Cadillac Escalade vs Nissan Rogue
For 2007–2021 models, the Nissan Rogue has 19.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 25.0 for the Cadillac Escalade. 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 (2007–2021), 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
25.0 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.3× the Nissan Rogue’s rate
- Complaints
- 898
- Sold
- 358,704
- Recall campaigns
- 34
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2007–2008 and 2015–2016. Fewest: 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
Nissan Rogue
19.3 complaints per 10,000 sold
23% fewer than the Cadillac Escalade
- Complaints
- 6,171
- Sold
- 3,202,598
- Recall campaigns
- 32
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Most complaints: 2008–2009, 2011 and 2013. Fewest: 2007 and 2019–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 75,000 mi
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Driver-assist cameras, radar and calibration
Typically around 10,633 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 60,445 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 43,000 mi
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CVT belt, pulleys and unit failure
Typically around 85,000 mi · repair $2,170–$6,500
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Cadillac Escalade or the Nissan Rogue?
For 2007–2021 models, the Nissan Rogue has 19.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Cadillac Escalade 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 Nissan Rogue?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Rogue is harsh, delayed or erratic shifting, typically around 75,000 miles.
Which Cadillac Escalade and Nissan Rogue years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Cadillac Escalade: 2007–2008 and 2015–2016; Nissan Rogue: 2008–2009, 2011 and 2013.
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.