MYRModel Year Report

2001 Cadillac Catera

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2001 Cadillac Catera
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:54:42.871Z

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
30
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

27% of complaints

Complaints per year

1997: 163 complaints 1997 1998: 123 complaints 1998 1999: 80 complaints 1999 2000: 67 complaints 2000 2001: 30 complaints 2001 30 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003
1997: 163 complaints 1997 1998: 123 complaints 1998 1999: 80 complaints 1999 2000: 67 complaints 2000 2001: 30 complaints 2001 30 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003
1997: 163 complaints 1997 1998: 123 complaints 1998 1999: 80 complaints 1999 2000: 67 complaints 2000 2001: 30 complaints 2001 30 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003

2001: 30 complaints

View as data table
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% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing cooling system and gasoline.

Show complaint excerpts

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, 2013-11-22

Also filed under Engine

Tires

17% · 5 reports

Vehicle speed control

13% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Gas pedal stuck and vehicle continued to accelerate.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-03-15

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, 2001-03-15

Electrical system

10% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing module.

Air bags

10% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Consumer states that in a frontal collison the air bags did not deploy on impact. Causing injuries driver. Mr

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-11

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2001 Cadillac Catera — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 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 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.