2001 Cadillac Seville Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Seville years
- About as many complaints as other years 6th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Cadillac Seville. That ranks 6th out of 10 Seville model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (10 complaints, 19%), typically at around 12,500 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 4 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 53owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 5complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 10 | 19% | 12,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 17% | 46,010 | — | — |
| Steering | 8 | 15% | 37,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 7 | 13% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 11% | 41,500 | — | — |
| Tires | 6 | 11% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 6% | 150,300 | — | — |
| Equipment | 3 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 6% | 45,850 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 6% | 46,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 4% | 145,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 2% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | 56,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2% | 300,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 2% | 300,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Cadillac Seville recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles have an incorrect tire pressure label. On vehicles equipped with p235/55r17 tires, the tire pressure label incorrectly specifies p235/60zr16 tires.
Risk: Incorrect tire inflation pressure can damage tires, affect vehicle handling, and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners will be provided with correct labels.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Sunroof flew off while driving. The adhesive bond between the glass and the metal frame debonded and the sunroof glass completely separated from the vehicle. Webasto Hollandia 700 series sunroof, Serial Number 0524386. A recall was already done for this defective product but Webasto will not fix…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CADILLAC SEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING IN THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT WITH THE VEHICLE OFF AND KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION, THE SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN IMPACT. THERE WAS A LOUD BOOM AND A GRAY SUBSTANCE EMITTED FROM THE AIR BAGS. THE FOLLOWING…
I received a recall notice in the mail.
Car starts with several turning of the key. It can take up to 2+ minutes. I have no convidence in my car anymore. It such a frustrating experience. *tr
Pressure of tires damaging rims and wheels. Had to replace tires each year. *tr
Other Cadillac Seville years
← 2000 Seville · 2002 Seville →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Seville | 9 | 0 |
| 2003 Seville | 16 | 1 |
| 2002 Seville | 45 | 2 |
| 2001 | 53 | 1 |
| 2000 Seville | 38 | 2 |
| 1999 Seville | 73 | 1 |
| 1998 Seville | 65 | 2 |
| 1997 Seville | 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 2001 Cadillac Seville?
Owners most often report suspension, engine and engine cooling, steering problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Cadillac Seville?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 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 2001 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.