2000 Cadillac Seville
This year had at least 30% fewer 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.
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 | 44 |
| 1994 | 57 |
| 1995 | 74 |
| 1996 | 122 |
| 1997 | 95 |
| 1998 | 65 |
| 1999 | 73 |
| 2000 | 38 |
| 2001 | 53 |
| 2002 | 45 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
16% of complaints: suspension — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front.
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VEHICLE VIBRATED TERRIBLY WHEN MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURNS. MANUFACTURER WAS SENDING A FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE OUT ON 6-19-00. MANUFACTURER TOLD DEALER TO PUT STEERING RACK IN, BUT IT MADE THE PROBLEM WORSE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20000614
16% of complaints: steering — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rack and rack and pinion.
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THE STABILITY SERVICE LIGHT FLASHED. DEALER REPLACED THE STEERING RACK AND PINION. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. PH
NHTSA ODI report, 20030204
16% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
13% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
11% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
ON 05/2014 I CAME TO A STOP SIGN THEN I MOVE ON TO GET ACROSS THE STREET WHEN MY CADILLAC SHUT DOWN ALL ELECTRICAL CONTROLS THE ENGINE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP AS MY CAR LAYS DEAD IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET A VEHICLE GOING WEST HIT MY RIGHT FRONT...
NHTSA ODI report, 20141223
Also filed under AIR BAGS and ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS ARE LOOSE AND CAN RESULT IN SEPARATION OF A TIE ROD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHECK AND ADJUST THE VEHICLE TOE-IN AND TIGHTEN THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE.
Campaign 99V301000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE INTERNAL FLUID LEAKS IN THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ABS HYDRAULIC MODULATOR UNIT AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC MODULATOR.
Campaign 00V114000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Cadillac Seville — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 99V301000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V114000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Cadillac Seville reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Cadillac Seville is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Cadillac Seville?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Cadillac Seville have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.