2017 Cadillac XTS vs 2017 Hyundai Sonata
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 | 2017 Cadillac XTS | 2017 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 761 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,101 | 227 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 28 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–22 | 26–40 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 55,040 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac XTS | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 382 |
| Steering | 2 | 173 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 65 |
| Power Train | 2 | 55 |
| Structure | 1 | 37 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 33 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 22 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 0 | 125 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 88 |
| Stalling | 0 | 80 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 57 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 36 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 35 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 29 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 22 |
2017 Cadillac XTS
2017 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.