2006 Cadillac DTS vs 2008 Cadillac DTS
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 | 2008 Cadillac DTS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 255 | 86 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 724 | 914 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 67,800 mi | 86,691 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac DTS | Cadillac DTS |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 79 | 39 |
| Exterior Lighting | 79 | 7 |
| Engine | 38 | 14 |
| Steering | 33 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 17 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 6 |
| Seats | 12 | 0 |
| Tires | 10 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 10 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
2006 Cadillac DTS
2008 Cadillac DTS
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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.