2006 Cadillac Escalade Base
1GYEK63N96R143134
Vehicle history report for the 2006 Cadillac Escalade Base (VIN 1GYEK63N96R143134). Blue, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 6.0L 8-cyl. 161,450 mi reported. Registered in Nc. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
What's a 2006 Cadillac Escalade worth?
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2006 Cadillac Escalade, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 24
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
SERVICE BRAKES
THE BRAKE LINES WERE CORRODED AND LEAKING IN AT LEAST TWO LOCATIONS. THE DEALER MASSEY CADILLAC OF SOUTH ORLANDO HAD TO REPLACE FROM THE REAR AXLE TO THE MASTER CYLINDER. THIS HAPPENED WHILE WE WERE DRIVING ON INTERNATIONAL DRIVE ON OUR WAY HOME TO MC.
NHTSA ODI #11180849SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS DEPRESSED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS PUMPED EXTENSIVELY TO COAST THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE FRACTURED, WHICH CAUSED BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK. THE DEALER (JOSEPH CHEVROLET, 8733 C…
NHTSA ODI #11153726FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
WHEN PASSING A VEHICLE, I PRESSED THE THROTTLE PEDAL COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR. AFTER PASSING THE VEHICLE, I REMOVED MY FOOT FROM THE PEDAL AND THE PEDAL REMAINED STUCK FULLY DOWN WITH THE ENGINE AT FULL THROTTLE. I KICKED AT THE PEDAL SEVERAL TIMES AND THE PEDAL POPPED UP. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES AND I TRY NOW TO NOT PRESS THE PEDAL COMPLETELY DOWN, B…
NHTSA ODI #11120191FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I WAS DRIVING THE CAR DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND THE LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND WENT OFF. I DROVE IT FOR 5 MORE MINUTES AND THE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN AND THE CAR COMPLETELY SHUT OFF ON ME AS I WAS DRIVING. THE CAR HAS 109,000 MILES AND WAS MAINTAINED REGULARLY. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC AND HE TOLD ME EITHER THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED OR REBUILT …
NHTSA ODI #11006318WHEELS
I NOTICED VIBRATIONS WITH VOGUE CUSTOM BUILT TIRES WHEN DRIVING HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE DEALER IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM AS A SEPARATED VOGUE CUSTOM BUILT TIRE ON LEFT FRONT. TIRE SIZE IS 305-40-22. THE VOGUE CUSTOM BUILT TIRE HAS BEEN DRIVEN 25,000 MILES. SEE PHOTO.
NHTSA ODI #10891735WHEELS
I NOTICED VIBRATIONS WHEN DRIVING HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE CADILLAC DEALER IDENTIFIED THE PROBLEM AS A SEPARATED TIRE ON LEFT FRONT. TIRE SIZE IS 305-40-22. TIRE HAS BEEN DRIVEN 25,000 MILES. SEE PHOTO.
NHTSA ODI #10882511SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE BRAKES MADE A METAL TO METAL GRINDING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND MADE UNKNOWN REPAIRS. THE FAILURE RECURRED APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR LATER. THE STABILIZER LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CA…
NHTSA ODI #10865492ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE
ENGINE STARTED MISFIRING WHILE ON HIGHWAY. ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND WAS BLINKING. I PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND HAD THE CAR TOWED TO DEALER. THE RESULT IS #6 AND #8 ARE MISFIRING AND ALSO WERE TOLD THAT 2 MANIFOLD BOLTS ON RIGHT SIDE OF ENGINE WERE BROKEN OFF IN ENGINE BODY. IF THEY CANNOT GET THE BOLTS TO BACK OFF THEY WILL HAVE TO PULL THE HEAD TO DRILL TH…
NHTSA ODI #10854846+ 16 more complaints on record.
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Is the VIN 1GYEK63N96R143134 valid?
1GYEK63N96R143134 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Does the 2006 Cadillac Escalade have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2006 Cadillac Escalade. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2006 Cadillac Escalade?
Comparable 2006 Cadillac Escalade listings run roughly $6,100–$13,800, typically around $9,069 (from 44 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2006 Cadillac Escalade get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Cadillac Escalade at about 13 mpg combined (12 city / 16 highway).
Data last checked 1 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.




