1983 Cadillac Seville
Only 2 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 27 |
| 1993 | 42 |
| 1994 | 50 |
| 1995 | 74 |
| 1996 | 122 |
| 1997 | 95 |
| 1998 | 65 |
| 1999 | 73 |
| 2000 | 38 |
| 2001 | 53 |
| 2002 | 45 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.
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LOWER CONTROL ARM BROKE AT WHEEL, FELL ONTO GROUND; VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT LIGHT, OTHERWISE WOULD HAVE HAPPENED ON FREEWAY. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19951030
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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INTERMITTENT STALLING. *DSH
NHTSA ODI report, 19960509
SAFETY TIMELINE
DURING WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION, THE NOISE SUPPRESION CAPACITOR IN THE WIPER MOTOR RELAY MAY OVERHEAT.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL MODIFY THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR DELAY RELAY BY REMOVING THE NOISE SUPPRESION CAPACITOR. THIS WILL BE DONE FREE OF CHARGE.
Campaign 82V110000 — check if this car was fixed
THE FUSIBLE LINK, WHICH PROTECTS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CONNECTED THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, COULD COME OPEN WHILE REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER IS IN OPERATION. IF TWILIGHT SENTINEL SWITCH IS ON AND HEADLIGH
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE FUSIBLE LINK WITH AN IMPROVED TYPE.
Campaign 83V065000 — check if this car was fixed
THE FUEL FILTERS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN INCORRECT THREADED FITTING. THE INCORRECT FITTING IS SIMILIAR ENOUGH IN SIZE THAT THE FUEL FILTER MAY APPEAR TO BE CORRECTLY THREADED ONTO THE FUEL LINE.
Remedy: THE IMPROPER THREADING COULD CAUSE A GASOLINE LEAK WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE WHEN EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Campaign 93E019000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1983 Cadillac Seville — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 82V110000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 83V065000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 93E019000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1983 Cadillac Seville 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 1983 Cadillac Seville?
The most-reported component is suspension:front:control arm:lower arm, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1983 Cadillac Seville have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.