1996 Cadillac Seville vs 1996 Dodge Intrepid
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Dodge Intrepid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 122 | 505 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 45 | 81 |
| Investigations | 4 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 32 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 22 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 94,000 mi | 95,225 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Seville | Dodge Intrepid |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 16 | 152 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 25 | 83 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 20 | 80 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 32 |
| Power Train | 5 | 44 |
| Suspension | 2 | 44 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 34 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 32 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 8 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 16 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 18 |
| Overheating | 0 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 14 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
1996 Cadillac Seville
1996 Dodge Intrepid
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.