MYRModel Year Report

1999 Cadillac Seville

● Typical for this model
1999 Cadillac Seville
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:49:34.567Z

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
73
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1999

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

33% 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 1996 1997: 95 complaints 1998: 65 complaints 1999: 73 complaints 1999 73 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 1998: 65 complaints 1999: 73 complaints 1999 73 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 1998: 65 complaints 1998 1999: 73 complaints 1999 73 2000: 38 complaints 2000 2001: 53 complaints 2001 2002: 45 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 9 complaints 2004

1999: 73 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

33% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

Electrical system

22% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and ignition.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 Cadillac Seville. The contact stated that there was oil leaking from the vehicle. In addition, there was smoke and an abnormal odor.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-10-29

My son almost died on October 25, 2013 in his 1999 Cadillac Seville in our driveway while he was relaxing in it with his dog. He had fallen asleep waiting for his mother/my wife and the engine caught fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-11

Also filed under Engine

Consumer contacted the dealer in reference to manufacturer's recall 99013/NHTSA recall 99V07000, generator shorting out. Dealer had vehicle in shop for five days and no repairs were done. Please provide any further details.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-06-15

Suspension

12% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing front and multiple axle.

Service brakes

12% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Steering

11% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing rack and hydraulic power assist system.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1999-04-24Electrical system99V070000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. An electrical short can develop in the generator, even when the engine is off.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the generator.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1999-06-10Recall queryClosed 2002-02-22 Cadillac coolant cooled alternator fires

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Cadillac Seville — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 24 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 9 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 99V070000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1999 Cadillac Seville reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1999 Cadillac Seville is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Cadillac Seville?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Cadillac Seville have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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