUST MANIFOLD MISSING BOLTS, TRANSMISSION LINES LEAKING AT QUICK CONNECT CONNECTION, INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET LEAKING, HEATER HOSE LEAKING AT CONNECTION. MOST OF THESE ITEMS ARE COMMON CONCERNS AMONGST OTHER OWNERS OF SAME ENGINE SIZE. NO RECALL ON MANIFOLD BOLTS? COMPLETE SAFETY HAZARD.
AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-01-24
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GYEK63N36R
- Components: AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: A VEHICLE TURNED ACROSS THE ROAD IN FRONT OF ME. STOOD ON THE BRAKES AND FELT THE BRAKES GRAB HARD. I INITIALLY THOUGHT I COULD MISS THE TRUCK WHEN FIRST APPLIED BRAKES, THEN THEY FELT LIKE THEY RELEASED. NO PULSING LIKE YOU WOULD FEEL WHEN ANTI-LOCK HAS ENGAGED. JUST FELT LIKE THEY RELEASED. ALSO, THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE IS IN THE REPAIR SHOP NOW AND THEY TOLD ME THE AIRBAGS ARE TURNED OFF. I'VE OWNED THE VEHICLE SINCE IT WAS NEW AND KNOW OF ANY REASON WHY THEY WOULD BE OFF, NOR DID I KNOW YOU COULD TURN THEM OFF. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-01
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT AND REAR DOOR HANDLES FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. THE DOOR HANDLES WERE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 90,000.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-01-01
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING 25 MPH AND A SERVICE STABILITY LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE DRIVER THEN APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE COASTED TO A STOP. THE BRAKES THEN BEGAN TO FUNCTION PROPERLY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 86,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-01
- VIN: 3GYFK66N76G
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY ADVISED HER THAT SHE NEEDED A NEW AIR BAG DUE TO THE FAILED MODULE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 110,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-01
- VIN: 1GYEK63N66R
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE LUXURY. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE WHO ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALLS. THE DEALER PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST WHICH CONCLUDED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE IMPACT MODULE AIR BAG SENSOR WAS DEFECTIVE AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPAIRED. THE CONTACT DID NOT INFORM THE MANUFACTURER OF THE FAILURE NOR WAS THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 82,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 72,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-06-22
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AFTER THE FIRST ATTEMPT AND WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. A TUNE UP WAS PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-24
- VIN: 3GYFK66N56G
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH UP A VERY STEEP MOUNTAIN WITH VERY STEEP SWITCHBACKS, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES STOPPED OPERATING AS WELL. THE WARNING LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED. FIVE TO TEN MINUTES LATER, THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AFTER THE COMPUTER SEEMED TO RESET. ON JULY 8, 2008, WHILE DRIVING DOWN A 6,000 FOOT MOUNTAIN, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AGAIN AND EXPERIENCED THE SAME FAILURES. HE WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED AT ALL ALTITUDES, THE FIRST BEING APPROXIMATELY 5,000 FEET. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE HAS NOT YET BEEN DETERMINED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 12,034 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 11,000. UPDATED 07/29/08. *LJ UPDATED 08/05/08
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-07-03
- VIN: 3GYFK66N76G
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS DRIVING 65 MPH, A SMALL TRUCK MOVED INTO HIS LANE. HE ATTEMPTED TO MOVE INTO THE LEFT LANE AND TAPPED THE BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN. THE TRANSMISSION DROPPED INTO FIRST OR SECOND GEAR ON ITS OWN AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SEVERELY SWERVE ACROSS THE FREEWAY AT 180 DEGREES. THE VEHICLE STOPPED AND WAS FACING ONCOMING TRAFFIC. TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT; THEREFORE, OTHER VEHICLES WERE ABLE TO STOP WITHOUT A CRASH OCCURRING. HER HUSBAND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND EXITED THE HIGHWAY. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGE INDICATED HOT TRANSMISSION FLUID AND THE FLUID SMELLED BURNT. HER HUSBAND CONTINUED DRIVING, BUT AN UNFAMILIAR NOISE WAS HEARD. THE FOLLOWING DAY, AFTER CALLING THE MANUFACTURER, A TECHNICIAN CAME OUT AND STATED THAT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS POSSIBLY THE TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 36,500. THE DEALER STATED IT APPEARED AS THOUGH THE TRANSMISSION SUFFERED A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. UPDATED 10/01/08. *JB
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-01-24
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 3GYFK66N46G
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* - THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV. WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE B WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR CRASH. THE CONTACT LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE, AND HIT A TREE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END. THE CONTACT HAS A POLICE REPORT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-24
- VIN: 1GYFK638X7R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY AND HAD LIFT GATE, LIFT REAR GLASS AND ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHILE TRAVELING 35 MPH. THE CONTACT STATED THE PULSE POWER THAT WAS OBTAINED FROM THE BATTERY WAS VERY LOW WHICH CAUSED THE LIFT GATE TO NOT OPEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR A DIAGNOSIS TEST.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-31
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE SUV - ENGINE LOST POWER DURING NORMAL NON-HIGHWAY DRIVING. NO APPARENT REASON FOR STALLED ENGINE, CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKING. DEALER CAN'T FIND ANY ERROR CODES AFTER FOUR DAYS OF TECHNICAL ASSESSMENT. *JB
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-06
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: NEWER MODELS OF VEHICLES SUCH AS THE CADILLAC ESCALADE, CADILLAC STS, BMW, NISSAN AND OTHER VEHICLES INCORPORATE LED (LIGHT EMITTING DIODE) TAIL AND BRAKE LIGHTS. IN SOME MODELS, THESE LED LAMPS ARE STROBED OR PULSED AT A RATE TO EFFECT A CHANGE IN BRIGHTNESS BETWEEN TAILLIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT INDICATIONS. THE STROBING EFFECT IS VERY DISTRACTING WHEN FOLLOWING THE VEHICLE ON BUMPY ROADS OR WHEN VISUALLY SCANNING THE ROAD WHILE DRIVING. THE STROBING EFFECT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS BY DRIVERS FOLLOWING SUCH EQUIPPED VEHICLES AND FIXATING ON THE STROBING TAIL LIGHTS. I RECOMMEND THE ESTABLISHMENTS OF FEDERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS INCREASING THE STROBING RATE OF SUCH TAIL LIGHTS SUCH THAT THE VISUAL DISTRACTION CAUSED BY THE SLOW STROBE LIGHT EFFECT IS MINIMIZED. IN PARTICULAR, I FIND SUCH LIGHTS VERY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE BEHIND. MY EYES ARE MORE SENSITIVE TO THE STROBING EFFECT THAN OTHERS. I SUSPECT I AM NOT ALONE IN THIS SENSITIVITY. *NM
2006 Cadillac Escalade recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABELS LISTING AN INACCCURATE VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT.
- Consequence: A MISPRINTED LABEL COULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECTED LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876, OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
- Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A POWER STEERING HOSE THAT IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION. UNDER EXTREME STEERING MANEUVERS, SUCH AS TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL FULLY TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT WHILE BRAKING, THE HOSE MAY FRACTURE AND LEAK FLUID.
- Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, POWER STEERING ASSIST WOULD BE LOST AND INCREASED STEERING EFFORT WOULD BE REQUIRED. ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRO-BOOST POWER BRAKES, IT COULD ALSO RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER BRAKE ASSIST AND INCREASED BRAKING EFFORT WOULD BE REQUIRED. IF THE POWER STEERING FLUID SPRAY WERE TO SPRAY ONTO HOT ENGINE PARTS, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POWER STEERING HOSE(S) FOR TWO SUSPECT DATE CODES AND REPLACE THEM IF REQUIRED. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON OCTOBER 14, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727, OR HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493.
Negative 2006 Cadillac Escalade car reviews
Positive 2006 Cadillac Escalade car reviews
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The 2006 Cadillac Escalade is a great ride! It has an exceptional sound system and lots of bells and whistles. Although it requires premium fuel, the gas mileage isn't that bad. I drove nearly 180 highway miles on a 1/2 tank, mostly at 60 mph.
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It handles very quickly for a vehicle of its size.
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The Cadillac Escalade is a vehicle that truly lives up to the Cadillac reputation. Its sexy styling, with well-contoured curves, is sure to turn heads. The interior of the Escalade is where it really shines, with all the bells and whistles you can imagine. You'll feel like you're in a small jet! While it may take some time to get used to the instrument panel, the trip computer and satellite radio are great features if you're lucky enough to have them. The stereo is built digitally and sounds amazing, as does the 5 CD changer. The most fun feature is the tri-zone climate control, which allows for separate temperature settings for the driver, passenger, and rear passengers, ensuring everyone's comfort. The vehicle handles well, although it may take longer to stop.
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I've owned countless cars since I was 16 years old, but at 43, I finally feel like I've landed the vehicle I've been aspiring to all these years. I wish I had known how convenient and road-controlling all-wheel drive is, I would have bought one years ago. Even though I've never had a brand new car, I'm just as satisfied with my 2005 Black Escalade AWD. The only issues I've had are with the cluster board, blanked-out face to radio, front-end suspension, and falsely presented rear climate control. The rear climate control neither gets hot nor cold, it's just designed to circulate air pulled from the front. Poor job, GM! When you spend money like that, you expect maximum comfort. The heated seats don't stay on long, but with our crazy weather in Saint Louis, Missouri, I don't miss a beat. I laugh when it's rainy and everyone else is fish-tailing when the light turns green. Gas is not nearly as bad as most bloggers make it out to be. With the best spark plugs, pure purple synthetic oil, K&N oil and air filter, you can't go wrong. Learn your car! Best regards, MrSupaman Gillespie.
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Hands down, the best sport-ute out there! The unbeatable power and AWD system have always gotten me where I need to go, even through deep snow. And let's talk about the interior - it's a masterpiece worthy of kings and queens!
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2006 Cadillac Escalade Problems and Complaints - 28 Issues
Problem with your 2006 Cadillac Escalade? Our list of 28 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Wouldja still buy a 2001-2006 Escalade today???... | Cadillac ...
Jun 7, 2023 ... ... Escalade in todays world for a daily mostly) driver???... trying to search on this Forum for usual issues or common failure points and if it ...
2006 Cadillac Escalade Transmission Problems - Q&A on Shift ...
Jan 6, 2013 ... There could be debris in the valve body that wasn't removed during the rebuilt (they may not have even taken the valve body apart), or the 2-3 ...
2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT Problems and Complaints - 20 Issues
Problem with your 2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT? Our list of 20 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT.
Transmission failure in my 2006 Escalade!!! | Cadillac Owners Forum
Sep 19, 2020 ... Some new parts(solenoids,wire harness) later; same issue. Today, the issue was traced to a transmission wire that was pinched during the ...
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Elwin Lehner 2024-11-08
The car has experienced several issues, including a ticking engine at startup, loss of audio from the rear warning system, OnStar, phone, cd, radio, and a loud transmission noise at about 1,700 rpm. The power steering also squeals when turning, which is being addressed. Despite some initial difficulty in identifying the root cause of these problems, they are being resolved with confidence and expertise.
Napoleon Wiza 2024-07-26
The vehicle's suspension and handling have been a disappointing experience. Even small potholes can cause the vehicle to veer off the road. At just 23,000 miles, the transmission required a rebuild, and there have been consistent problems requiring multiple trips to the dealer. While the vehicle has impressive power, it is let down by poor handling and suspension. Overall, the vehicle may be overrated.
Elliott Kirlin 2024-04-28
This truck is beautiful to look at. However, it has had a few annoying problems that shouldn't happen in a vehicle of this caliber. My truck has had blown sensors, problems with the Bose stereo, and the rear DVD system is not properly interfaced with the stereo system, making the radio blast when the DVD is turned off. Unfortunately, Cadillac has not been very responsive in fixing these issues. Additionally, I have had some difficulty getting loaner vehicles when my truck is in for service.