2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext.

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Complaints
14
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#13 complaints

Brakes

#22 complaints

Instrument Cluster

#31 complaints

Airbags

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext.

Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext has 14 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Brakes with 3 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext?
Top reported problems: Brakes (3 complaints); Instrument Cluster (2 complaints); Airbags (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext?
NHTSA complaints for the 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

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