The most-reported Seville run is 1G6KS52YXTU (1996 builds) with 8 complaints, 4.2× the typical run. Engine and engine cooling problems make up 22% of reports; 1996 is the worst model year at 2.8 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 30 recall campaigns for Seville model years 1981–2003.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Cadillac Seville has 347 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 5% of every Seville complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1G6KS52YXTU•••••• | 1996 | — | — | |
| 1G6KS52Y3TU•••••• | 1996 | — | — | |
| 1G6KS52YXVU•••••• | 1997 | — | — | |
| 1G6KY5295VU•••••• | 1997 | — | — | |
| 1G6KY529XPU•••••• | 1993 | — | 1 | |
| 1G6KS52Y5TU•••••• | 1996 | 1 | — | |
| 1G6KS52Y0TU•••••• | 1996 | — | — | |
| 1G6KS52Y2TU•••••• | 1996 | — | — | |
| 1G6KS52Y1SU•••••• | 1995 | — | 1 | |
| 1G6KS52Y1TU•••••• | 1996 | — | — | |
| 1G6KS52Y9TU•••••• | 1996 | 1 | — | |
| 1G6KS52Y4TU•••••• | 1996 | 2 | — |
Each of the other 335 Seville runs has 5 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Cadillac Seville the gap between build years is 2.8×: a 1996 car draws 2.8 complaints per run, a 1987 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 6 | 5 | — | |
| 2003 | 14 | 13 | — | |
| 2002 | 36 | 23 | 2 | |
| 2001 | 44 | 22 | 4 | |
| 2000 | 30 | 19 | 2 | |
| 1999 | 49 | 22 | 1 | |
| 1998 | 52 | 28 | 3 | |
| 1997 | 77 | 33 | 3 | |
| 1996 | 103 | 37 | 7 | |
| 1995 | 65 | 32 | 3 | |
| 1994 | 47 | 22 | 4 | |
| 1993 | 35 | 21 | 1 | |
| 1992 | 22 | 16 | 6 | |
| 1991 | 17 | 13 | 4 | |
| 1990 | 13 | 11 | 2 | |
| 1989 | 4 | 4 | — | |
| 1988 | 9 | 7 | 1 | |
| 1987 | 7 | 7 | — | |
| 1986 | 10 | 7 | 1 | |
| 1985 | 5 | 4 | — |
Heaviest year here is 1996 at 2.8 complaints per run; lightest is 1987 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 22% of everything Cadillac Seville owners report: Engine And Engine Cooling, 133 of 649 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 10 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | 8 | |
| Steering | 5 | 1 | |
| Fuel System | 1 | 7 | |
| Gasoline | 1 | 7 | |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 1 | |
| Hydraulic | 9 | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 30 recall campaigns on the Cadillac Seville; the 6 below cover build years 1986 to 2003. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 06E043000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 1986–1989 |
| 04V110000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1995–1997 |
| 03V238000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly | 2002–2003 |
| 99V070000 | Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator | 1998–1999 |
| 94V158000 | Equipment:appliance:air Conditioner | 1993–1994 |
| 87V047000 | Exterior Lighting:headlights:switch | 1986–1987 |
The Seville against its rivals
The Seville draws 1.9 complaints per production run; the Jaguar Vanden Plas 1.1 and the Infiniti I35 5.1.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Seville | 649 | 347 | 6.8% | |
| Jaguar Vanden Plas | 38 | 34 | 10.5% | |
| Infiniti I35 | 178 | 35 | 6.7% |
How serious were they
Of the 649 reports on the Cadillac Seville, 6.8% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Cadillac Seville | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 649 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 44 (6.8%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 31 (4.8%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 53 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 2 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Cadillac Seville share of that is 649 complaints over 347 runs, 0.06% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Cadillac Seville VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 649 NHTSA complaints from 347 Seville runs and 30 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Seville production run has the most complaints?
1G6KS52YXTU, a 1996 build, with 8 complaints. The typical Seville run has 1.9.
Which Seville years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1996 is heaviest at 2.8 complaints per run and 1987 lightest at 1.
Does the Seville get more complaints than the Jaguar Vanden Plas?
Yes: 1.9 complaints per production run for the Seville against 1.1 for the Jaguar Vanden Plas.
How many Seville complaints involve a crash?
6.8% of 649 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 31 involved a fire.
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