MYRModel Year Report

2002 Cadillac STS

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2002 Cadillac STS
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:43:56.464Z

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Cadillac STS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 13 complaints 2000: 12 complaints 2000 2001: 12 complaints 2002: 7 complaints 2002 2003: 8 complaints 2004: 7 complaints 2004 2005: 101 complaints 2006: 139 complaints 2006 2007: 52 complaints 2008: 50 complaints 2008 2009: 15 complaints 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints 2011
2002: 7 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19983
199913
200012
200112
20027
20038
20047
2005101
2006139
200752
200850
200915
20104
20117

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 7 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

WHEELS

1 of 7 total reports mentions: wheels.

Show complaint excerpts

CAR STARTS TO SHAKES IN FRONTEND OF CAR AT 50 TO 70 MPH. SYSTEM STABILITY NOTIFICATION COMES ON. HAVE HAD IT CHECKED AND MECHANICS CAN NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. NEW TIRES AND CALIBRATION DOES NOT HELP. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120916

Also filed under SUSPENSION and STEERING

SUSPENSION

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.

STEERING

1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

Show complaint excerpts

NORTHSTAR ENGINE BLOCK IS LEAKING OIL. POTENTIAL ENGINE FIRE VIA ENGINE OIL DRIP TO EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20090414

Also filed under ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Cadillac STS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Cadillac STS reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Cadillac STS?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Cadillac STS have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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