MYRModel Year Report

1999 Cadillac Catera

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1999 Cadillac Catera
RENDERED 2026-09-17T05:40:17.773Z

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, 1999 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
1999: 80 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 39%

39% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 31 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE INJURY
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AFTER THE RECALL WAS PERFORMED, 30 DAYS LATER THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE IN THE ENGINE. CONSUMER PUT THE FIRE OUT AND TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030325

TIRES 15%

15% of complaints: tires — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 15%

15% of complaints: electrical system — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing module and wiring.

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CAR SHUTS DOWN WHEN DRIVING. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120910

Also filed under STEERING

THE RUNNING LIGHTS WOULD NOT TURN OFF. I WAS IN HARMS WAY IN THE RAIN AND HAD TO TAKE THE CARE 70 MORE MILES, WHILE I COULD GET OUT OF THE BUFFALO AREA TO A SAFE LOCATION FOR THE NIGHT. THE LIGHTS NEVER WENT OFF TILL THE BATTERY WAS EXHAUSTED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120502

STEERING 14%

14% of complaints: steering — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and anti-theft device.

INJURY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 9%

9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND COMING TO A STOP, VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE.*AK *SLC

NHTSA ODI report, 20010816

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Cadillac Catera — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (31 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (12 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 Cadillac Catera?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 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.