MYRModel Year Report

2001 Cadillac Seville

● Typical for this model
2001 Cadillac Seville
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:39:41.031Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Cadillac Seville Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1981: 1 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 2 complaints 1984: 1 complaints 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 2000: 38 complaints 2001: 53 complaints 2001 2002: 45 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2004: 9 complaints 2004
2001: 53 complaints
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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 19%

19% of complaints: suspension — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and lower ball joint.

Show complaint excerpts

WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH FRONT PASSENGER'S WHEEL COLLAPSED DUE TO A MISSING BOLT ON SUSPENSION. GMC HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20001102

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 17%

17% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and exhaust system.

STEERING 15%

15% of complaints: steering — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and steering wheel/handle bar.

CRASH
STRUCTURE 15%

15% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing trunk lid and bumpers.

TIRES 11%

11% of complaints: tires — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010329 — equipment

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN INCORRECT TIRE PRESSURE LABEL. ON VEHICLES

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECT LABELS.

Campaign 00V432000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Cadillac Seville — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 00V432000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2000 ▲ 1993 ● 2002

WORST YEARS

■ 1996 ◆ 1997 ◆ 1995

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FAQ

Is the 2001 Cadillac Seville reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 Cadillac Seville is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Cadillac Seville?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Cadillac Seville have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.