2006 Cadillac DTS vs 2006 Chrysler 300C
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 | 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Chrysler 300C |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 255 | 698 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 724 | 37 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 67,800 mi | 78,335 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac DTS | Chrysler 300C |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 38 | 243 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 175 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 168 |
| Electrical System | 79 | 56 |
| Power Train | 6 | 106 |
| Exterior Lighting | 79 | 7 |
| Steering | 33 | 38 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 32 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 410 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 36 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 26 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 25 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 8 |
2006 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.