2003 Cadillac Seville
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2003 Cadillac Seville. Newest first.
On certain cadillac deville and seville passenger vehicles, funeral coaches, and limousines equipped with a V8 (4.6L) engine, oldsmobile aurora passenger vehicles equipped with a V8 (4.0L ) engine, and pontiac bonneville ssei passenger vehicles equipped with a supercharged V6 (3.8L) engine, the fuel tank pressure sensors are unusually susceptible to…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel system components can be damaged and fuel can leak from the vehicle when it IS refueled. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank pressure sensor. owner notification began on october 17, 2003. owners should contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339; oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537; or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Owner complaints
16 complaints
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Power train · Unknown or other
I was driving the car all day and just had jumped back on highway doing around 65mph and all of a sudden the car threw itself into first gear it felt like and started accelerating on decelerating on its own jerking very violently if I wasn't wearing my seatbelt I would of went through the front…
I was driving the car all day and just had jumped back on highway doing around 65mph and all of a sudden the car threw itself into first gear it felt like and started accelerating on decelerating on its own jerking very violently if I wasn't wearing my seatbelt I would of went through the front windshield because it threw me forward i went from doing 65mph down to 10mph in less then 5seconds I was scared as [XXX] the steering wheel was hard to control and other cars were honking at me and it was just a mess and my car only has 100,763miles on it I barley drove it this year i will not get back in that car unless it is fixed because that's my daily driver and now its stuck in my driveway and my brother cant get his car out of the driveway so he's pissed now it wont go in reverse or wont move in neutral I left it alone I don't wanna mess with the car i already made a complaint to Cadillac and they said they will look into it and asked me for my vin but that was a few days ago they never called me or anything imagine if my nieces were in the car with me which I'm glad they Were not usually they are that [XXX] coulda killed someone and now I'm out of a car and there gonna look into it that's crazy they need to fix these cars transmission problems there having my car has never done this before and now I cant get to my job interviews because of this and still nothing is being done about it . INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
- Fuel/propulsion system · Structure › Body
I driving on I-20 west going approximately 70 mph when right rear tire blew. I stopped in emergency lane and my car wouldn't stay cranked. There were 7 wires that were cut in half. I couldn't crank car because the wires went to fuel system and had to have car towed and someone travel 3 hrs one way to pick me up.
- Unknown or other
The frame broke. it came apart - a full break. I had dropped it off at my garage and parked it outside. when they moved it into the shop they frame came apart. I could have been driving. I hope the 5 pictures were uploaded.
- Steering
This car has the same or similar electric power steering pump that gm IS now recalling for other models. the power pump will just stop working and then it will start working again. it usually stops working at low speeds making it extremely difficult to turn. in looking on-line I notice there are a large number of posting about the same and / or similar problems concerning this item. *tr
- Power train
While my wife was driving vehicle lost power while driving just after purchase from (lia infinity) dealership in albany, ny. Requested dealer take vehicle to cadillac dealer for checkout which he said was done and returned without repair. Condition was intermittent and was therefore difficult to…
While my wife was driving vehicle lost power while driving just after purchase from (lia infinity) dealership in albany, ny. Requested dealer take vehicle to cadillac dealer for checkout which he said was done and returned without repair. Condition was intermittent and was therefore difficult to diagnose. After 1 year of ownership ID problem as crankshaft sensor (part no.s 012575481 and 012575482) issue which was generally known in industry. Took vehicle to cadillac dealer on 1/20/2009 (long cadillac southborough, ma. 01772) and requested specific repair which cost $427.56. Dealer insisted would not be warranted since I wasn't following dealer procedures which required dealer diagnosis at additional expense. Problem no longer persisted after replacing sensors but was extremely hazardous condition and cadillac/gm was no help in repair or diagnosis during process. *tr
- Suspension
2003 cadillac seville sls. Consumer writes in regards to rusted stabilizer bar bolts. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle made a knocking noise, when he made a left or right turn. It was discovered that one of the bolts had broke in half. *Jb
- Exterior lighting
My concern IS plastic headlight lenses. The plastic lenses deteriorate to the point that they cloud over and become yellow, drastically reducing there effectiveness in lighting the roadway at night or during inclement weather. How did the auto makers convince the nhtsa that plastic lenses were safe…
My concern IS plastic headlight lenses. The plastic lenses deteriorate to the point that they cloud over and become yellow, drastically reducing there effectiveness in lighting the roadway at night or during inclement weather. How did the auto makers convince the nhtsa that plastic lenses were safe ? When did it become the vehicle owners responsibility to have to buy expensive kits, whose effectiveness IS dubious at best, to try and keep their headlights bright enough to be safe ? The only other alternative IS to buy replacement lenses and for those without the mechanical ability, also have to pay to have them installed, only to face the same problem when the new ones become unusable. I understand that the auto makers save weight and money by not using glass but it IS my firm belief that it the auto makers responsibility to deliver a safe vehicle to the driving public and that using plastic on headlight lenses IS irresponsible and dangerous. This complaint addresses all auto manufacturers. I sincerely hope that the nhtsa IS the right agency to address this problem and that I might here back from you regarding any resolution that might be forthcoming. *tr
- Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 cadillac seville. He had to replace the intermediate steering shaft when the vehicle had 24,923 miles on it. He IS concerned that the part was defective at such low mileage. The total repair cost was $439.27 the current and the failure mileage were 24,923.
- Exterior lighting
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 cadillac seville. while driving approximately 35 mph on normal road conditions, there was a decrease in the brightness of the headlights. the contact stated that the headlight lens cover was not clear and caused the headlights to appear dim. as a result, the contact…
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 cadillac seville. while driving approximately 35 mph on normal road conditions, there was a decrease in the brightness of the headlights. the contact stated that the headlight lens cover was not clear and caused the headlights to appear dim. as a result, the contact had poor visibility while driving at night. the vehicle has not been repaired. the contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. the failure mileage was 50,000 and current mileage was 55,000. Updated 12/30/08.*lj updated 01/05/09. *Jb
- Suspension › Front
At 65 mph vehicle shakes and vibrates. new tires and four wheel alignment have been done to try to eliminate the problem, but to no avail. two separate garages have told me they can see no other problems with the suspension. *tr
- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields
Front frame member collides with ground even on shallow driveways and drainage swales. front end IS much too close to the ground. inspected several sevilles of this model and found deep gouges in front frame members. IS frame weakened? dealer and gm rep say damage IS normal and nothing can be…
Front frame member collides with ground even on shallow driveways and drainage swales. front end IS much too close to the ground. inspected several sevilles of this model and found deep gouges in front frame members. IS frame weakened? dealer and gm rep say damage IS normal and nothing can be done. has happened since first month of ownership. dealer technician says, "that's normal - they are all gouged and scraped like that." *tr
- Electronic stability control › Automatic (asc)
TL* - while driving his 2003 cadillac sls seville at 68 mph the front end began to vibrate, and the contact feared that he would lose control of the vehicle. the contact observed the service stability system light was lit, and immediately drove the vehicle to the dealer. The failure has not been…
TL* - while driving his 2003 cadillac sls seville at 68 mph the front end began to vibrate, and the contact feared that he would lose control of the vehicle. the contact observed the service stability system light was lit, and immediately drove the vehicle to the dealer. The failure has not been diagnosed at this time. the road conditions at the time of the incident were wet. the dealer diagnosed the vehicle six times for the same incident.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages · Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
Dt*: the contact stated there IS not enough room between the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal. while releasing the accelerator pedal, the contact's foot catches on the brake pedal. the dealership has been alerted.
- Structure
The display panel IS hard to see whenever the vehicle IS being driven. It IS hard to see how fast the consumer IS drivng, how much gas it has. *Ak *er
- Engine and engine cooling
While driving on the freeway an object came in contact with the cast aluminum oil pan. This resulted in the oil pan developing a crack. consumer was close to home when this occurred and the oil didn't leak out.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
The vehicle burned a quart of oil every 1500 miles. the consumer was concerned that GMC IS fraudulently misinforming the public of this problem. *ak the dealer was aware of the problem per dealer service manual. *sc
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.
- 11007208This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 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.
- 11000576This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
- 10252735This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
- 10252163XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
- 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.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 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.
- 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
- 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.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control 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.
- 10244214This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
- 10244201This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
- 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
- 10235802This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 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.
- 10234141This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 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
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