Is the Cadillac Seville Reliable?
1992–2004 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sedans — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Cadillac Seville Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2003 | 0 | 7 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2002 | 1 | 41 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2001 | 0 | 25 | 2 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2000 | 1 | 35 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 1999 | 0 | 57 | 4 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 1998 | 1 | 34 | 4 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 1997 | 2 | 70 | 2 | 2 | 57 | Fair |
| 1996 | 1 | 85 | 7 | 1 | 57 | Fair |
| 1995 | 1 | 49 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Seville Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Seville scores exactly at the sedan average.
Known Cadillac Seville Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 408 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cadillac Seville reliable?+
The Cadillac Seville scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 7 recall campaigns and 408 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Seville is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2004 Seville achieved the highest reliability score of 57/100 with 0 recalls and 5 complaints.
How many miles does a Seville last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Cadillac Seville owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Seville will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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