1996 Cadillac Seville vs 1998 Cadillac Seville
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 | 1998 Cadillac Seville |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 122 | 65 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 45 | 94 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 94,000 mi | 79,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Seville | Cadillac Seville |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 25 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 3 |
| Steering | 16 | 10 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 20 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 5 |
| Equipment | 11 | 2 |
| Visibility | 7 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
1996 Cadillac Seville
1998 Cadillac Seville
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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.