2010 Cadillac DTS vs 2010 Hyundai Sonata
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2010 Cadillac DTS | 2010 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 345 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,117 | 50 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 22–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 66,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac DTS | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 0 | 164 |
| Engine | 4 | 29 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 28 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 20 |
| Power Train | 0 | 21 |
| Steering | 1 | 15 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 17 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 13 |
2010 Cadillac DTS
2010 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.