Cadillac Escalade vs Chevrolet Equinox
For 2005–2021 models, the Cadillac Escalade has 22.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 23.2 for the Chevrolet Equinox. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2021), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Cadillac Escalade
22.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
about the same as the Chevrolet Equinox
- Complaints
- 951
- Sold
- 427,597
- Recall campaigns
- 34
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2007–2008 and 2015–2016. Fewest: 2006 and 2018–2020. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings)
Typically around 76,823 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 101,262 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 88,500 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 92,255 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 108,000 mi
Chevrolet Equinox
23.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
about the same as the Cadillac Escalade
- Complaints
- 8,071
- Sold
- 3,472,877
- Recall campaigns
- 21
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2006–2008 and 2010. Fewest: 2009, 2017, 2019 and 2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Oil consumption and leaks
Typically around 98,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 64,000 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 77,832 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 68,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 64,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Cadillac Escalade or the Chevrolet Equinox?
For 2005–2021 models, the Cadillac Escalade has 22.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Chevrolet Equinox has 23.2, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Cadillac Escalade?
The most-reported problem on the Cadillac Escalade is internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings), typically around 76,823 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Chevrolet Equinox?
The most-reported problem on the Chevrolet Equinox is oil consumption and leaks, typically around 98,000 miles.
Which Cadillac Escalade and Chevrolet Equinox years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Cadillac Escalade: 2007–2008 and 2015–2016; Chevrolet Equinox: 2006–2008 and 2010.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.