MYRModel Year Report

1997 Cadillac Seville

◆ Worse than typical
1997 Cadillac Seville
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:35.902Z

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than 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
95
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1997

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

22% 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 1993 1994: 57 complaints 1995: 74 complaints 1996: 122 complaints 1997: 95 complaints 1997 95 1998: 65 complaints 1999: 73 complaints 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 1993 1994: 57 complaints 1995: 74 complaints 1995 1996: 122 complaints 1997: 95 complaints 1997 95 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 1995: 74 complaints 1995 1996: 122 complaints 1996 1997: 95 complaints 1997 95 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

1997: 95 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

22% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIREDEATH
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Freedom of information request regarding a man that was killed during an engine fire.*mr the attorney request all information concerning any complaints/recalls of fuel line problem or fires in the 1995, 1996, and 1996 oldsmobile aurora the 1995,...

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-09-15

Foia request for any/all information re:complaints or recall of vehicle fuel line problems/fires associated with the model year 1995/1996/1997 Cadillac el dorado, Cadillac Seville or Deville.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-07-09

Fuel system, gasoline

21% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing fuel rail and hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

FIRE

Service brakes

18% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH

Steering

17% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion and pump.

CRASHFIRE
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While driving the rack and pinion broke. Vehicle was hit prior to this at the front finder on the driver's side. The dealer has repaired the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-05-20

Electrical system

15% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and interior/under dash.

FIRE
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Tl* the contact owns a 1997 Cadillac Seville. While the vehicle was parked in a residential driveway, it caught fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-04-24

Also filed under Seats

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 Cadillac Seville. The contact stated that the vehicle was driving roughly. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was flickering on and off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-04-15

Also filed under Engine

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    1997Complaint volume 95 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. R
    1997-05-28Service brakes, hydraulic97V064000 The electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module can cause the antilock brake system (ABS) to cycle during a non-ABS brake application.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    2003-01-02Recall queryClosed 2003-09-15 Power rack and pinion steering failure
  4. I
    2003-10-30Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-02-03 Fuel rail leakage
  5. I
    2004-02-03Engineering analysisClosed 2004-04-23 Fuel rail leaks
  6. R
    2004-06-02Fuel system, gasoline04V110000 Some passenger vehicles equipped with 4.0L V8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. Additionally, the 1995 model year uses a…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine fuel rail with a new stainless steel fuel rail. Dealers will also install a revised chassis fuel return line. The recall began on June 2…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1997 Cadillac Seville — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 21 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 17 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 97V064000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 04V110000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1997 Cadillac Seville reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1997 Cadillac Seville is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Cadillac Seville?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 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.