1997 Cadillac Seville Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Seville years
- More complaints than other years 2nd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 95 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Cadillac Seville. That ranks 2nd out of 10 Seville model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (19 complaints, 20%), typically at around 93,879 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 6 fires, 4 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.
- 95owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 3NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Cadillac Seville problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 19 | 20% | 93,879 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 17 | 18% | 83,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 16 | 17% | 87,325 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 16% | 138,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 11 | 12% | 89,007 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 6 | 6% | 97,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 6 | 6% | 138,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 5 | 5% | 257,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 3% | 80,136 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 2% | 113,004 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 2% | 257,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | 81,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 Cadillac Seville recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Some passenger vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. Additionally, the 1995 model year uses a unique underhood fuel return line that may crack. Cracking of the fuel rail or return line tubing can result in a fuel leak into the engine compartment.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine fuel rail with a new stainless steel fuel rail. Dealers will also install a revised chassis fuel return line. The recall began on june 2, 2004, for 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora vehicles. Owners of 1995 cadillacs and 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora were sent letters on august 6, 2004. Additional letters to owners will be forthcoming. Owners should contact oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Problem: The electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module can cause the antilock brake system (abs) to cycle during a non-abs brake application.
Risk: This condition can result in an increase in vehicle stopping distance increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Fuel rail leaks (EA04003) — opened Feb 3, 2004, closed Apr 23, 2004, led to recall 04V110000.
- Fuel rail leakage (PE03050) — opened Oct 30, 2003, closed Feb 3, 2004.
- Power rack and pinion steering failure (RQ03001) — opened Jan 2, 2003, closed Sep 15, 2003.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 cadillac seville. The contact stated that the vehicle was driving roughly. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was flickering on and off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who referred the contact to an authorized dealer. The local…
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 cadillac seville. While the vehicle was parked in a residential driveway, it caught fire. The fire department extinguished the flames and indicated that there may have been an electrical short associated with the front passenger seat. A police report was not filed. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 cadillac seville. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle however, the failure occurred fifteen times within an hour. The…
Hit a speed bump - loud noise - could barely brake - avoid collision and after eventually being able to stop; looked under car and fluid gushing out like a rainstorm. Call insurance company who stated it was a collision; however, repair shop and adjuster for insurance company stated it was bound to…
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 cadillac seville. The contact stated that when he parked the vehicle, he noticed that fuel was leaking onto the ground. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were 81,000. The vin was unavailable.
Other Cadillac Seville years
← 1996 Seville · 1998 Seville →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Seville | 9 | 0 |
| 2003 Seville | 16 | 1 |
| 2002 Seville | 45 | 2 |
| 2001 Seville | 53 | 1 |
| 2000 Seville | 38 | 2 |
| 1999 Seville | 73 | 1 |
| 1998 Seville | 65 | 2 |
| 1997 | 95 | 2 |
| 1996 Seville | 122 | 2 |
| 1995 Seville | 74 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Cadillac Seville?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline, steering problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 19 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Cadillac Seville?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1997 Cadillac Seville a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Seville model years, the 1997 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.