2002 Cadillac Seville recalls and problems

The 2002 Cadillac Seville has 2 safety recalls and 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Cadillac dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
45
Crashes / fires
3 / 1
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2002 Cadillac Seville vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Cadillac Seville recalls

Recall 03V-238: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Jul 1, 2003 · 102,212 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: 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 malfunctions. If the sensor malfunctions, excessive vacuum can be applied during self-diagnostic testing.

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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 02V-067: Steering

Reported Mar 6, 2002 · 249 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: Certain passenger vehicles were built with missing or under-torqued steering gear attachment bolts. If a bolt is missing, the driver may notice uneven steering response or unusual noises during turns.

Risk: If the left bolt is missing and the right mounting strap fails, steering control is lost and a vehicle crash could result.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for presence and proper torque of both steering gear bolts. Owner notification began april 5, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300 or cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.

2002 Cadillac Seville problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension12
Steering7
Engine and Engine Cooling7
Electrical System7
Power Train5
Air Bags4
Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
Exterior Lighting3
Structure3
Engine3
Seat Belts2
Equipment2

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Front — 3
  • Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 3
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 2
  • Structure › Body — 2
  • Steering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar — 1
  • Visibility › Windshield — 1
  • Wheels › Rim — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 90,000 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 2002 Cadillac Seville complaints

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

Power Train · at 167,000 miles · reported Apr 22, 2021
Car snakes extremely bad around 45 to 70 MPH so bad it shakes the entire car like my wheels are loose or bent and so I bought 4 new wheels and got alignment no help did research and learned that it is due to type of torque converter in the car is a bad brand that messes up a lot and that GM hasn't acknowledged the issue which is such a shame and a sham that I hate they are doing because it is an expensive fix and I have to foot the bill plus bushing are low grade in front end and you would think be high end vehicle should be high end parts happened first on highway and has progressively gotten…
Structure · at 131,000 miles · reported Feb 2, 2021
Drive train cradle has weakened significantly from rust. While driving there is a looseness of the suspension felt and a shifting evident when accelerating and decelerating. I reside in minnesota and the d.o.t. Uses salt on the roads during the winter season and this has significantly accelerated corrosion of vehicles and their exposed components. Materials used for critical components on vehicles must withstand this factor or lives may be lost due to this corrosion, failure of the sub-frame cradle will be catastrophic loss of vehicle control . Help... The manufacturer should recall these…
Structure · at 131,150 miles · reported Sep 28, 2020
Engine cradle/frame is severely degrading structurally due to the northern states practices of salting/sanding roads during the winter months. The integrity of the sub-frame steel structure is such that normal use of the vehicle, its suspension, steering and drive train stability has been compromised. The manufactures use of substandard metals in its sub-frames is the reason for this vehicles instability issues. The vehicle has now been parked for the last 4 years for fear of a potential hazardous outcome, related to the drive-train frame instability, which may cause injury to not only the…
Seat Belts · at 100,000 miles · reported Apr 11, 2019
The contact owns a 2002 cadillac seville. While the vehicle was stopped at a drive thru window, the seat belt mechanism exploded and smoke filled the cabin. There were no injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Air Bags · reported Jun 7, 2018
While stopped behind 3 vehicles at a stoplight I florida a female who said she was unfamiliar with driving her husbands stick shift vehicle stalled out. Two vehicles in front of me pulled around her when the light changed, this left about twenty feet between my car and hers. She accidentally put the car in reverse and backed into mine at about 15 miles per hour. When I started to get out of the car she pulled forward fifteen to twenty feet before the engine of her car quit. As I watched to see what she was doing she got the car started and put it in reverse again hitting my car again. She did…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Cadillac Seville have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 Cadillac Seville: 03V-238 (fuel system, gasoline), 02V-067 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Cadillac Seville?

Owners report suspension problems most often (12 reports), followed by steering (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 90,000 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.