Cadillac Escalade 2025 dash camera front and rear

I’m Ben from Safe Drive Solutions, and in this post I’ll walk you through the install we just completed on a brand-new 2025 Cadillac Escalade: a Vueroid D20 Q2 front-and-rear dash camera setup. In the video that accompanies this article I explain why we chose the mounting locations we did, how we hid the wiring, and the simple trick we used at the rear to avoid a common failure point found on Escalades with an opening rear glass.

Why mount the front camera on the passenger side?

“The driver doesn't want to be distracted and they don't want to see it while they are driving at all.” That’s basically the reason we mount the main unit over toward the passenger side. It keeps the camera in a great viewing position while minimizing distraction for the person behind the wheel.

Clean wiring: headliner, A-pillar and airbag safety

Good installs aren’t just about where the camera sits — they’re about how the wiring is routed. For this Escalade we ran the cables up into the headliner, across, down the A-pillar and tucked behind the airbag cover where allowed. Doing so keeps wiring neat, hides everything from view, and preserves the vehicle’s interior appearance.

Routing behind airbag covers requires experience and care. The goal is to keep wiring out of sight and out of the way of airbag deployments and moving components. This is not a DIY trick for most owners — if you’re unsure, let a professional handle it.

Why the Escalade rear glass creates a unique problem

On this model the rear glass actually opens separately from the tailgate. Many installers make the mistake of mounting the rear camera directly to that glass. The issue is simple:

• Every time the glass opens and closes the cable experiences movement and stress.
• Over time (or even after a single service visit or dealer inspection) that stress can break the cord or damage the rear camera.
• When the camera is mounted in the wrong place and the glass is opened, you end up with a failed rear camera and a hard-to-prove warranty/installation dispute.

That’s why we avoid mounting on the opening glass — it’s a predictable failure mode and can result in a non-functional rear camera the first time someone opens the hatch without thinking about the cable.

Our practical solution: discreet bracket placement

Instead of mounting the rear camera on the glass, we put it in a fixed location that doesn’t move and used a small bracket to get the camera where it needs to be. The bracket we used is not fancy — it’s essentially a simple money clip — but it does the job reliably.

We use a small amount of black Tesla-style tape to help the clip blend in with the interior so it looks tidy and the rear camera has an unobstructed view out the back. It isn’t the prettiest trick, but it’s extremely practical: the camera stays safe from cable damage, keeps recording properly, and won’t be accidentally broken when service personnel open the rear glass.

Installation best practices and tips

From this install there are a few practical rules I always follow and recommend:

• Keep the driver’s field of view clear: mount front units slightly to the passenger side when possible to avoid distraction.
• Hide wiring properly: run wires into the headliner, down A-pillars, and behind trim where safe. Avoid loose cabling that can be snagged or pinched.
• Respect airbag zones: routing near airbags needs experience — don’t run wires across or through airbag deployment paths.
• Avoid mounting on moving panels: any door or glass that opens should be treated as a no-mount zone for permanent cable attachments.
• Use subtle brackets when needed: simple hardware (clips, low-profile brackets, adhesive tape) can preserve function without ruining the vehicle’s aesthetics.

Power and reliability considerations

If you plan on parking mode recording or want continuous protection, consider professional hardwiring options or external battery packs rather than relying on cigarette-lighter power. We offer several options and services to maintain battery safety and provide reliable parking mode.

Related resources and products

If you want to learn more about professional installs, wiring best practices, or products we recommend, these resources from my site are a great place to start (links provided as URLs):

• Dash cam installation service overview: https://safedrivesolutions.com/pages/dash-cam-installation
• Why professional installation matters: https://safedrivesolutions.com/blogs/resources/get-your-dash-cam-professionally-installed
• Wiring and airbag routing explanation: https://safedrivesolutions.com/blogs/resources/dashcam-wiring-by-airbags-in-a-vehicle
• How to hardwire a dash cam: https://safedrivesolutions.com/blogs/resources/how-to-hardwire-a-dash-cam
• Five ways to install a dash cam (install options): https://safedrivesolutions.com/blogs/resources/5-ways-to-install-a-dash-cam
• Our home page and contact: https://safedrivesolutions.com/
• Product examples you might consider:
  • Vueroid D21 4K: https://safedrivesolutions.com/products/vueroid-d21-4k
  • Viofo A229 Pro 4K front/rear: https://safedrivesolutions.com/products/viofo-a229-pro-4k-front-rear
  • MicroSD cards for 4K: https://safedrivesolutions.com/products/viofo-128gb-industrial-grade-microsd-card
  • External battery packs for parking mode: https://safedrivesolutions.com/products/ivolt-xtra-external-battery

Conclusion — simple choices prevent future headaches

When installing dash cameras, small decisions up front — where to mount the camera, how to route wires, and what brackets to use — prevent big problems later. On the 2025 Cadillac Escalade we prioritized driver visibility, hidden wiring, and avoided mounting on the opening rear glass. The result is a reliable front-and-rear system that keeps recording without compromising the vehicle or the camera.

If you want this kind of clean, reliable install for your vehicle, get a quote or book a mobile install here: https://safedrivesolutions.com/pages/dash-cam-installation. If you have model-specific questions (EVs, glass hatches, or hard-to-route trims) check our guides or reach out and we’ll help design the right setup for your car.