2005 Cadillac XLR vs 2005 Nissan 350Z
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 | 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2005 Nissan 350Z |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 31 | 83 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 589 | 69 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 19–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 70,000 mi | 36,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac XLR | Nissan 350Z |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 32 |
| Structure | 13 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 16 |
| Power Train | 1 | 9 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 5 |
| Wheels | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 24 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 5 |
2005 Cadillac XLR
2005 Nissan 350Z
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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.