Cadillac Escalade vs Honda CR-V
For 2005–2021 models, the Cadillac Escalade has 22.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 25.0 for the Honda CR-V. 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 Honda CR-V
- 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
Honda CR-V
25.0 complaints per 10,000 sold
about the same as the Cadillac Escalade
- Complaints
- 12,173
- Sold
- 4,860,851
- Recall campaigns
- 49
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2007–2008 and 2017–2018. Fewest: 2012–2013, 2016 and 2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 68,000 mi
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Driver-assist cameras, radar and calibration
Typically around 16,750 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 66,350 mi
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Injectors and high-pressure fuel system
Typically around 13,203 mi · repair $720–$2,150
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Cadillac Escalade or the Honda CR-V?
For 2005–2021 models, the Cadillac Escalade has 22.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Honda CR-V has 25.0, 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 Honda CR-V?
The most-reported problem on the Honda CR-V is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 68,000 miles.
Which Cadillac Escalade and Honda CR-V years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Cadillac Escalade: 2007–2008 and 2015–2016; Honda CR-V: 2007–2008 and 2017–2018.
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.