MYRModel Year Report

2000 Cadillac Catera

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2000 Cadillac Catera
RENDERED 2026-09-17T05:37:58.797Z

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, 2000 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
2000: 67 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.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 39%

39% of complaints: electrical system — 26 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition and 12v/24v/48v battery.

CRASH
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WHILE DRIVING INSTRUMENT WARNING LIGHTS WILL ILLUMINATE, AND VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF, LOSING ALL POWER. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK STALLING OF THE VEHICLE WHILE ON HIGHWAY RESULTING IN ACCIDENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20001218

Also filed under INTERIOR LIGHTING and SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

THE CAR KEEPS ON OVER HEATING, THE OIL LIGHT KEEPS ON COMING ON BECAUSE OF THE OVER HEATING AND ALSO THE CAR DOES NOT ALWAYS WANT TO START I HAVE TO JUMP IT OFF ALOT. IT IS NOT THE BATTERY BECAUSE I HAVE GOTTEN IT CHECKED PLENTY OF TIME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120628

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 31%

31% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

CRASH
AIR BAGS 13%

13% of complaints: air bags — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.

CRASH INJURY
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I GOT IN MY CAR, 2000 CADILLAC CATERA WHICH WAS STATIONARY IN A PARKING LOT AND CLOSED THE DRIVER DOOR AT THE SAME TIME REACHING BACK TO GET SEAT BELT AND "BANG" AN EXPLODING SOUND. THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT AIR BACK EXPLODED, IN A PARKING SPOT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160617

WHILE TURNING A CORNER AT 10 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS BROAD SIDED ON THE RIGHT SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE FOUR PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME OF THE COLLISION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040128

PASSENGER SIDE "CURTAIN" AIRBAG IN SEAT WENT OFF WHILE MY CAR WAS STOPPED AND ENGINE NOT RUNNING WITH NO CAUSE OR IMPACT WHILE NOT CLOSE TO ANYTHING IN A PARKING LOT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180908

TIRES 12%

12% of complaints: tires — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt.

SERVICE BRAKES 9%

9% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Cadillac Catera — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (26 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (21 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (9 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 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 2000 Cadillac Catera?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 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.