MYRModel Year Report

1994 Cadillac Seville

● Typical for this model
1994 Cadillac Seville
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:46:15.069Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

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
57
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

44% of complaints

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1986: 11 complaints 1987: 11 complaints 1987 1988: 11 complaints 1989: 5 complaints 1990: 19 complaints 1990 1991: 21 complaints 1992: 27 complaints 1993: 44 complaints 1994: 57 complaints 1994 57 1995: 74 complaints 1996: 122 complaints 1997: 95 complaints 1998: 65 complaints 1999: 73 complaints 1999 2000: 38 complaints 2001: 53 complaints 2002: 45 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2004: 9 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 11 complaints 1987: 11 complaints 1987 1988: 11 complaints 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 19 complaints 1991: 21 complaints 1991 1992: 27 complaints 1993: 44 complaints 1994: 57 complaints 1994 57 1995: 74 complaints 1996: 122 complaints 1997: 95 complaints 1997 1998: 65 complaints 1999: 73 complaints 1999 2000: 38 complaints 2001: 53 complaints 2001 2002: 45 complaints 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 9 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 11 complaints 1986 1987: 11 complaints 1987 1988: 11 complaints 1988 1989: 5 complaints 1989 1990: 19 complaints 1990 1991: 21 complaints 1991 1992: 27 complaints 1992 1993: 44 complaints 1993 1994: 57 complaints 1994 57 1995: 74 complaints 1995 1996: 122 complaints 1996 1997: 95 complaints 1997 1998: 65 complaints 1998 1999: 73 complaints 1999 2000: 38 complaints 2000 2001: 53 complaints 2001 2002: 45 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 9 complaints 2004

1994: 57 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19811
19820
19832
19841
19856
198611
198711
198811
19895
199019
199121
199227
199344
199457
199574
1996122
199795
199865
199973
200038
200153
200245
200316
20049

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

44% · 25 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Air conditioner failed,consumer never recieved recall on auxiliary engine oil cooler oulet hose which was too close to the a/c clutch. Consumer believes this is what caused vehicle fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-05-12

Electrical system

14% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and horn.

FIRE
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This vehicle is factory equipped with a delco/bose sound system. I was driving down my driveway at 5 MPH. After approximately 3 minutes and 1/4 mile, the radio sound became distorted and interrupted.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-22

Vehicle engine compartment fire, vehicle completely burned, will.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-11

Service brakes

12% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHFIRE

Visibility

11% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing heater core and defroster/defogger/hvac system.

INJURY

Equipment

7% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing air conditioner.

Show complaint excerpts

Air conditioner failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-11-14

A/c hose assembly failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-11-10

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1993-10-15Vehicle speed control93V164000 The throttle cable can become disengaged from the retaining bracket.

    Remedy: Inspect throttle cables to ensure the throttle control cable is fully seated in the retaining bracket and install a cable tie strap to secure the cable in its correct seat.

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  2. I
    1994-02-07SQClosed 1994-03-21 Brake light switch
  3. I
    1994-07-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-09-16 Engine compartment fires
  4. R
    1994-09-13Equipment94V158000 If the air conditioner compressor clutch assembly contacts the auxiliary engine oil cooler out hose, the hose may wear through allowing engine oil to leak in the engine compartment.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a tie strap to retain the auxiliary engine oil cooler outlet hose to the auxiliary engine oil cooler inlet hose at the bottom of the radiator assuring adequate clearance of the…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Cadillac Seville — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 25 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V164000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 94V158000 · Equipment
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Cadillac Seville reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Cadillac Seville is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Cadillac Seville?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Cadillac Seville have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.