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2001 Cadillac Seville recalls and problems

The 2001 Cadillac Seville has 1 safety recall and 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Cadillac dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
53
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
4 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Cadillac Seville vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Cadillac Seville recalls

Recall 00V-432: Equipment

Reported Dec 19, 2000 · 2,075 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: 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.

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.

2001 Cadillac Seville problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension10
Engine and Engine Cooling9
Structure8
Steering8
Tires6
Electrical System6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Air Bags3
Equipment3
Power Train3
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Seats1

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Front — 3
  • Structure › Body › Bumpers — 2
  • Steering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar — 2
  • Structure › Body › Trunk Lid — 2
  • Structure › Body — 2
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
  • Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist System — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 56,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Cadillac Seville complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Visibility · reported May 16, 2023
Sunroof flew off while driving. The adhesive bond between the glass and the metal frame debonded and the sunroof glass completely separated from the vehicle. Webasto Hollandia 700 series sunroof, Serial Number 0524386. A recall was already done for this defective product but Webasto will not fix this one because they claim this sunroof is a "different series" than what is covered by the recall, which is supposed to start with 06. I think this is just an excuse to get out of fixing the vehicle. The vehicle has no interior roof other than the small fabric slider that was there to protect the…
Engine · at 125,000 miles · reported Nov 7, 2014
Car starts with several turning of the key. It can take up to 2+ minutes. I have no convidence in my car anymore. It such a frustrating experience.
Electrical System · at 37,000 miles · reported Jul 1, 2014
The contact owns a 2001 cadillac seville. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, there was a sudden loss on engine power as the electronic throttle control warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed the ignition switch was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure was 37,000 and current mileage was 42,000. Updated 08-20-14 updated 09/15/2014
Electrical System · reported Nov 22, 2010
I traded my 97 lincoln town car for a 01 cadillac seville with the north star motor,upon leaving the car lot,I noticed the stereo was real static when I hit the slightest bump in the road..I then turned around and took it right back..it was the bose amp..(Found out 3 weeks later)(Dealer paid for repair,)the very next day ..I heard a clicking while turning right,,took back to the dealer ..it wouldn't do it then,,I was told to put power steering fluid in it..drove it to ky that weekend(I live in ga) noticed a humming noise in the left front wheel,,had to replace the wheel hub,,,then noticed…
Electrical System · at 145,000 miles · reported Apr 7, 2010
Fuel/ign starting problems ________________________________________ I have a 2001 cadillac seville sls that has been having intermittent starting problems. Presently the vehicle will not build-up fuel pressure in order to start to 41-47 PSI unless I remove the rear fuse/relay box ign 1 micro relay. With this relay removed, I can hear the fuel pump build-up the required PSI and then I confirm the build-up of that PSI by looking at my test fuel PSI gauge under the hood, the car then starts no problem, and runs no problem with relay not installed. Whenever I re-install this micro relay the fuel…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Cadillac Seville have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Cadillac Seville: 00V-432 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Cadillac Seville?

Owners report suspension problems most often (10 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (9). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 56,000 miles.

Are Cadillac recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cadillac dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.