MYRModel Year Report

2001 Cadillac Catera

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2001 Cadillac Catera
RENDERED 2026-09-17T05:38:06.009Z

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, 2001 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
2001: 30 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 27%

27% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cooling system and gasoline.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CADILLAC CATERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE WAS LEAKING OIL PREMATURELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHERE THE ENGINE GASKETS, BELTS AND THE WATER PUMP WERE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131122

Also filed under ENGINE

TIRES 17%

17% of complaints: tires — 5 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 13%

13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH
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GAS PEDAL STUCK AND VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. *AK *SLC

NHTSA ODI report, 20010315

WHILE DRIVING GAS PEDAL GOT STUCK TWICE. WHEN IT HAPPENED THE FIRST TIME PEDAL WAS HARD. SECOND TIME GAS PEDAL WOULD NOT COME BACK UP, AND CAR CONTINUED TO GAIN SPEED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20010315

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 10%

10% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing module.

AIR BAGS 10%

10% of complaints: air bags — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.

CRASH INJURY
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CONSUMER STATES THAT IN A FRONTAL COLLISON THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY ON IMPACT. CAUSING INJURIES DRIVER. MR

NHTSA ODI report, 20021011

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Cadillac Catera — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Cadillac Catera?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 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.