Cadillac Seville Problems by Year
NHTSA has 590 owner complaints and 11 safety recalls on file for the Cadillac Seville, across 10 model years (1995–2004). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (122). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Cadillac Seville years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Seville year: 1996. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1996 Seville: 122 complaints, 2 recalls
- 1997 Seville: 95 complaints, 2 recalls
- 1995 Seville: 74 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2004 Seville: 9 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2003 Seville: 16 complaints, 1 recall
- 2000 Seville: 38 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Cadillac Seville problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling problems | 127 | 10 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 81 | 9 | 1 |
| Steering | 79 | 10 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 64 | 7 | 1 |
| Suspension | 53 | 9 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 44 | 8 | 14 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 44 | 9 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 32 | 9 | 1 |
| Equipment | 26 | 8 | 2 |
| Visibility | 24 | 7 | 0 |
| Power Train | 22 | 9 | 1 |
| Structure | 21 | 6 | 0 |
| Tires | 18 | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 16 | 7 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 16 | 7 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 6 | 1 |
| Seats | 12 | 8 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| Wheels | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| Interior Lighting | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Cadillac Seville model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Seville | 9 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 2003 Seville | 16 | 1 | — | Structure | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2002 Seville | 45 | 2 | — | Suspension | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2001 Seville | 53 | 1 | — | Suspension | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2000 Seville | 38 | 2 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 1999 Seville | 73 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | More complaints than other years |
| 1998 Seville | 65 | 2 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | About as many complaints as other years |
| 1997 Seville | 95 | 2 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | More complaints than other years |
| 1996 Seville | 122 | 2 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1995 Seville | 74 | 2 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | More complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Cadillac Seville years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1996 (122) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Seville year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Cadillac Seville?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 127 complaints across 10 model years.
How many recalls does the Cadillac Seville have?
11 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.