MYRModel Year Report

1998 Cadillac Catera

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1998 Cadillac Catera
RENDERED 2026-09-17T05:39:04.555Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Cadillac Catera Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1997: 163 complaints 1997 1998: 123 complaints 1998 1999: 80 complaints 1999 2000: 67 complaints 2000 2001: 30 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003
1998: 123 complaints
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YearComplaints
1997163
1998123
199980
200067
200130
20022
20033

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 52%

52% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 64 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

CRASH INJURY
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NUMEROUS ISSUES WITH 1998 CATERA. HAD TIMING BELT TENSIONER-PULLEYS/CAM DRIVE REPLACED LAST YEAR(3-2002) WHILE UNDER WARRANTY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030828

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 22%

22% of complaints: electrical system — 27 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and 12v/24v/48v battery.

CRASH INJURY
SUSPENSION 18%

18% of complaints: suspension — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and lines and fittings.

SERVICE BRAKES 17%

17% of complaints: service brakes — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASH INJURY
TIRES 15%

15% of complaints: tires — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Cadillac Catera — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (64 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (27 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (22 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Cadillac Catera reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Cadillac Catera?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Cadillac Catera have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.