1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE
2 recalls, 78 complaints - 105 TSBs
99V070000 Apr 12, 1999
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN DEVELOP IN THE GENERATOR, EVEN WHEN THE ENGINE IS OFF.
Consequence
THE ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD CAUSE AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE THAT COULD SPREAD TO THE REST OF THE VEHICLE AND ANYTHING NEAR IT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GENERATOR.
98V144000 Jun 26, 1998
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR 'LOW' SPEED FUNCTION CAN BECOME INOPERATIVE WHEN THE MOTOR IS SWITCHED FROM 'HIGH' TO 'LOW' SPEED.
Consequence
IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY COULD BE AFFECTED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR COVER WHICH CONTAINS THE MICROPROCESSOR.
Complaint Statistics
78 total complaints
4 crashes 3 fires 7 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 8 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 6 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 4 |
| STEERING:RACK AND PINION | 4 |
| SUSPENSION:REAR | 3 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 3 |
| AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW | 2 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 2 |
ENGINE
May 4, 2017
Incident date: Mar 15, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTOR BEGAN TO OVERHEAT. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT T... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
May 11, 2016
Incident date: Feb 15, 2016
WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO WORK ON LOW, INTERMITTENT OR "RAIN SENSE" SETTINGS. FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT AND SOMETIMES THE WIPERS WOULD NOT STOP OR THEY CAME ON VOLUNTARILY. ADDITIONALLY, THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FAILED AT THE SAME TIME. THIS WOULD OCCUR WHETHER THE CAR WAS STATIONARY OR IN MOTION A... Read more
STEERING
Mar 30, 2012
Incident date: May 1, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD WHINING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER AS THE WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS THE STEERING FAILED, ANOTHER VEHICL... Read more
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jul 19, 2011
Incident date: Jun 20, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE VEHICLE STOPPED OR DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE WOULD OVERHEAT AND A MESSAGE INFORMING HIM TO ADD COOLANT WOULD DISPLAY ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE ENGINE COOLANT WAS ROUTINELY ADDED TO THE VEHICLE, BUT THE FA... Read more
SUSPENSION:REAR
Jun 3, 2009
Incident date: May 6, 2009
I HAVE A 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE SLS AND WAS GOING THROUGH LEFT CURVE ON ROAD 40-45 MPH RIGHT REAR AXLE BROKE, CAUSING CAR TO SPIN LEFT THEN RIGHT. PARALLEL TO ROAD ON THE RIGHT AND CRASHING INTO A BIG ROCK BETWEEN TWO PONDS THAT SAVED MY LIFE. CAR HAD 70,000 MILES ON IT. IS THERE ANY ONE ELSE THAT H... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VISIBILITY
Jan 6, 2009
Incident date: Jan 6, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE. IN INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR'S 'LOW' SPEED FUNCTION BECOMES INOPERATIVE. THE FAILURE OCCURS WHEN THE MOTOR IS SWITCHED FROM 'HIGH' TO 'LOW' SPEED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Mar 6, 2008
Incident date: Feb 28, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD POPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE SPEAKERS. THE BATTERY WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE BATTERY WAS CAUSING THE FAILURE AND WAS REPLACED. SHORTL... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Mar 6, 2008
Incident date: Feb 28, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD POPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE SPEAKERS. THE BATTERY WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE BATTERY WAS CAUSING THE FAILURE AND WAS REPLACED. SHORTL... Read more
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Jul 31, 2007
Incident date: May 20, 2006
TWO (2) GM OEM RACK AND PINION REPLACEMENTS REQUIRED WITHIN AN 18 MONTH TIME FRAME DUE TO PART FAILURES. STEERING WHEEL BECAME UNRESPONSIVE ON INTERSTATE RESULTING IN A NEAR CRASH. *JB
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Jul 11, 2007
Incident date: Jul 6, 2007
POWER RACK AND PINION FAILURE. *AK
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Apr 24, 2007
Incident date: Apr 24, 2007
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS OPERATED AT AN ACCELERATED PACE WHEN SWITCHING THE SPEED FROM HIGH TO LOW. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT INSPECTED. BOTH THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL FOR ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Jul 22, 2006
Incident date: Jul 9, 2006
SUDDEN ERRATIC READINGS SUCH AS ENGINE HOT, AC OFF, AND SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT ON. ENGINE REDUCED CYLINDER OPERATION TO 4 CYLINDERS, POWER REDUCED SIGNIFICANTLY. FAMILY IN CAR AND HEAVY TRAFFIC COULD HAVE BEEN DANGEROUS SITUATION IN BOTH CASES. FOUND BLOWN HEAD GASKETS AND COOLANT ENTERING INTO 2... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Jan 15, 2006
Incident date: Oct 26, 2005
THE UPPER MOUNT TAIL LIGHT IS NOT LIGHTING. I HAVE SINCE FOUND AFTER SEARCHING THE INTERNET THAT THERE IS A 100% FAILURE RATE OF THE LED DISPLAY IN THESE UPPER TAIL LIGHT OF THE CADILLAC. I OWN A 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE SLS WHICH HAS THE LEFT HALF OF THE UPPER MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT OUT. THERE ARE REFER... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Jan 6, 2006
Incident date: Sep 15, 2005
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE IS NHTSA RECALL, CAMPAIGN 04V110000 REGARDING THE FUEL SYSTEM. THE CONTACT STARTED THE ENGINE AND DETECTED THE STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE. WITH THE ENGINE TURNED OFF, THE CONTACT INSPECTED UNDER THE HOOD AND DISCOVERED THE FUEL RAIL AND RETURN LINE TUBING WAS CRACKED A... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
May 10, 2005
Incident date: May 10, 2005
DT: HEAD GASKET IS BLOWN. VEHICLE MILAGE IS ONLY 78, 000. *AK *TT *SB CONSUMER DOESN'T UNDERSTAND HOW A VEHICLE THAT DOESN'T RECEIVE A TUNE-UP UNTIL 100,000 MILES HAVE A HEAD GASKET FAILURE AT 78,000. CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THIS PROBLEM IS A COMMON OCURRANCE AND CONSUMER FEELS THAT IS UNACCEPTA... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Feb 23, 2005
Incident date: Oct 10, 2004
ENGINE NEED TO BE TIME SERT AND COOLANT LEAKS.*AK
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Jan 7, 2005
Incident date: Dec 21, 2004
THE ELECTRONIC REAR SUSPENSION HAS RAISED BY ITSELF AND LOCKED IN PLACE. THE VEHICLE IS RAISED OFF THE GROUND. THE REAR LIFT COMPRESSOR IS DEFECTIVE. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Nov 26, 2004
Incident date: Nov 8, 2004
WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY VEHICLE STALLED INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIR FOR THE FOURTH TIME. AGAIN CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Nov 9, 2004
Incident date: Nov 1, 2004
JUST AFTER LEAVING HOME AND DRIVING AT 30 MPH I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WHEN TO THE FLOOR. I DETERMINED THAT I HAD A MASSIVE BRAKE FLUID LEAK JUST TO THE REAR OF THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL. PROBLEM: ONE OF TWO REAR BRAKE LINES THAT ARE LOCATED ON THE TOP OF THE FRAME RAIL HAD BEEN WORN THROU... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Sep 10, 2004
Incident date: Jul 3, 2003
WE HAVE A 1998 CADILLAC STS AND ARE RUNNING INTO PROBLEMS WITH IT RUNNING HOT. AFTER REPLACING THE RADIATOR, THERMOSTAT AND COOLANT, THERE IS STILL THE SAME PROBLEM. IT WILL ONLY BE AFTER THE ENGINE IS WARMED FROM DRIVING WILL THIS OCCUR, IT WILL START TO RUN HOT IF YOU GIVE THE VEHICLE GAS TO TRY A... Read more
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Aug 2, 2004
Incident date: Jun 5, 2004
WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED BOTH FRONTAL DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. NO INJURIES REPORTED. CONSUMER DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK THE AIR BAG HIT THE CONSUMER IN THE FACE. *SC
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jul 21, 2004
Incident date: Jul 19, 2004
CAR WAS SERVICED 2 WEEKS PRIOR FOR SLUGGISH PERFORMANCE AND HUGE OIL CONSUMPTION. CAR IN FOR SERVICE AGAIN! NOW FOR BLOWN HEAD GASKET PROBLEM. THIS CADILLAC HAS TOO MANY DEALER/MANUFACTURER PROBLEMS. DEALER SHOULD PAY FOR THESE PROBLEMS. NOT CUSTOMER. VIN [XXX] CHECK SERVICE HISTORY. UNBELIEVAB... Read more
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Jun 14, 2004
Incident date: Jun 11, 2004
WHILE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT IT WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE, CAUSING CONSUMER'S VEHICLE TO REAR END THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND SEAT BELT FAILED. DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES. *AK
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jun 14, 2004
Incident date: Jun 11, 2004
WHILE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT IT WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE, CAUSING CONSUMER'S VEHICLE TO REAR END THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND SEAT BELT FAILED. DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES. *AK
Crash
1 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Aug 15, 2003
PAINT BUBLE ON LEFTT REAR FENDER AT 124000 M BLOWN HEADGASKET DUE TO LOOSE HEADBOLTS I FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE NORTHSTAR ENGINE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Aug 15, 2003
PAINT BUBLE ON LEFTT REAR FENDER AT 124000 M BLOWN HEADGASKET DUE TO LOOSE HEADBOLTS I FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE NORTHSTAR ENGINE.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Jan 15, 2003
THERE IS SOME BILLS I DID NOT KEEP.BOUGHT THE CAR SEPT 4TH 1998. I HAD TO HAVE THEM MAKE REPAIRS EVERYTIME I TOOK IT IN FOR A OIL CHANGE, I DRIVE AN HOUR TO THE BARBOURSVILLE AUTOMALL, INC. IN WEST VA WHERE I BOUGHT IT. THE COMPUTER CONTROL CHIP FOR THE STRUT SENSOR IS STILL NOT FIXED, IT FLASHES DO... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Jan 15, 2003
THERE IS SOME BILLS I DID NOT KEEP.BOUGHT THE CAR SEPT 4TH 1998. I HAD TO HAVE THEM MAKE REPAIRS EVERYTIME I TOOK IT IN FOR A OIL CHANGE, I DRIVE AN HOUR TO THE BARBOURSVILLE AUTOMALL, INC. IN WEST VA WHERE I BOUGHT IT. THE COMPUTER CONTROL CHIP FOR THE STRUT SENSOR IS STILL NOT FIXED, IT FLASHES DO... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Jan 15, 2003
THERE IS SOME BILLS I DID NOT KEEP.BOUGHT THE CAR SEPT 4TH 1998. I HAD TO HAVE THEM MAKE REPAIRS EVERYTIME I TOOK IT IN FOR A OIL CHANGE, I DRIVE AN HOUR TO THE BARBOURSVILLE AUTOMALL, INC. IN WEST VA WHERE I BOUGHT IT. THE COMPUTER CONTROL CHIP FOR THE STRUT SENSOR IS STILL NOT FIXED, IT FLASHES DO... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Jan 15, 2003
THERE IS SOME BILLS I DID NOT KEEP.BOUGHT THE CAR SEPT 4TH 1998. I HAD TO HAVE THEM MAKE REPAIRS EVERYTIME I TOOK IT IN FOR A OIL CHANGE, I DRIVE AN HOUR TO THE BARBOURSVILLE AUTOMALL, INC. IN WEST VA WHERE I BOUGHT IT. THE COMPUTER CONTROL CHIP FOR THE STRUT SENSOR IS STILL NOT FIXED, IT FLASHES DO... Read more
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Jan 15, 2003
THERE IS SOME BILLS I DID NOT KEEP.BOUGHT THE CAR SEPT 4TH 1998. I HAD TO HAVE THEM MAKE REPAIRS EVERYTIME I TOOK IT IN FOR A OIL CHANGE, I DRIVE AN HOUR TO THE BARBOURSVILLE AUTOMALL, INC. IN WEST VA WHERE I BOUGHT IT. THE COMPUTER CONTROL CHIP FOR THE STRUT SENSOR IS STILL NOT FIXED, IT FLASHES DO... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Mar 25, 2004
Incident date: Mar 25, 2004
WHILE DRIVING DOWN A DARK ROAD, THE LEFT HEADLIGHT CAME APART AND FELL OFF THE VEHICLE, WHICH CAUSED POOR VISIBILITY. *JB
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Dec 29, 2003
Incident date: Dec 29, 2003
WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED DRIVER'S SIDE HEADLIGHT LENS FELL OFF. CONSUMER GLUED THE LENS BACK ON. *AK
EQUIPMENT
Oct 27, 2003
Incident date: May 14, 2003
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALER WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE CAUSE WAS RACK AND PINION FAILURE. REPAIRS MADE, BUT PROBLEM IS STILL RECURRING. THE REPLACEMENT PART THAT WAS MAILED TO MECHANIC ARRIVED BROKEN. SIX MONTHS LATER, SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED, AWAITING RESPONS... Read more
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Oct 27, 2003
Incident date: May 14, 2003
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALER WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE CAUSE WAS RACK AND PINION FAILURE. REPAIRS MADE, BUT PROBLEM IS STILL RECURRING. THE REPLACEMENT PART THAT WAS MAILED TO MECHANIC ARRIVED BROKEN. SIX MONTHS LATER, SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED, AWAITING RESPONS... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Aug 1, 2003
Incident date: May 13, 2003
THE CONSUMER WAS HAVING DIFFICULTY SHIFTING THE GEARS WHEN A PASSER BY INFORMED HIM TO EXIT THE VEHICLE BECAUSE IT WAS ON FIRE. THE FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT TOTALED THE VEHICLE. *MR *CB *NLM
Fire
1 injured
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Jul 7, 2003
Incident date: Jul 2, 2003
WHILE DRIVING DRIVER TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL AND HEARD A NOISE. VEHICLE LOST STEERING POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO STATED THAT STEERING GEAR HOUSING WAS BUSTED. THE DEALER REPAIRED THE PROBLEM. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jun 23, 2003
VEHICLE STALLS PERIODICALLY WHILE DECELERATING. PH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Jun 20, 2003
Incident date: May 13, 2003
CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WITH HER IN IT. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
May 27, 2003
Incident date: May 13, 2003
THE CONSUMER HAD DIFFICULTY SHIFTING THE GEARS WHEN A PASSER BY INFORMED HIM TO EXIT THE VEHICLE BECAUSE IT WAS ON FIRE. THE FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT TOTALED THE VEHICLE. *NLM. *AK *CB *NLM THE CONSUMER NOTICED FIRE COMING FROM THE GEAR SHIFT AND WAS TOLD THE FIRE HAD COME FROM THE E... Read more
Fire
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Mar 10, 2003
Incident date: Nov 26, 2002
THE POWER STEERING WAS VERY STIFF, AND THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED. THE FRONT MOTOR MOUNT BROKE AND HAT TO BE REPLACED. FRONT BRAKES WERE WORN TO THE SENSOR AND HAD TO BE RELINED.*TT *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Mar 10, 2003
Incident date: Nov 26, 2002
THE POWER STEERING WAS VERY STIFF, AND THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED. THE FRONT MOTOR MOUNT BROKE AND HAT TO BE REPLACED. FRONT BRAKES WERE WORN TO THE SENSOR AND HAD TO BE RELINED.*TT *JB
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
Mar 10, 2003
Incident date: Nov 26, 2002
THE POWER STEERING WAS VERY STIFF, AND THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED. THE FRONT MOTOR MOUNT BROKE AND HAT TO BE REPLACED. FRONT BRAKES WERE WORN TO THE SENSOR AND HAD TO BE RELINED.*TT *JB
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Feb 27, 2003
Incident date: Feb 24, 2003
THE DRIVER'S SEAT BUCKLE BROKE.*JB
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID
Dec 27, 2002
Incident date: Nov 25, 2002
WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN THE VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING AND THE MOUNT BROKE. TS THE STEERING IS VERY STIFF WHEN TURNING AT LOWER SPEEDS. *JG
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Oct 7, 2002
Incident date: Jul 4, 2002
CONSUMER STATES THE VEHICLE IS STALLING WITHOUT WARNING. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *MR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Sep 19, 2002
Incident date: Sep 1, 2002
WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT TIME HEADLIGHTS ASSEMBLY FELL OFF COMPLETELY. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Sep 16, 2002
BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING OUT OF DRIVEWAY. THERE WAS NO PHYSICAL CONTACT DONE TOWARDS VEHICLE. THE DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Aug 27, 2002
Incident date: Aug 1, 2002
VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE CHECKED BY DEALER WHO ADVISED CONSUMER HE COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Aug 9, 2002
Incident date: Mar 27, 2002
THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN DECEMBER 2001 AS A REAQUIRED VEHICLE FROM GENERAL MOTORS WITH A 12 MONTH, 12,000 MILE NEW CAR WARRANTY WITH THE OPTION FOR US TO PURCHASE AN EXTENDED NEW CAR WARRANTY WHICH WE DID. THIS VEHICLE HAD AN INTERMITTENT STALLING PROBLEM WHEN IT WAS REAQUIRED THE FIRST TIME.... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 24.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,400 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE
105 manufacturer communications from 89 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 8 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 7 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 6 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 6 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 4 |
| 010000 STEERING | 3 |
PIP4723F
Jan 14, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP4723F
Jan 14, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP4723D
Jan 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIC4696E
Nov 22, 2019
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIC4696E
Nov 22, 2019
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
17NA073
Sep 18, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
PIC4696D
Sep 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
17NA073
Feb 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
PIC4696C
May 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock c
PIC4696C
May 31, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock c
PIC4696C
May 31, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock c
PIP4723C
Sep 20, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP4723C
Sep 20, 2017
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP4723C
Sep 20, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP4723C
Sep 20, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
17-NA-073
Mar 15, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
PIP4723B
Feb 22, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
17-NA-016
Feb 3, 2017
200000 WHEELS
This informational bulletin provides information on wheel bearing P/N 13582664 being received new with visible rust and no action is needed as this does not affect the part performance.
17-NA-016
Jan 25, 2017
200000 WHEELS
This informational bulletin provides information on wheel bearing P/N 13582664 being received new with visible rust and no action is needed as this does not affect the part performance.
PIC4696B
Dec 4, 2015
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIC4696A
Oct 23, 2015
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIC4696A
Oct 23, 2015
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
Recalls
Jun 30, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Vehicle Recalls
05-06-04-035D
May 9, 2014
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
PIC5913
Sep 19, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint lamp, Service Vehicle Soon lamp on and/or radio locked, possibly after module replacement. Techni
130089009
Sep 1, 2013
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
08089-B
Nov 1, 2008
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
GENERAL MOTORS CORP: SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT; ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION. *PE UPDATED 2/17/09. *PE
08089-B
Nov 1, 2008
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP: SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT; ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION. *PE UPDATED 2/17/09. *PE
08089-B
Nov 1, 2008
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
GENERAL MOTORS CORP: SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT; ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION. *PE UPDATED 2/17/09. *PE
08-089
Jun 1, 2008
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
BUICK\CADILLAC\CHEVROLET\GMC\HUMMER\OLDSMOBILE\PONTIAC\SAAB\SATURN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT-ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION. FCC RULED IN 2002 WIRELESS CARRIERS WOULD NO LONGER R
PIC-4887
Jun 1, 2008
021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
GMC: HARSH RIDE OR LINE INSTALLATION CONCERN WITH DELCO SHOCK KIT. CONCERNS WITH CONNECTING THE LINES TO THE SHOCKS AND THE AIR COMPRESSOR. CONCERN OF HARSH RIDE AFTER INSTALLATION. *PE
PIC-4887
Jun 1, 2008
022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
GMC: HARSH RIDE OR LINE INSTALLATION CONCERN WITH DELCO SHOCK KIT. CONCERNS WITH CONNECTING THE LINES TO THE SHOCKS AND THE AIR COMPRESSOR. CONCERN OF HARSH RIDE AFTER INSTALLATION. *PE
3951
Oct 19, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
KNOCKIG NOISES OR EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. VEHICLES WITH LD8 OR L37 4.6L V8 ENGINES. *KB
030844005B
Jan 1, 2005
138200 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
POOR RADIO RECEPTION OR RADIO STATIC/ INCREASED INTERFERENCE WITH REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER ON OR SOME REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER GRIDS MAY BE INOPERATIVE. *TT
040861001
Dec 1, 2004
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
FLOOR PAN CORROSION PERFORATION IN BATTERY COMPARTMENT. *EH
000310007F
Nov 17, 2004
020000 SUSPENSION
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE SHAKE / VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL, FLOOR, SEAT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON SMOOTH ROADS. *JB UPDATED *EH GM VOICEMAIL MESSAGE. *TT
040730034
Aug 1, 2004
100000 POWER TRAIN
SERVICE ENGINE SOON (SES) LIGHT ON, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0741, TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) EXCESSIVE SLIP, TRANSAXLE CHUGGLE, SLIP/SURGE. *TT
000310007E
Feb 1, 2004
020000 SUSPENSION
SHAKE/VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL, FLOOR, SEAT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON SMOOTH ROADS. *TT UPDATE. *TT
990603009A
Feb 1, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
FLOOR PAN CORROSION PERFORATION IN BATTERY COMPARTMENT. *TT UPDATE *EH
010850002B
Jan 1, 2004
221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
FRONT HEATED SEAT INOPERATIVE/COLD. *TT THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 01-08-50-002B DATED 05/01/2003. *TT
00062A
Jan 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE EXHAUST LEAK NOISE HEARD INSIDE THE VEHICLE. SIT BULLETIN 1412205. *TT
01771
Jan 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
4.0L L47, 4.6L LD8, L37, LH2 ENGINE COOLANT OR OIL LEAK.*MR
01792
Jan 1, 2004
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
4.0L L47, 4.6L LD8 L37 ENGINE WATER PUMP COVER P/N 12571913- THERMOSTAT LOOSE. ALSO INCLUDING MODEL 2003 CADILLAC ELDORADO. *MR
01709
Jan 1, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
INDENTATION OF REAR FASCIA NEAR URPA SENSOR. SIT BULLETIN 1454741. *TT
02038
Jan 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE B1000. *MR
01263
Jan 1, 2004
010000 STEERING
STEERING CLUNK NOISE. *MJ
3001
Jan 1, 2004
350000 EQUIPMENT
VOLUME IS ONLY CONTROLLED USING STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS. *TT
3003
Jan 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0442 SMALL LEAK DETECTED, INSPECT AT FUEL FILLER NECK. *MJ
3015
Jan 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MULTIPLE STABILITRAK/PRECISION CONTROL CODES SUCH AS C1282, C1283, C1284, C1285, C1287, AND C1288 EXIST ON DELPHI BOSCH 5.0 OR 5.3 SYSTEMS. *TT
00222A
Nov 18, 2003
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
UNEVEN RIGHT FRONT BRAKE WEAR WITH THE RIGHT FRONT OUTBOARD PAD BEING WORN AN AMOUNT INCONSISTENT WITH THE REST OF THE FRONT BRAKE PADS. *TT
030232049
Nov 1, 2003
017500 STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
RELEASE OF NEW OUTER TIE ROD ENDS FOR SERVICE. *TT
990601010C
Nov 1, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE COLD/KNOCK/TICK NOISE. *TT
020601009C
Oct 1, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
HIGHER THAN EXPECTED OIL CONSUMPTION. *TT
030601027
Oct 1, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
THIS BULLETIN IS BEING ISSUED TO INFORM DEALERS OF ENHANCEMENTS TO CRANKCASE, OIL DISTRIBUTION PLATE AND OIL PAN SEALING BY USING RTV SEALANT. *TT
010235009A
Aug 1, 2003
010000 STEERING
STEERING COLUMN TO INSTRUMENT PANEL FASTENER REMOVAL. *TT
030236002
Aug 1, 2003
010000 STEERING
REVISED STEERING WHEEL POSITION SENSOR OR STEERING SHAFT LOWER BEARING REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE AND STEERING WHEEL POSITION SENSOR CENTERING PROCEDURE. *EH
030866009
Aug 1, 2003
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
REAR COMPARTMENT CARPET WET/MUSTY ODOR AND/OR SPARE TIRE WELL WET. *TT
063003
Jun 30, 2003
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
THIS PURPOSE OF THIS VME MESSAGE IS TO CLARIFY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR A BLOWER MOTOR USED ON PREVIOUS BODY STYLE CADILLACS WITH THE NORTHSTAR ENGINE. *TT
030139001A
Jun 1, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
REAR HVAC BLOWER CONTROL KNOB MAY FALL OFF. *TT
990601010B
Jun 1, 2003
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
ENGINE COLD/KNOCK/TICK NOISE. *TT
030139006
May 1, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
DIFFICULT TO MAINTAIN DESIRED HVAC TEMPERATURE. *TT
030139001
Mar 1, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
REAR HVAC BLOWER CONTROL KNOB MAY FALL OFF. *TT
020601009A
Nov 1, 2002
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
HIGHER THAN EXPECTED OIL CONSUMPTION. *TT
09132002
Sep 13, 2002
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
THIS MESSAGE CONCERNS INSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR NOISY. COMMENTS THAT A NOISE IN THE LEFT SIDE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ON COLD STARTS. THIS NOISE MAY BE DESCRIBED AS A GRIND, GROWL, HUM, WHINE OR SQUEAL. A FAN NOISE MAY ALSO BE HEARD
000310007C
Aug 1, 2002
020000 SUSPENSION
SUBJECT REGARDING SHAKE / VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL, FLOOR, SEAT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON SMOOTH ROADS. *TT
00310007B
Jun 1, 2002
020000 SUSPENSION
TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING SHAKE / VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL, FLOOR, SEAT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON SMOOTH ROADS. *TT
020235004
May 1, 2002
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
CONCERNS WITH CLUNK / RATTLE NOISE FROM LOWER STEERING COLUMN AREA WHEN TRAVELING OVER ROAD BUMPS. *TT
020308004
Apr 1, 2002
020000 SUSPENSION
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ON A SQUEAK/SQUAWK NOISE FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE WHEN TRAVELLING OVER ROAD BUMPS/SWELLS. *TT
020601009
Mar 1, 2002
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ON HIGHER THAN EXPECTED OIL CONSUMPTION. *SLC
010850002A
Jan 1, 2002
221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
FRONT/REAR HEATED SEAT BACK/CUSHION NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. *TT
131201
Dec 13, 2001
190000 TIRES
SUBJECT REGARDING TIRE VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON SMOOTH ROAD SURFACES. *TT
000310007A
Oct 1, 2001
020000 SUSPENSION
INFORMATION REGARDING SHAKE/VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL, FLOOR,SEAT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON SMOOTH ROADS (DIAGNOSE/BALANCE TIRES/WHEELS). *YH
000523001A
Sep 1, 2001
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
INFORMATION REGARDING REAR BRAKE MOAN/HUM NOISE DURING BRAKE APPLY. *YH
010301
Mar 1, 2001
015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
INFORMATION MESSAGE CONCERNING THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM APPLICABLE TO 1998 THROUGH 2000 MODEL YEAR CADILLACS. *TT
010301
Mar 1, 2001
015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
CONCERNS WITH THE POWER STEERING SYSTEMS. *TT
150201
Feb 15, 2001
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
THIS PRODUCT TECHNICAL INFORMATION CONCERNS AN INTERMITTENT STUMBLE OR STALL CONDITION. SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT INTERMITTENTLY THEY EXPERIENCE A STUMBLE OR STALL CONDITION WHEN COMING DOWN TO A STOP. IN MOST INSTANCES THE ENGINE
011200
Dec 1, 2000
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON THE FRONT FLOOR CONSOLE TRIM PLATE. *TT
990730015A
Apr 1, 2000
100000 POWER TRAIN
CONCERNS WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLIMINATES, SPEEDOMETER FLUCTUATES / INOPERATIVE, CRUISE CONTROL / TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH INOPERATIVE. *TT
000844003
Apr 1, 2000
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO VIN YU260745 MAY EXHIBIT SOUND FROM THE LH / RH FRONT SIDE DOOR RADIO BOSE SPEAKER ASSEMBLY IS DISTORTED OR NOISY. *TT
990605005
Oct 1, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A POPPING TYPE NOISE HEARD IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *TT
990308005
Oct 1, 1999
020000 SUSPENSION
EXPERIENCING CLUNK, RATTLE OR METAL TO METAL NOISE FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE. *TT
990850015
Oct 1, 1999
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
CONCERNS WITH LOSS OF DRIVER SEAT, MIRROR & STEERING COLUMN MEMORY SETTINGS, PROGRAMMING FUNCTION AND / OR MEMORY RECALL FUNCTIONS IMPROPERLY. *TT
990844004A
Aug 1, 1999
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
CONDITIONS WITH POOR RECEPTION ON THE AM RADIO BAND. *TT
990730015
Jul 1, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATES, SPEEDOMETER FLUCTUATES/INOPERATIVE, CRUISE CONTROL/TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH INOPERATIVE. *MJS
990601010
Jun 1, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN ABOUT A ENGINE COLD / KNOCK / TICK NOISE. *TT
990844004
Jun 1, 1999
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE RECEPTION IS POOR ON THE AM RADIO BAND. *TT
990867001
May 1, 1999
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
EXPERIENCING SUN ROOF WIND NOISE / BUFFETING. *TT
990864008
May 1, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
CONDITIONS WITH SPOTTING ON RUBBER PORTION OF SIDE DOOR EXTERIOR MOLDINGS AND WEATHERSTRIPS AT BELTLINE (EXTERIOR FINISH REPAIR PROCEDURE). *TT
990850009
May 1, 1999
220000 SEATS
EXPERIENCING EXCESSIVE NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVER AND / OR PASSENGER SEAT ADJUSTER RAIL / TRACK WHEN MOVING THE SEAT ASSEMBLY FORWARD OR REARWARD. *TT
831704
Oct 1, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
CONCERNS OF DOOR HANDLES ON WHITE PAINTED VEHICLES TRUNING YELLOW. *YC
98876524
Sep 1, 1998
116200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
SUBJECT REGARDING ON- BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS. *YC
838310A
Sep 1, 1998
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
CONCERNS OF FUEL GAUGE FLUCTUATES BETWEEN FULL AND EMPTY WHEN TANK IS FULL. *YC
833004
Sep 1, 1998
020000 SUSPENSION
EXPERIENCING SHAKE / VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL, FLOOR, SEAT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON SMOOTH ROADS. *YC
838126A
Sep 1, 1998
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
VARIOUS DOOR FUNCTIONS DO NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. *YC
98877165
Jun 1, 1998
105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
EXPERIENCING HARSH GARAGE SHIFT, HARSH OR DELAYED ENGAGEMENT OF PARK TO REVERSE OR DRIVE TO REVERSE. *YC
98831114
Jun 1, 1998
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
EXCESSIVE AIR FLOW COMING FROM VENTS AND/OR TOO COLD WHEN SWITCHING FORM HEATER TO BI-LEVEL ON AUTO. *YC
98833303
May 1, 1998
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ON A SQUAWK-TYPE NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION WHEN DRIVING ON ROUGH OR BUMPY ROADS. *YC
98838126
May 1, 1998
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
CONCERNS WITH VARIOUS DOOR FUNCTIONS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. *YC
98877165
May 1, 1998
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
CONCERNS WITH A DELAYED OR HARSH ENGAGEMENT FROM PARK TO REVERSE OR DRIVE TO REVERSE. *YC
98877164
May 1, 1998
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
SOME COMMENTS ABOUT A NO ENGINE BRAKING CONDITION OR A SEVERL SECOND DELAY WHEN THE SHIFT LEVER IS PLACED IN THE D3 POSITION. *YC
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, CADILLAC SEVILLE
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
RQ99013
Opened: Jun 10, 1999 , Closed: Feb 22, 2002
CADILLAC COOLANT COOLED ALTERNATOR FIRES
CADILLAC SEVILLE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CADILLAC SEVILLE across all model years (1976, 2003).
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Total Recalls
1,049
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
69
Reported Crashes
46
Reported Fires
4
Reported Deaths
CADILLAC SEVILLE - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 0 | 12 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 19 | View |
| 2002 | 2 | 66 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 68 | View |
| 2000 | 2 | 57 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 106 | View |
| 1998 (current) | 2 | 78 | |
| 1997 | 2 | 135 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 156 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 87 | View |
| 1994 | 2 | 66 | View |
| 1993 | 2 | 53 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 31 | View |
| 1991 | 0 | 28 | View |
| 1990 | 3 | 24 | View |
| 1989 | 2 | 5 | View |
| 1988 | 1 | 15 | View |
| 1987 | 2 | 14 | View |
| 1986 | 3 | 14 | View |
| 1985 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 1984 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1983 | 3 | 2 | View |
| 1982 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1981 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1980 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1979 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1978 | 2 | 3 | View |
| 1977 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 | View |