2005 Cadillac STS vs 2007 Cadillac STS
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Cadillac STS | 2007 Cadillac STS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 101 | 52 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 625 | 927 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 16–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 56,780 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac STS | Cadillac STS |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 23 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 16 |
| Power Train | 18 | 5 |
| Engine | 12 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 8 |
2005 Cadillac STS
2007 Cadillac STS
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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.