2000 Cadillac Seville
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2000 Cadillac Seville. Newest first.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. some of these vehicles have internal fluid leaks in the brake hydraulic control unit.
Risk and remedy
Risk
When the rear brake proportioning, antilock brake, traction control, or stability control feature IS activated in some driving situations, the feature may not perform as designed.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the ABS hydraulic modulator unit and if necessary, replace the hydraulic modulator.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the inner tie rod nuts are loose and can result in separation of a tie rod.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Separation of a tie rod can cause unexpected steering input increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check and adjust the vehicle toe-in and tighten the inner tie rod nuts to the specified torque.
Owner complaints
38 complaints2 involved a crash
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes
While going 45 approaching a red light I casually hit the brakes. The car did not stop. Hitting the brakes to the floor for a 2ND time, the car did not stop. Thus, after running the red light in a near death experience and driving without brakes until I could find a parking lot to pull over in, got…
While going 45 approaching a red light I casually hit the brakes. The car did not stop. Hitting the brakes to the floor for a 2ND time, the car did not stop. Thus, after running the red light in a near death experience and driving without brakes until I could find a parking lot to pull over in, got the problem checked out and was told the brake line rusted out. Vehicle was in motion going approximately 45, car did not stop due to rusted brake line (snapped brake line)
- Air bags · Electronic stability control (esc) · Engine
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 end so hard it twisted hood, front doors, fenders…
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 end so hard it twisted hood, front doors, fenders and engine parts fifteen minutes before I dropped my daughter at school she could have die in this incident due to failure of airbags they never deployed three months later I receive a recall # 14299 I call several people including [xxx] ceo, they all lie to me by telling me that there IS nothing wrong with my cadillac when they haven't done anything to the car I also own a cobalt 2007 recalled on 04/2014 I am still waiting for both cars to be fixed like the law requires as for my 2000 cadillac seville sits in my garage with $10,000.00 worth of repair cost general motors refuse a half of dozen times to take responsibility for the failure of the cadillac electronic systems, airbags, brakes, power steering and all the items that could have end as a fatality to a member of my family including myself. 12/24/2014. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Engine · Engine and engine cooling
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac seville. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart and operated as normal. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the cam shaft…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac seville. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart and operated as normal. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the cam shaft sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.
- Electrical system · Engine
On two separate occasions my old 2000 gm cadillac STS stalled while driving on the highway. this was not a mechanical problem - it was some sort of defect. note that it was "repaired" in between the incidents, do it was not the same initial problem. I filed a complaint back then, but got no…
On two separate occasions my old 2000 gm cadillac STS stalled while driving on the highway. this was not a mechanical problem - it was some sort of defect. note that it was "repaired" in between the incidents, do it was not the same initial problem. I filed a complaint back then, but got no response. the mechanics at the palo alto cadillac dealer seemed to know of the problem. at the time, they said it was a failure of some sensors on the flywheel. I don't know if this was related to the current ignition switch problem. having a vehicle stall at 65 mile per hour IS absolutely terrifying. you lose power steering and brakes. it would have certainly ended up in an accident if I didn't understand how cars work. I was able to shift into neutral and restart the car. my point IS, there was a defect on this car that appeared to be known by gm, and was also ignored. the complaint was ignored by the nhtsa. I think you should also inquire with gm what was known about this defect. as I wrote - they seemed to have known that this was a problem, and just repaired it, rather than understand the risk they were making us take. I ended up selling the car because of this issue. *tr
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac seville. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, transmission fluid leaked from the vehicle and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the head gasket and…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac seville. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, transmission fluid leaked from the vehicle and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the head gasket and motor mounts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000. *tr
- Unknown or other
On 04/15/2005 car was taken in to dealership for leaking trunk and water in trunk. Gm had issued a service bulletin 03-08-66-009, dated july 30, 2003 for models 1998-2003 cadillac seville to replace the trunk seal with part # 25762219 weatherst 12.269 k. the work was completed per the bulletin…
On 04/15/2005 car was taken in to dealership for leaking trunk and water in trunk. Gm had issued a service bulletin 03-08-66-009, dated july 30, 2003 for models 1998-2003 cadillac seville to replace the trunk seal with part # 25762219 weatherst 12.269 k. the work was completed per the bulletin, but on 02/11/2011 car was taken in again for water in trunk, with 35330 miles. If the improved part from sb 03-08-66-009 was used and installed by the selling dealership, how do you explain the leak reoccurring within a similar time frame as the original failure? I realize most people do not keep their vehicles more than 10 years, but current owners of used models would also be impacted and unknowingly pay for the additional repairs. it does not appear that gm actually corrected a known defect they had in this model cadillac with their improved part.
- Interior lighting · Service brakes, electric
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 cadillac deville. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact noticed that the ABS, brake and transmission control lights illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle home and inspected the brakes. The vehicle was taken to a dealership but the dealer could not find a…
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 cadillac deville. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact noticed that the ABS, brake and transmission control lights illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle home and inspected the brakes. The vehicle was taken to a dealership but the dealer could not find a problem. The lights stayed illuminated. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. The current mileage was approximately 100,000.
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
Car was overheating kept saying check cooling level I would check and had to add coolant. Took to mechanic found my radiator cap was warped. I replaced cap but yet the car continues to heat up. Major oil leaks from engine, similar to other complaint 2-3 qts between oil changes. Current mileage on vehicle 120,000 miles. *Tr
- Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly
TL* - while pulling out into traffic from his driveway on 12-14-06 contact noticed that the steering on the vehicle felt unusual. the contact continued to drive. on 12-16-06, the contact looked under the vehicle to notice that the tie rod and the rack and pinion steering had broken. the contact…
TL* - while pulling out into traffic from his driveway on 12-14-06 contact noticed that the steering on the vehicle felt unusual. the contact continued to drive. on 12-16-06, the contact looked under the vehicle to notice that the tie rod and the rack and pinion steering had broken. the contact currently has his vehicle at the dealership and they are telling him that there isn't a recall for his tie rod assembly. the contact states that he went on the nhtsa website and that there IS a recall for the tie rod assembly (nhtsa campaign ID number : 99v301000). the contact would like to know what he can do to have his vehicle covered under the recall. if any copy of the invoice IS needed contact can provide a copy
- Tires › Tread/belt
On a road trip .tire's tread came off of tire during the ride, resulting in a tire failure and big damage to my vehicle. tire it self IS still inflated with no tread on it. tire was taken off of vehicle. tire IS available. *nm
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting › Brake lights · Exterior lighting › Headlights
Vehicle experienced condensation on the front and rear lights. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, they changed the bulbs. However, the reason for the condensation build up was not resolved. *ak two inches of water accumulated in the rear lights shorting out the electrical system. front bulbs go out when it rains or when the vehicle sits out of the garage. *tc
- Tires
The vehicle gets this very hard vibrations when reaching highway speed of 60-70 mph. There IS a boucing as if the tires are out of balance. Tires have been replaced five times. The first three times, that dealer replaced the tires he claimedthat it was a design problem. The vehicle has been to the dealer a total of eight or nine times in the first month of buying the vehicle .*ak
- Steering › Rack and pinion
Steering IS very difficult when trying to get in and out of tight spots. It feels almost as if I loose my steering all together. The car dealer said they replaced the steering rack just last month, but there IS no difference.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While turning left at low speeds, the vehicle jerked and vibrated uncontrollably. the ABS light appeared on the dashboard and the vehicle continued to vibrate. the driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. please provide further details. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
The vehicle stalled intermittently while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer found that the crank shaft sensor needed to replaced. *Ak this also occured in 2002 at the same time the sensors were replaced. *cb
- Electrical system
The vehicle stalled without warning. the dealer had not determined the cause. *jb the vehicle stalled a few times before but would restart. the last occasion the vehicle did not restart. per invoice, the voltage at the relay had no ground and was found loose. the part was removed, cleaned, tightened, and the vehicle was able to start. *scc *nlm
- Steering
The stability service light flashed. Dealer replaced the steering rack and pinion. please provide any further information. ph
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Car has shut down on the interstae at high speeds & while slowing to stop & while taking off from stopped position at least ten times. dt
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash
When bright sunlight hits windshield digital console becomes unreadable. driver states at night console IS wonderful, very bright to read. please describe details. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
While driving on highway vehicle will cut off and lose all power, almost caused an acccident. Contacted dealer.cannot find cause of problem.*ak
- Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
Driver's side restraint will lock up due to poor design. dealer has replaced restraint 3 times, and problem has reoccurred. manufacturer has been notified, the consumer believes the design of the restraint IS faulty. *Ak *nlm
- Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper · Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
When coming to a stop noise coming from brakes, caliper assembly- r&r front both. noise in power steering, order power steering pump. a/c knob for rear vent missing and switch broke, switch, control assembly blower moter, replace a/c rear.
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) · Suspension · Suspension › Front
While driving steering wheel locks up. *Ak steering pulls to the left and vibrates at 70 mph. dealer aligned front end, replaced, balanced and rotated tires. vehicle has been back for the same repair three times, and the problem IS still not corrected. *tt
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Consumer IS concerned that every 1000 miles he has to add 1/1/2 quarts of oil to vehicle. dealership IS aware of problem.. there are no leaks underneath vehicle for oil at this time. but, there IS a issue that needs to be reolved. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
This car burns oil/at 3 qts.per oil change and stalled on a highway which was almost broadsided by a tractor trailer.*ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11009156This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 11007744This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007743This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
- 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
- 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
- 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10249980This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include ?Vibration? ?Business Associate Code? and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
- 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10247780This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10246952Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246951Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10245951Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
- 10245950Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
- 10244274This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10242843The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
- 10242298This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
- 10242262This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
- 10240793This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
- 10236164This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
- 10235799This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10234110This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10232811This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10232136This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10230697This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the listed DTC's may set with or without poor engine performance.
- 10228888This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.
- 10227056This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10225615This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.
- 10224309This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole authorized provider of a certification confirmation letter which helps our customers identify if their vehicles meets the required USA regulatory standards necessary for importation into the USA.
- 10224273This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission.
- 10222839This service bulletin provides information on Handling Requests for Modifications to Permanently Import/Export Vehicles Between the U.S. and Canada.
- 10222796This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10220319This diagnostic tip advises the tech not to separate the flexplate from the torque convertor or damage my occur if the engine is started while diagnosing for noise from the engine or transmission.
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