2010 Cadillac DTS vs 2010 Ford Taurus
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 | 2010 Cadillac DTS | 2010 Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 204 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,117 | 38 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 17 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 20–22 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 51,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac DTS | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 41 |
| Engine | 4 | 37 |
| Power Train | 0 | 36 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 24 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 19 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 14 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 27 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 12 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
2010 Cadillac DTS
2010 Ford Taurus
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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.