Most common 2000 Cadillac Seville problems
Share of the 38 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Cadillac Seville complaints by model year
Best Seville years: 2004, 2003, 2002. Years to avoid: 1996, 1997, 1999. Compare all years →
2000 Cadillac Seville recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles have internal fluid leaks in the brake hydraulic control unit.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the ABS hydraulic modulator unit and if necessary, replace the hydraulic modulator.
Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The inner tie rod nuts are loose and can result in separation of a tie rod.
Remedy: Dealers will check and adjust the vehicle toe-in and tighten the inner tie rod nuts to the specified torque.
What 2000 Cadillac Seville owners say
Engine & cooling
On 05/2014 I came to a stop sign then I move on to get across the street when my Cadillac shut down all electrical controls the engine came to a complete stop as my car lays dead in the middle of the street a vehicle going west hit my right front end so hard it twisted hood, front doors, fenders and engine parts fifteen minutes before I dropped my daughter at school she could have die in this incident due to failure of airbags they never deployed three months later I receive a recall # 14299 I call several people including [redacted] ceo, they all lie to me by telling me that there is nothing wrong with my Cadillac when they haven't done anything to the car I also own a cobalt 2007 recalled on 04/2014 I am still waiting for both cars to be fixed like the law requires as for my 2000 Cadillac Seville sits in my garage with $10,000.00 worth of repair cost general motors refuse a half of …
On two separate occasions my old 2000 GM Cadillac sts stalled while driving on the highway. This was not a mechanical problem - it was some sort of defect. Note that it was "repaired" in between the incidents, do it was not the same initial problem. I filed a complaint back then, but got no response. The mechanics at the palo alto Cadillac dealer seemed to know of the problem. At the time, they said it was a failure of some sensors on the flywheel. I don't know if this was related to the current ignition switch problem. Having a vehicle stall at 65 mile per hour is absolutely terrifying. You lose power steering and brakes. It would have certainly ended up in an accident if I didn't understand how cars work. I was able to shift into neutral and restart the car. My point is, there was a defect on this car that appeared to be known by GM, and was also ignored. …
Steering
Tl* - while pulling out into traffic from his driveway on 12-14-06 contact noticed that the steering on the vehicle felt unusual. The contact continued to drive. On 12-16-06, the contact looked under the vehicle to notice that the tie rod and the rack and pinion steering had broken. The contact currently has his vehicle at the dealership and they are telling him that there isn't a recall for his tie rod assembly. The contact states that he went on the NHTSA website and that there is a recall for the tie rod assembly (NHTSA campaign id number : 99V301000). The contact would like to know what he can do to have his vehicle covered under the recall. If any copy of the invoice is needed contact can provide a copy
When coming to a stop noise coming from brakes, caliper assembly- r&r front both. Noise in power steering, order power steering pump. A/C knob for rear vent missing and switch broke, switch, control assembly blower moter, replace A/C rear.
Suspension
Abnormal engine vibrations since day of purchase, according to dealer, they are waiting for a "software fix" for the vehicle. Major imprefections in the cars finish besides mechanical. Dash board not properly aligned, gaps between different parts of the dash board. Side beam cover is coming off beam. Center console latch won't secure cover. Door interior siding not properly aligned. Door's inside handle won't work, child safety lever is not engaged. Water inside license plate light assembly. The list goes on ...
At any rate of speed vehicle will drift to the right immediately which could cause loss of vehicle control. Consumer has taken vehicle to dealer 4 times, and dealer has aligned vehicle, but defect still occurred. Dealer claimed that this was a normal characteristic of vehicle. Consumer has opened a file with the manufacture #c01717578.
2000 Cadillac Seville engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 15 / 25 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Cadillac Seville a good car?
Based on 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 Seville rates average: 30% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Seville at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Cadillac Seville?
The engine & cooling — 9 complaints, 24% of all complaints for this model year, most often about engine › gasoline. Next are the steering (6) and suspension (5).
How many recalls does the 2000 Cadillac Seville have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2000 Cadillac Seville, the most recent from April 17, 2000 (foundation components). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Cadillac Seville?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2004, 2003 and 2002. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1996, 1997 and 1999. See the full Cadillac Seville years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 Cadillac Seville problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 50,000 miles; 46% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.