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2001 Cadillac Seville Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 53 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Cadillac Seville, most often about the suspension (19% of complaints, typically around 12,500 miles). It is the most complained-about Seville model year since 2000 and has 1 recall.
Most common 2001 Cadillac Seville problems
Suspension
10 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 12,500 miles. Parts named most often: front.
Steering and front end vibrated when vehicle exceeds 63 MPH. Contacted dealer.they replaced 5 set of tires, and problem still occurred.
The vehicle vibrated at speeds of 55 MPH and faster. The dealership was unable to solve the problem although, they replaced several components, such as tires/rotors. The car has a brace from one side to the other. The vibration is still there and the consumer wants Cadillac to fix it.
Engine
10 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 46,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, cooling system, exhaust system.
Vehicle engine died, loss steering. Almost collided with another vehicle. Obdii error code shows p0385, crankshaft sensor b failed.. 2001 Seville Cadillac sts.
1. No warning before failure. Engine crank sensors fail without warning. 2. Engine stops, car decelerates, no ps, hard to control, near accident from lack of control or being hit from behind. 3. Cadillac northstar 2000-2001 Seville crank sensor (2 per engine) replaced repeatedly.
Steering
8 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 37,000 miles. Parts named most often: steering wheel/handle bar, hydraulic power assist system, column locking.
While making a right turn consumer noticed a loud popping noise, and then lost total steering control. Vehicle continued on, and hit a curb before stopping. Dealer and the manufacturer were notified. The cause of the steering lock up was not determined.
The power steering becomes inoperable at low speeds, causing significant risks in proper maneuvering. The safety of pedestrians is of particular concern, as one incident recently demonstrated, when I could not turn the wheel fast enough. I had to jerk the car to a stop, nearly scaring the life out of a middle aged…
Body and structure
7 complaints · 13%Parts named most often: body.
Wheels and tires
7 complaints · 13%Parts named most often: rim, pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
Electrical
6 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: ignition.
The consumer's vehicle traction control system keeps showing a defect when the light comes on. The consumer took vehicle to dealer 4 times, and they couldn't find anything. According to owner's manual it has to do with the brake system. ...the traction control light continues to come on, and dealer was unable to…
1. No warning before failure. Engine crank sensors fail without warning. 2. Engine stops, car decelerates, no ps, hard to control, near accident from lack of control or being hit from behind. 3. Cadillac northstar 2000-2001 Seville crank sensor (2 per engine) replaced repeatedly.
Brakes
4 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: foundation components, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip.
The brake line rusted within a three year time span. Upon depressing the pedal it went completely to the floor. Vehicle lost fluid. Contacted the dealer, who was not willing to do anything for the consumer.
Air bags
3 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: side/window.
The contact owns a 2001 Cadillac Seville. The contact stated that while sitting in the front driver side seat with the vehicle off and key out of the ignition, the side air bag deployed without an impact. There was a loud boom and a gray substance emitted from the air bags. The following morning, the seat belt anchor…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2001 Cadillac Seville recalls
Equipment: labels
Risk: Incorrect tire inflation pressure can damage tires, affect vehicle handling, and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners will be provided with correct labels.
Full defect summary
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 equipped with p235/55r17 tires, the tire pressure label incorrectly specifies p235/60zr16 tires.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2001 Cadillac Seville
- What are the most common problems with the 2001 Cadillac Seville?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: suspension (10 complaints, typically around 12,500 miles); engine (10 complaints, typically around 46,000 miles); steering (8 complaints, typically around 37,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2001 Cadillac Seville have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from December 19, 2000 (equipment). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2001 a bad year for the Cadillac Seville?
- It is the most complained-about Seville model year since 2000, with 53 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.