Worst 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Brakes
Instrument Cluster
Airbags
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Cadillac Escalade Ext.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — |
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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?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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