1997 Cadillac Catera vs 1998 Cadillac Catera
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Cadillac Catera | 1998 Cadillac Catera |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 163 | 123 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 62 | 56 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,414 mi | 60,765 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Catera | Cadillac Catera |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 75 | 56 |
| Suspension | 21 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 17 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 13 |
| Tires | 10 | 19 |
| Exterior Lighting | 16 | 6 |
| Steering | 14 | 8 |
| Visibility | 12 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 12 |
| Overheating | 6 | 7 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 6 |
1997 Cadillac Catera
1998 Cadillac Catera
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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.