MYRModel Year Report

2000 Cadillac Seville

▲ Better than typical
2000 Cadillac Seville
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:09:49.598Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
38
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Suspension

16% 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 2000: 38 complaints 2000 38 2001: 53 complaints 2002: 45 complaints 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 2000: 38 complaints 2000 38 2001: 53 complaints 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 2000: 38 complaints 2000 38 2001: 53 complaints 2001 2002: 45 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 9 complaints 2004

2000: 38 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.

Suspension

16% · 6 reports

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-06-14

Steering

16% · 6 reports

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, 2003-02-04

Engine and engine cooling

16% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

Service brakes

13% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

Engine

11% · 4 reports
CRASH
Show 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, 2014-12-23

Also filed under Air bags and electronic stability control (esc)

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1999-11-16Steering99V301000 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.

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  2. R
    2000-06-21Service brakes, hydraulic00V114000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2000 Cadillac Seville — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 99V301000 · Steering
  • Recall 00V114000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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