2006 Cadillac DTS vs 2006 Hyundai Sonata
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 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 255 | 1,047 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 724 | 87 |
| Investigations | 1 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 43 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 67,800 mi | 71,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac DTS | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 12 | 435 |
| Electrical System | 79 | 86 |
| Visibility | 5 | 156 |
| Exterior Lighting | 79 | 45 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 102 |
| Suspension | 4 | 86 |
| Engine | 38 | 44 |
| Steering | 33 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 29 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 66 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 303 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 32 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 12 |
2006 Cadillac DTS
2006 Hyundai Sonata
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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.