1997 Cadillac Catera service brakes, hydraulic problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 1997 Cadillac Catera — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The abs and traction control system failed on my 1997 cadillac catera in kingsport, tn during a snowstorm. This resulted in a loss of control of the vehicle and un-drivability of the car during inclement weather. Dealer attempts to correct with replacement of computer module and valve/pump have not…”
filed Jan 18, 2004
“I purchased a 1997 cadillac catera on jan 31, 2001 from united automax in memphis, tn. From the date of purchase I have had extensive problems with this car. Beginning with electrical problems with the lights. Since then I have had problems with tires wearing out prematurely, heater core replaced…”
filed May 2, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Catera years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Catera | 1 | 3% |
| 2000 Catera | 6 | 9% |
| 1999 Catera | 7 | 9% |
| 1998 Catera | 13 | 11% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Cadillac Catera
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.