2005 Cadillac Escalade Cadillac Escalade 2005

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2005 Cadillac Escalade repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (10%)

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2005 Cadillac Escalade electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV, ext.

345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

32500 mi Alternator (making whining noise)replaced under warranty 
68000 mi

US $458
Headlights would come on at random times when parked in the garage. 

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2005 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV

345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

35740 mi

C $300
The speakers were faulty on the front passenger's side. Trying to isolate if the problem is the speaker(s) or the dash board radio. Work in progress. The front window vent is NOT defrosting properly. Frost forms on the top 1/4 of the front window. Not sure if venting is at fault or the " blower" is not functioning efficiently. I can see why GM went bankrupt. This SUV is garbage!!! 
39060 mi

C $600
it was always blowing hot air no matter what setting you had. Overall, i can see why GM went bankrupt. 
57000 mi

US $470
Air bag sensor failed, requiring replacement. 
60000 mi

US $660
Air bag trigger failed. 
77000 mi The lights in the steering wheel-mounted controls are going out. I was told that the only solution was replacement of the steering wheel at $400+ dollars. No thanks - I'll live with it. Typical GM - problems with no solutions! 
99000 mi The lights in the steering wheel-mounted controls are going out. 

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2005 Cadillac Escalade Electrical Problems

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