2006 Cadillac DTS vs 2006 Dodge Charger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 255 | 1,293 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 724 | 62 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 15–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 67,800 mi | 81,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac DTS | Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 38 | 387 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 305 |
| Electrical System | 79 | 145 |
| Power Train | 6 | 218 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 215 |
| Steering | 33 | 89 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 103 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 97 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 574 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 48 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 46 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 36 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 35 |
2006 Cadillac DTS
2006 Dodge Charger
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.