MYRModel Year Report

2000 Cadillac Catera

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2000 Cadillac Catera
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:32:15.683Z

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 19%

19% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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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 10%

10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
TIRES 9%

9% of complaints: tires — 6 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 7%

7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7%

7% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.

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

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 (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (6 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 19% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Cadillac Catera have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.