We found the following complaints for CADILLAC SEVILLE (1996)
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The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville.while driving 30 mph, the vehicle drove over a slight bump in the road and the air bags suddenly deployed.the contact noticed smoke coming out of the air bags.the vehicle became engulfed with smoke and was very hot.in addition, the contact smelled something burning.the vehicle was driven back to his residence and the auto club came out to cut the air bags.the dealer denied that there was a recall for the vehicle.there is a recall for this vehicle, but only for the 1995 seville (nhtsa campaign id number 98v115000 (air bags)).another dealer was notified and they also denied that there was a recall for this type of vehicle.the contact sustained a sprained thumb and bruises on both hands.the passenger side air bag did not deploy.there was only smoke inhalation from the air bags.the vehicle is currently at the contact's residence.the vehicle has not been repaired, although it was inspected and appears to have a defect.the failure and current mileages were 125,000.
No deployment of air bag in accident.
Smoke came out of the steering column when i took off from a stop light.it was not a great deal of smoke but enough for me to question the problem.i took it to the mechanic and he checked all the wiring in the column and did not find any burned wires.when he removed the air bag package he found what appeared to be burn marks on air bag assembly.he recommended that i take it to dealer at this time.
Dt:the contact stated while driving down the street the dashboardexploded, andthe air bags deployed without warning. The contactpulled over to the side of the road.then , had the vehicle towed to a dealership where it iscurrently. Repairs will bedone at the contact's expense.
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville. The contact stated the vehicle would intermittently stall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The dealer stated the crank shaft sensors, sparks plugs and idle air control valve needed to be replacedthe vehicle was not repaired. . the contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic. The mechanic replaced the crank shaft position sensors,wiring, sparks plugs and idle air control valve. However the failure persisted. The contact stated nhtsa campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system) is the same failure he experienced. However, the recall did not include the contact's year make or model. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 07-23-14updated 7/31/14
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville. While driving 30 mph, the front driver and passenger side air bags suddenly deployed without impact or warning. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the technician noticed water leaking from the air conditioning unit into the air bag computer system, which caused the air bags to fail. As a result, the contact was informed that the air bags and other unknown parts related to the computer system and air conditioning unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 183,000.
Air bags and abs failed to function during crash.
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville. While approaching a stop, the front driver and passenger air bags deployed independently and without impact. The contact sustained abrasions to the right arm, which required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a body shop. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 156,000.
Airbags didnt deploy during frontal crash.
Car was involved in a frontal collision and the airbags did not deploy, causing injury. Have contacted cadillac, and finally through esis they have informed me the airbag system worked perfectly before, during and after the accident. I disagree.
Electrical system not well grounded, causing problems with dash read out of computer.
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville sls. The contact was traveling 30 mph when an error message appeared indicating that the vehicle would not start. The vehicle then stalled. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic. The mechanic stated that a grounded fuse caused a failure to the wiring harness in the instrument panel. The manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were unknown.
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the entire instrument panel went black with the exception of the radio component. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 95v224000 (equipment:electrical). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville. The contact stated the vehicle would intermittently stall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The dealer stated the crank shaft sensors, sparks plugs and idle air control valve needed to be replacedthe vehicle was not repaired. . the contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic. The mechanic replaced the crank shaft position sensors,wiring, sparks plugs and idle air control valve. However the failure persisted. The contact stated nhtsa campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system) is the same failure he experienced. However, the recall did not include the contact's year make or model. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 07-23-14updated 7/31/14
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville. The contact stated that there was a fuel leak. Also, when the vehicle was started, the pass key lock warning indicator flashed. The key would not turn over to start the vehicle on several occasions. The vehicle was unable to be driven each time the failure occurred. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 95v224000 (equipment) and 04v110000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and recommended that the vehicle be taken to a dealer for further diagnostic testing. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 117,000.
Instrument panel short circuits causing the instrument panel to go blank causing loss of gauge function and all tell tale indications except for service engine soon. The loss of tell tales for seat belts, turn signals, high beam hazard, oil pressure coolant temperature. Checked with cadillac they stated my vin number did not fit the critera of the current recall for 96 cadillac seville which has the exact same problem i am describing. *ph
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville. While driving 30 mph, the front driver and passenger side air bags suddenly deployed without impact or warning. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the technician noticed water leaking from the air conditioning unit into the air bag computer system, which caused the air bags to fail. As a result, the contact was informed that the air bags and other unknown parts related to the computer system and air conditioning unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 183,000.
Battery failed.
While entering garage steering froze, driver was not able to complete turn, vehicle lost control, hit another cadillac and garage door, causing extensive damage. Also battery failed several times while driving.
Horn inoperative.
Horn is almost impossible to push in to make any sound. Contacted dealer. Consumer sates horn is to soft to hear even if activated.
While driving in traffic, the engine shuts down (stops running) and of course all power assisted equipment such as power steering, etc. Also does not operate when the engine stops running.the vehicle was taken to a cadillac dealership to correct this safety problem on the following dates & with the following mileage:03-20-98, capital cadillac, atlanta, miles 15,105; 05-10-99, capital cadillac, atlanta, miles 26,512; 03-31-2000, claude nolan, jacksonville, miles 36,269; 06-01-2000, claude nolan, jacksonville, miles 38,713; 10-17-200, claude nolan, jacksonville, miles 44,429; 11-08-2000, claude nolan, jacksonville, miles 46000.the vehicle has been at delerships for the same safety defect 6 times including the last 10 days.i have contacted cadillac customer care on numerous occassions.they have a file, case # co2178311 and there is a cadillac technical assistance case # 4336165.the dealership and cadillac both confirm there is a problem, but do not know how to correct it.it is extremely dangerous in terms of possible property damage, and more important possible bodily injury or death due to this problem.
Consumer stated he had startingproblems.when starting vehicle the indicator toldhim that the ignitionsystemfailed, and vehicle would not start.in addition,consumer had to wait 3 minutes before he could start vehicle.consumerstated that the recall was for the internal short circuit condition cluster.he called the manufacturer, and was told that his vehicle was not on recall although itwashaving the same problem.
Dt: 1996 cadillac seville.the consumer stated the ignition cut out while driving.this caused the vehicle to lose power steering.the vehicle then slowed down, and he turned off the ignition, and then turned it on again.this happened approximately once every couple of months.the vehiclewas not taken to the dealership, nor had any other mechanic inspected the vehicle. .the consumer stated thishappened since purchasing the vehicle.
Electronic computer failed, causing various electrical problems.
Main computer failed 2 times.
On several occasionsconsumer smelled smoke and a burning odor coming from the steering column while driving 50 mph. Vehicle was taken to two separate dealers. Both dealers informed consumer that the problem was not covered under a recall.
Consumer was traveling about 70mph onhighway andrpms went all the way to zero.he pulled over and had to be towed. Dealership was aware of the problem .meter assembly/sender assemble and harness.there was a design flaw. Also, wires were melted together, causing a shortage.
Turn signal fuse shorted.
Vehicle has been brought back to the dealer on at least 8 occasions for loss of digital display and all ligths. On at lease three occasions vehicle has just stopped operating.after the last time that the vehicle stopped in the middle of the road and i just bearly avoided a major accident i took the vehicle off the road.i cannot sell this vehicle or trade it in as i would fear someone else being injured or even worse killed in this vehicle.
While drivingwill suddenly lose power,and it will start back, andoccasionally when startingvehicle it will not start.whenfinally it starts dashboard settingisset on zero. Contacted dealer, they sad it was caused by the intrument panel cluster malfunctioning.
Dt: the consumer's vehicle had problems with it's instrument cluster.the consumer searched the internet for a instrument cluster recall.he found a recall but was told by the dealer and manufacture that his vehicle was not included in the recall.the speedometer would will go from 10mph to 140 mph and the tachometer would go from normalto 0.sometimes the vehicle would not start. Refr# cadillac 1-333-062133, campaign # from recall95v224000.occasionally all engine power is abruptly lost without warning at low speeds of 10-30 mph resulting in loss of control with power steering function lost.on 2 occasions the car steered itself into an opposing traffic lane.no collision occurred because the opposing traffic lane was free of traffic. Steering control without power steering was impossible after engine failure.
While backing out of the driveway, smoke came from the dashboard.the consumer exited the vehicle, and it started to burn.prior to the fire, there was a smell of gas. *sc
Consumer's vehicle experienced the same problems as mentioned in recall 95v224000 concerning instrument panel.dealership will not repair free of charge because the vin was not included.
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville. The contact stated the vehicle would intermittently stall. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The dealer stated the crank shaft sensors, sparks plugs and idle air control valve needed to be replacedthe vehicle was not repaired. . the contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic. The mechanic replaced the crank shaft position sensors,wiring, sparks plugs and idle air control valve. However the failure persisted. The contact stated nhtsa campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system) is the same failure he experienced. However, the recall did not include the contact's year make or model. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 07-23-14updated 7/31/14
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville sts. The contact was driving approximately 25 mph and smelled a strong burning odor of fumes inside of the vehicle. The engine began to overheat, causing the temperature gauge to increase rapidly to hot. The contact maneuvered to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle and noticed a substantial amount of coolant leakage underneath the dashboard and the front passenger floor area. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.
When driving at any speed consumer heard knocking sound coming from the engine. Dealerexamined the vehicle, but would only change theoil.the noise is still being heard while the vehicle is on.
Northstar engine problem - the head bolts pulled loose causing engine coolant to leak into the exhaust. Had inserts put in by local mechanic who had previously done two such repairs (cadillac advised that it only had a 60% chance of fixing the problem if they did the work and the cost would be $3,000 - $4,000). Car had about 70,000 miles on it at time of failure. Car ran well until october 2008 when coolant loss started again. Have tried various sealant but it is likely the head bolts again. An aluminum block with aluminum heads and high compression appears to be combine with a weak design of the head bolts. From what i hear all northstar's of this era will have this problem at some point and the problem was not fixed until 2001 or so. It is said that a jeg's motor has addressed this problem but at a cost of what, $3,000 plus installation? i like the car but it is hard to work on and has its share of issues.
My 1996 cadillac sedan deville caught on fire on 3-20-10 after i started the engine.i had it towed to a local dealership which informed me that there was an open recall on the engine fuel rail which i was not aware of.i contacted general motors and informed them of the damages to my car and they told me that the statue of limitation had expired on my car. My problem is how could they have forseen that this was going to happen unless they knew that there was a problem. I was informed that the statue of limitation expired on 2-13-02 and the recall was issued until 4-16-04 which does not make sense unless they knew there was a problem and just didnt do anything about it. My question is did i have to get burnt or lose my life in that car for general motors to take responsibilty for what happened to my car. Now i have no transportation and general motors wont take responsibility for what happened. An employee from geralds tires had to run and get a fire extingusher to put the fire out before any ofthere customers or employees got hurt when the fire ignited. Who is going to hold these manufactures liable for there negligence.if i had received a recall notice i would have had the fuel line replaced because thats something very serious and dangerous and i drive my kids and grandkids in that car because thats my only vehicle and i feel that general motors should stand up and take resposibility for there negligence it is something that they manufactured and also dana the maker of the fuel line.
Gm has a known problem with the cadallic northstar 4.6l head gaskets. They broke down between 70,000 and 140,000 miles gm will not assist in the repair of the head gaskets. Our cadillac is a 1996 with 72,000 miles and has had the leaking since 40,000 miles.the dealer was and is willing to repair for approx. $3500.00. We have never been told about the lawsuit that was files and the dealer has known about the dex coolant problem. The dealer will not guarantee the head gasket they said was needed . I did not know that there were service bullittins on putting inserts in the block for the head bolts. I think over 50% of these engines have had the gasket replaced.this was a problem, but i know that they like the money that it brings in to them.
Engine check light has been coming on occasionally since 1998. Taken to dealer numerous times, could not find a cause.on 19 dec 2001, engine service light came on, then the light stopped engine. Consumer had vehicle towed to dealer, who determined engine coolant had leaked intoengine. Engine had to be replaced.
While driving check engine lightappeared on the dashboard and remained on.consumernoticed that the temperature gaugeregistered hot, and overheated.could not drive the vehicle.consumer contacteddealer for an appointment for inspection and repairs.
Consumer noticed small puddles of coolant under the engine area of vehicle.consumer had the water pump replaced.*jg
1. Engine over heat, the car has over 120 ticket repair, the water pump was replaced 3 times, engine was replaced two time, program control module replaced 3 time, esc module replaced 3 times, rediator was flushed, hoses replaced at my cost., after replacing the fisrt engine, car heat up to 248f that broke time serts, cooling was coming as steam will driving from the engine made hard to see. Now enen after replacing the second engine still the engine will heat up quickly if driving at low spead or short idle or climimng a short hile. Dealer don't know how to handle the problem, car this year only was at the dealer over 60 bussines day alone,as for the engine oil consumtion, prior to replacing the engine, the engile will consum 1 qtr per 1000 mile, the car will give an indication of adding oil after 2000 miles before i get the chance to change oil. Currently have a new engine, don't know if the problem resolved yet. There was no leak of oil
Engine warning light would come on during normal operation ofvehicle while traveling at any speed. Dealership examinedvehicle and could not determine a cause for the problem.then with approximately 61,000 miles onvehicle , engine warning light illuminated again, and the vehicle was towed todealership. Mechanic diagnosed that an engine coolant bypass hose leaked, and caused severe damage to the engine, which has to be replaced at consumer's expense.please provide any additional information / documentation.
I had a oil cinsumption problem the car had been using 3 qts of oil every 1800 miles. We found out from a tech that work there at the dealership that there had been a notice sent out to all tech that there was a problem with this and had been for sometime with the northstar engine. And that there still is. The problem is with carbon built up in the rings they added a cleaner to take the carbon off. This is all at the cost of the customer . Which was $524.24 and has not taken care of the problem. I called cadillac they told me i was not to get this information it was for teck use only.
Gm has a known problem with the cadallic northstar 4.6l head gaskets. They brokedown between 70,000 and 140,000 miles gm will not assist in the repair ofthe head gaskets. At the dealer by my house there were 3 of these vehiclesin the shop in the last week they claimed that they did2 a month. This was only one dealer yes this could be on a car thatwas a 1994 or up that i know off.this was a $3500-$6500 repair they will not guarantee the repalacment of just the head gasket they saidwas needed . I know that therewereservice bullittins on putting inserts in the block for the head bolts. I think over 50% of these engines have had the gasket replaced or a new engine put in from the little bit of research i have had a chance to do,and the dealerhave called a few . Thiswasa problem,but i know that they like the money that it brings in to them. I think some one needs to investage this,and i don't know where to go.i hope you can help with all the talk of people buying overseas cars i do not want to buy one myself but with the input from gm on this they are forcing people to do this.
The vehicle stalled out intermittently when coming to a stop.ph
Engine service light came on ,and we took vehicle to dealer. We were told we may need a new engine.with only 62,00 miles on an engine that is not needing serviced until 100,000 miles we are seeking outher consumers that may have had problems with this engine.north star.
While drivingvehicle stalls unexpectedly which may cause a crash.been to dlr 3 times,dealer cannot determine thecause.please provide further information.
Car was purchased (leased) on 2/22/00.car kept stalling while driving or wouldn't start at all.had it towed to dealer on 2/29/00. They couldn't duplicate the problem on 6/8/00. They replaced the fuel pump and i had car towed to dealer. Dash board panel would read battery, no charge when it would rain had belt replaced.had several stiff spots when turning steering wheel on 11/1/01.rack and pinion and water pump had to be replaced with only 45654 miles.on 1/30/01 dealer performed "protect injector service" at 49481 miles.2/20/02 returned car to dealer, gas pedal was sticking. They cleaned deposit is from throttle blades at 49533 miles.car began stalling again.10/29/01 egr valve replaced with 60324 miles.12/12/01 spark plugs had to be replaced due to poor performance with 60324 miles.we have replaced the tires, front and back brakes.the air conditioning went out may, 2002.had it repaired on 7/9/02 replaced r&r compressor assembly, expansion tube assembly, a/c recharge, freon, dye kit, a/c oil and orifice tube with an odometer reading of 69860!!ridiculous isn't it??not done yet7/11/02 - a/c is out again.this time had to replace the a/c sensor, a/c switch, acm module, r&r switch compressor cut-off, r&r sensor sunload (atc), r&r module climate control.today, it still doesn't work.i'm tired of pumping $$ into something that is a lease.we contacted cadillac on helping us get out of this lease and into a different gm lease, they wouldn't help.this car has been nothing but trouble since day 3.when parking the car and trying to remove keys is another problem.we have to hit the top of the shifter to get the keys to release.the shifter sticks and won't release the keys.currently, the problem we have is the banging under the car, which we found are the struts.they don't even make after market ones yet!let us know if any of these things are "recalled".caddy crap!!thank you.dt
I paid for a new engine i believe rhat mataga of stockton rebuild my old engine. My old engine had sugar in the oil . Had the same tapping noise . Would like for them to prove it. I was told the 2000 engine have the same problem. I want it fix or replace.
He car uses a large amount of oil.
While driving 30mph on flat surface vehicle will shutoff. . dealer notified.
The vehicle began running rough and missing.the spark plugs and cables were replaced.*jg
Cadillac knows this is a problem. Please stop them from stiffing the owners of any year northstar engine with the bill of $1800 to fix the problem. I had a 76 grand prix 400 v8 engine with 245000miles on it that didnt leak oil like this engine. If i knew cadillac had a design defect with northstar engines i would not have bought the car.
I had a oil cinsumption problem the car had been using 3 qts of oil every 1800 miles. We found out from a tech that work there at the dealership that there had been a notice sent out to all tech that there was a problem with this and had been for sometime with the northstar engine. And that there still is. The problem is with carbon built up in the rings they added a cleaner to take the carbon off. This is all at the cost of the customer . Which was $524.24 and has not taken care of the problem. I called cadillac they told me i was not to get this information it was for teck use only.
Engine surges continually.
Intermittent stalling.
1. Engine over heat, the car has over 120 ticket repair, the water pump was replaced 3 times, engine was replaced two time, program control module replaced 3 time, esc module replaced 3 times, rediator was flushed, hoses replaced at my cost., after replacing the fisrt engine, car heat up to 248f that broke time serts, cooling was coming as steam will driving from the engine made hard to see. Now enen after replacing the second engine still the engine will heat up quickly if driving at low spead or short idle or climimng a short hile. Dealer don't know how to handle the problem, car this year only was at the dealer over 60 bussines day alone,as for the engine oil consumtion, prior to replacing the engine, the engile will consum 1 qtr per 1000 mile, the car will give an indication of adding oil after 2000 miles before i get the chance to change oil. Currently have a new engine, don't know if the problem resolved yet. There was no leak of oil
I am very concernedabout the oil consumption that is being used in my car. I have been told by cadillac that it is normal for this engine to use 2-3 quarts of oil for every 3000 miles, with the many differents cars that we have owned i have never hadthis problem before.the warranty for the car expires at 70000 miles.what other action can i take.
2nd time to experience loss of engine power while decelerating.last time it occurred around 5/7/99 at 38,000 miles, automobile dealer had noticed on exact problem and mileage when serviced 5/21/99.the engine loses power and no acceleration experienced when step on gas.auto slows down and must coast to stop, hard to steer, etc.when turned off engine, and restarted automobile the problem went away both in may and again in june.
While driving the vehicle stalls unexpectedly with loss of steering control.may cause or be cause of accident.have been to dlr 2x in past but unable to duplicate and find cause of problem.
Dt*:the contact stated the instrument panel gauges intermittently illuminate.there is a nhtsa recall, # 95v224000, regarding the equipment.the vehicle was seen by a dealer, but no repairs were made.the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin.
A/c has lack of coolant under high ambient temperatures.consumer warranty has expired & there was 50,1000 miles onvehicle.*ml
The hvac only emits heat.the relay was replaced. Air conditioning failed again and once again had to be replaced.the air conditioner compressor and filter had to be replaced and the blower motor failed and was replaced.*jg
Car was purchased (leased) on 2/22/00.car kept stalling while driving or wouldn't start at all.had it towed to dealer on 2/29/00. They couldn't duplicate the problem on 6/8/00. They replaced the fuel pump and i had car towed to dealer. Dash board panel would read battery, no charge when it would rain had belt replaced.had several stiff spots when turning steering wheel on 11/1/01.rack and pinion and water pump had to be replaced with only 45654 miles.on 1/30/01 dealer performed "protect injector service" at 49481 miles.2/20/02 returned car to dealer, gas pedal was sticking. They cleaned deposit is from throttle blades at 49533 miles.car began stalling again.10/29/01 egr valve replaced with 60324 miles.12/12/01 spark plugs had to be replaced due to poor performance with 60324 miles.we have replaced the tires, front and back brakes.the air conditioning went out may, 2002.had it repaired on 7/9/02 replaced r&r compressor assembly, expansion tube assembly, a/c recharge, freon, dye kit, a/c oil and orifice tube with an odometer reading of 69860!!ridiculous isn't it??not done yet7/11/02 - a/c is out again.this time had to replace the a/c sensor, a/c switch, acm module, r&r switch compressor cut-off, r&r sensor sunload (atc), r&r module climate control.today, it still doesn't work.i'm tired of pumping $$ into something that is a lease.we contacted cadillac on helping us get out of this lease and into a different gm lease, they wouldn't help.this car has been nothing but trouble since day 3.when parking the car and trying to remove keys is another problem.we have to hit the top of the shifter to get the keys to release.the shifter sticks and won't release the keys.currently, the problem we have is the banging under the car, which we found are the struts.they don't even make after market ones yet!let us know if any of these things are "recalled".caddy crap!!thank you.dt
Air conditioner failed. Aw
#95-v-224-000 the headlights went out, which caused consumer to pull over until they reset themselves, consumer stated there was a recall regarding the issue.
'service engine' light comes on.
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac sevillests. While driving 35 mph the lights on the instrument control panel failed. His vehicle identification number was excluded from recall campaign id number: 95v224000 (equipment:electrical).he was in the process of having the vehicle repaired at his expense. However, the failure occurred twice in the past. The failure mileage was 80000. The current mileage was 94000.
Problems started with a buzzing sound emitting from the radio/speakers; then smoke started to come from the steering wheel; vehicle would not start on many occasions resulting in my having to be towed; electric window and mirrors stopped working; driver's seat lays back to furthest point (almost resting against back seat) and will not respond to controls until fully reclined--this continues to occur not only while the vehicle is parked but also while being driven; horn would go off when car was started and could not be shut off; both "service engine" & "service transmission" lights would come on continuously, even after service was done; traction control would engage for no apparent reason and would remain engaged until engine was shut off; while driving the steering became extremely tight and difficult to turn; steering made loud grinding noises when turning; interior lights and high beams stopped working; engine would die while being driven and would not take a "jump" charge resulting in having to be towed;
Cassette player inoperative.
Clock failed.
Headlightsfail while driving at night, causing poor visibility.dealer cannot duplicate defect.a module has been replaced, and so far the problem has not reoccurred.*ml
Tail light failed.
The left rear tail light gets fogged up due to moisture and water getting inside of the lens. Dealer says cadillac wont let them change it. The only short term solution is to blow dry the light.
Turn signals failed.
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville.the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 04v110000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) for a fuel leak but the failure recurred.the vehicle was leaking gasoline onto the ground from the engine compartment, which the contact was concerned could possibly cause a fire.the dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure, but denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle.the vehicle was not repaired.the approximate failure and current mileage was 150,000. The vin was unavailable.
My 1996 cadillac sedan deville caught on fire on 3-20-10 after i started the engine.i had it towed to a local dealership which informed me that there was an open recall on the engine fuel rail which i was not aware of.i contacted general motors and informed them of the damages to my car and they told me that the statue of limitation had expired on my car. My problem is how could they have forseen that this was going to happen unless they knew that there was a problem. I was informed that the statue of limitation expired on 2-13-02 and the recall was issued until 4-16-04 which does not make sense unless they knew there was a problem and just didnt do anything about it. My question is did i have to get burnt or lose my life in that car for general motors to take responsibilty for what happened to my car. Now i have no transportation and general motors wont take responsibility for what happened. An employee from geralds tires had to run and get a fire extingusher to put the fire out before any ofthere customers or employees got hurt when the fire ignited. Who is going to hold these manufactures liable for there negligence.if i had received a recall notice i would have had the fuel line replaced because thats something very serious and dangerous and i drive my kids and grandkids in that car because thats my only vehicle and i feel that general motors should stand up and take resposibility for there negligence it is something that they manufactured and also dana the maker of the fuel line.
While driving. The consumer smelled gas fumes.the consumer then noticed a little smoke, she thenpulled into a parking lot away from others, lifted the hood and flames ignited.she said the flames wasso hot and high that it burned the paint on the hood and the installation that was under the hood.she said she did not sustained any injuries.the fire dept was called and they put the fire out.
Car was purchased (leased) on 2/22/00.car kept stalling while driving or wouldn't start at all.had it towed to dealer on 2/29/00. They couldn't duplicate the problem on 6/8/00. They replaced the fuel pump and i had car towed to dealer. Dash board panel would read battery, no charge when it would rain had belt replaced.had several stiff spots when turning steering wheel on 11/1/01.rack and pinion and water pump had to be replaced with only 45654 miles.on 1/30/01 dealer performed "protect injector service" at 49481 miles.2/20/02 returned car to dealer, gas pedal was sticking. They cleaned deposit is from throttle blades at 49533 miles.car began stalling again.10/29/01 egr valve replaced with 60324 miles.12/12/01 spark plugs had to be replaced due to poor performance with 60324 miles.we have replaced the tires, front and back brakes.the air conditioning went out may, 2002.had it repaired on 7/9/02 replaced r&r compressor assembly, expansion tube assembly, a/c recharge, freon, dye kit, a/c oil and orifice tube with an odometer reading of 69860!!ridiculous isn't it??not done yet7/11/02 - a/c is out again.this time had to replace the a/c sensor, a/c switch, acm module, r&r switch compressor cut-off, r&r sensor sunload (atc), r&r module climate control.today, it still doesn't work.i'm tired of pumping $$ into something that is a lease.we contacted cadillac on helping us get out of this lease and into a different gm lease, they wouldn't help.this car has been nothing but trouble since day 3.when parking the car and trying to remove keys is another problem.we have to hit the top of the shifter to get the keys to release.the shifter sticks and won't release the keys.currently, the problem we have is the banging under the car, which we found are the struts.they don't even make after market ones yet!let us know if any of these things are "recalled".caddy crap!!thank you.dt
While driving 75 mph the vehicle stalled. Recall campaign: 04v110000.the consumer stated that the service prior to the recall notice had nothing to do with maintenance of the vehicle.the consumer stated that as soon as the recall repair was completed the vehicle ran perfectly.reimbursement requested by the consumer.*tc
I would also like to bring to your attention the fact that the fuel filter is located on the right side of the frame just inches from the front bumper. I strongly feel that this needs imediate attention. Also, my seatback broke immediataly after impact which rendered my shoulder harness useless.
'recall campaign'cadillac seville 1996 for fuel rail and return line.when the consumer completed his 60 mile trip, she noticed she had lost about 8 gallons of gas in that one trip.when the consumer exited the vehicle, there was a smell of gas.the consumer contacted the dealer and was informed of a recall, however after the dealer inspected the vehicle the consumer was told that the particular gas line she was having problems with was not apart of the recall.gas was spraying toward the catalytic converter.recall#04v110000. *sc
The consumer reported an on-going problem with fuel leaking from the fuel rail injector assembly. The vehicle has been repaired on five separate occasions by the dealer please provide any further information.
Nhtsa recall campaign number:04v110000fuel rail leakcadillac refuses to replace the leaking fuel rail.they inspected the car on 9/13/2004, and at that time there was no evidence of a leak.now, there is a leak, and they refuse to replace the fuel rail with the new stainless steel fuel rail.they have stated they have no obligation to reinspect the vehicle. I read lin foster (from cadillac at 800-333-4223) the nhtsa bulletin "the recalled cadillacs will receive the new stainless steel fuel rails," and he continued to state that cadillac had no responsibility to inspect the vehicle twice.the dealership will no repair the vehicle unless there is an open "service campaign" and cadillac refuses to open a service campaign stating the vehicle has been looked at once, and that is all that they have a duty to do.the recall has not been performed and the fuel rail is leaking.
While driving the consumer noticed a strong fuel odor.recall# 04v110000. *sc
The vehicle was taken in for a fuel rail recall and now the vehicle is stalling.nhtsa recall fuel rail:04v110000.
The engine became very difficult to start when engine was warm.the fuel pressure regulator was replaced.*jg
Consumer was traveling about 70mph onhighway andrpms went all the way to zero.he pulled over and had to be towed. Dealership was aware of the problem .meter assembly/sender assemble and harness.there was a design flaw. Also, wires were melted together, causing a shortage.
1996 cadillac seville. Strong smell of fuel coming from under the hood. Removed the engine cover to see fuel spraying out of a pin hole in the fuel rail. It was wetting wires contained in a harness. I am unable to drive the car and will be bringing it to the dealer.
I own a 1996 cadillac seville. Nhtsa recall campaign number:04v110000 nhtsa action number:ea04003 my gm service request number:71-584885453 issue: my cadillac's fuel rail has a leak (in fact 3).i found the recall on-line, and called cadillac.they stated they inspected the vehicle on 9/13/2004 and at that time, there was no leak.they did not replace the fuel rail with the stainless steel rail.they told me yesterday (lin foster at gm corporate 800-333-4223) that their duty was to inspect the vehicle.and as they had inspected it in 2004 and there were no issues then, they had no duty now. I took the cadillac to my cadillac dealership this morning (bob allen cadillac in danville, ky).they confirmed that there was no stainless steel fuel rail on the car.i called gm cadillac again (800) 458-8006.spoke with jill this time.she stated she could not pull up the nhtsa information to read it herself... So i read it to her.she had my vin, and to me, the recall information is quite clear.the 8th digit of my vin is "y", and as i read the recall information, gm is supposed to install the stainless steel fuel rail. Gm/cadillac state they have no duty what-so-ever.that their obligation was performed in full with their 9/13/2004 inspection (in which they also confirm they did not replace the fuel line).they will not assist in any way.they dealer is readily willing to do the repair, if i pay for it. Help please!! stephen mark hillis
While driving the smell of gasoline in the cabin of the vehicle became overwhelming.driver pulled over and noticed gas streaming from the fuel rail.fuel rail was replaced with updated version by mechanic.
While driving the vehicle the consumer began to smell gas.the consumerpulled over popped the hood and noticed gas cascading from the engine.the vehicle was taken to a mechanic who indicated that the fuel rail split.please provide any further details.*nlm
Nhtsa recall campaign number:04v110000fuel rail leakcadillac refuses to replace the leaking fuel rail.they inspected the car on 9/13/2004, and at that time there was no evidence of a leak.now, there is a leak, and they refuse to replace the fuel rail with the new stainless steel fuel rail.they have stated they have no obligation to reinspect the vehicle. I read lin foster (from cadillac at 800-333-4223) the nhtsa bulletin "the recalled cadillacs will receive the new stainless steel fuel rails," and he continued to state that cadillac had no responsibility to inspect the vehicle twice.the dealership will no repair the vehicle unless there is an open "service campaign" and cadillac refuses to open a service campaign stating the vehicle has been looked at once, and that is all that they have a duty to do.the recall has not been performed and the fuel rail is leaking.
Consumer receivedrecall notice 04v110000 concerningfuel rail tubing.afterrecall repairswere donewhendriver start up the vehicle it hesitated while driving at anytime. Mechanicdetermined that the fuel pressure regulator needed to be replaced, but this part was not included with thisrecall notice.gm had to redesign the fuel pressure regulator, which is an interact part of the fuel rail but expects the consumer to pay for it. Consumer feel this is unfair.
Fuel leak caused passenger compartment to fill with gasoline smell.opening the hood and removing the plastic cover over the engine found a fuel rail tube squirting gas continuously on the intake manifold when the engine was operating. The engine was immediately shut off to prevent a fire.
I just recently noticed a fuel odor from car. When filling up with gas i noticed a small amount of fuel on the filler tube. Upon inspection the tube is rusted and needs replacement for about $400.00.i am surprised that the filler tube would rust through. Is there a possible defect in the design or thickness of the filler tube?
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville. The contact stated that there was a fuel leak. Also, when the vehicle was started, the pass key lock warning indicator flashed. The key would not turn over to start the vehicle on several occasions. The vehicle was unable to be driven each time the failure occurred. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 95v224000 (equipment) and 04v110000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and recommended that the vehicle be taken to a dealer for further diagnostic testing. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 117,000.
Interior fuse light failed.
The parking brake release mechanism failed. The release diaphram was replaced.*jg
When driving at any speed consumer can't tell how fast the vehicle is travling due to the speedometer/odometerbreaking.
The transmission failed prior to my taking possession, though i did not find out until after taking possession.i believe the dealer knew of the failure prior to selling the vehicle.failure was an internal sensor for sure and other parts suspected.
Before going on this tripwarning light came on traction control.driving on a wet highwayduring rain all of suddenvehicle started drifting to the right. Didn't apply the brakes, but tried to turn wheel to left, and it had no effect.dealer couldn't find anything wrong,and stated that the traction control comes on whencar gets heated up.
Input speed sensor failure cause engine racing, rough shifting and "service transmission" light to illuminate on the drivers info center.*et
Shift solenoid failed.
I would also like to bring to your attention the fact that the fuel filter is located on the right side of the frame just inches from the front bumper. I strongly feel that this needs imediate attention. Also, my seatback broke immediataly after impact which rendered my shoulder harness useless.
Power lumbar support failed.
I would also like to bring to your attention the fact that the fuel filter is located on the right side of the frame just inches from the front bumper. I strongly feel that this needs imediate attention. Also, my seatback broke immediataly after impact which rendered my shoulder harness useless.
Electrical shock and burns received from driver's side seat heater.dealer notified, and repairs were being made at no cost toconsumer. Please feel free to provide any further details.
While driving at 35 mph another vehicle stopped in front of consumer's vehicle, causing the consumer to apply the brakes, and the consumer rear end another vehicle. Also,the frame cracked and the bumper on the consumer's vehicle was under the other vehicle.
While entering garage steering froze, driver was not able to complete turn, vehicle lost control, hit another cadillac and garage door, causing extensive damage. Also battery failed several times while driving.
The steering mechanism vibrates when the vehicle is turned at low speeds due to worn steering gear.the first failure, the power steering gear and pump was replaced.the second, consumer is being told it needs replacing again.*jg
Steering failure, when driving at any speed continues to pull to the left, causing oversteering, in for repairs 9 times, will provide repair bill.
Pulling into garage could not turn steering wheel.did not straighten up to enter into garage. Lost control of vehicle. Hit another vehicle & a garage. Took to dealer. Happened 3 times already.
When driving in wet weather conditions, and upon making a left hand turn, the steering wheel locked up. Consumer has contacted the dealer.
Intermittently when making a turn the steering wheel will turn about 5 degrees and lock up .the dealer is not able to duplicate the problem.ak
Driving vehicle about 45mph when the steering wheel suddenly locked up; very hard to steer; wife helped steer to side of rd.; called cadillac helpline & told 96 chasiss put on 95 body frame & caused water to be thrown on belts from tires,that's reason for steering problem.
Consumer was making a right turn when the steering locked up in the middle of the road. This was a rainny day, dealer says the power steering belts slips in the rain, and replaced . 22328 miles at this time.
Power steering failed.
Steering failed twice in rainy weather.
When driving in rain or through a puddle, there was a temporary loss of power steering and the vehicle was extremely hard to handle.
While driving the vehicle stalls unexpectedly with loss of steering control.may cause or be cause of accident.have been to dlr 2x in past but unable to duplicate and find cause of problem.
Power steering loss during heavy rain
The consumer has been experiencing problems with accelerator.accelerator stuck while driving.thier rpm stayed around 2000.in addition,power steering failed.the manufacturer has been contacted.
The steering mechanism vibrates when the vehicle is turned at low speeds due to worn steering gear.the first failure, the power steering gear and pump was replaced.the second, consumer is being told it needs replacing again.*jg
While driving in rainy weather conditions steering locks up. Dealer claims that power steering belts slip in the rain
Power steering belt came off, causing power steering failure.
Dt:the contact stated while driving down the street the dashboardexploded, andthe air bags deployed without warning. The contactpulled over to the side of the road.then , had the vehicle towed to a dealership where it iscurrently. Repairs will bedone at the contact's expense.
Front bumper failed.
Outside door handles defective.
The contact owns a 1996 cadillac seville.after being parked for more than a week, the vehicle's driver side door control box caught fire.the fire damaged the door, dashboard, and ceiling of the vehicle.the fire department extinguished the fire and provided a report.the current and failure mileages were 131,000.
Before going on this tripwarning light came on traction control.driving on a wet highwayduring rain all of suddenvehicle started drifting to the right. Didn't apply the brakes, but tried to turn wheel to left, and it had no effect.dealer couldn't find anything wrong,and stated that the traction control comes on whencar gets heated up.
Car was purchased (leased) on 2/22/00.car kept stalling while driving or wouldn't start at all.had it towed to dealer on 2/29/00. They couldn't duplicate the problem on 6/8/00. They replaced the fuel pump and i had car towed to dealer. Dash board panel would read battery, no charge when it would rain had belt replaced.had several stiff spots when turning steering wheel on 11/1/01.rack and pinion and water pump had to be replaced with only 45654 miles.on 1/30/01 dealer performed "protect injector service" at 49481 miles.2/20/02 returned car to dealer, gas pedal was sticking. They cleaned deposit is from throttle blades at 49533 miles.car began stalling again.10/29/01 egr valve replaced with 60324 miles.12/12/01 spark plugs had to be replaced due to poor performance with 60324 miles.we have replaced the tires, front and back brakes.the air conditioning went out may, 2002.had it repaired on 7/9/02 replaced r&r compressor assembly, expansion tube assembly, a/c recharge, freon, dye kit, a/c oil and orifice tube with an odometer reading of 69860!!ridiculous isn't it??not done yet7/11/02 - a/c is out again.this time had to replace the a/c sensor, a/c switch, acm module, r&r switch compressor cut-off, r&r sensor sunload (atc), r&r module climate control.today, it still doesn't work.i'm tired of pumping $$ into something that is a lease.we contacted cadillac on helping us get out of this lease and into a different gm lease, they wouldn't help.this car has been nothing but trouble since day 3.when parking the car and trying to remove keys is another problem.we have to hit the top of the shifter to get the keys to release.the shifter sticks and won't release the keys.currently, the problem we have is the banging under the car, which we found are the struts.they don't even make after market ones yet!let us know if any of these things are "recalled".caddy crap!!thank you.dt
Tire failed.(michelin).
Engine warning light would come on during normal operation ofvehicle while traveling at any speed. Dealership examinedvehicle and could not determine a cause for the problem.then with approximately 61,000 miles onvehicle , engine warning light illuminated again, and the vehicle was towed todealership. Mechanic diagnosed that an engine coolant bypass hose leaked, and caused severe damage to the engine, which has to be replaced at consumer's expense.please provide any additional information / documentation.
Engine check light has been coming on occasionally since 1998. Taken to dealer numerous times, could not find a cause.on 19 dec 2001, engine service light came on, then the light stopped engine. Consumer had vehicle towed to dealer, who determined engine coolant had leaked intoengine. Engine had to be replaced.
The rear deck lid pull-down failed to operate. The pull down switch was replaced. *jg
Speed sensor failed.
Linda m west was driving at 45 mph on 4 lane city highway on 2/12/99.when approaching red light, she took her foot off the accelerator but the car did not slow down.applying full force to the brakes did not stop the car.to avoid colliding with car in front of her, she turned off the ignition.after restarting the car, the accelerator was normal.parked car immediately and had towed to dealer.dealer replaced accelerator cable.no known cause of failure.one strand broke, unraveled, and did not allow deceleration.charles called gm customer service on 2/15/99 to inform of safety problem.inquired about safety recalls and technical bulletins.none existed for this problem.since it was a near accident and a safety problem, i requested a technical bulletin be prepared.customer service representative indicated it was a gm decision.i asked to talk to supervisor but received an address to write.i was not satisfied that a part failure nearly lead to an accident and that gm was not taking it very seriously.i examined the new cable and determined the cable is under very little tension and that it does not rub on any other parts.i am concerned that the part may be faulty and that gm should alert dealers to the potential safety problem.i do not understand why the part should have failed and would like a straight answer from gm.when i inquired if i could receive the results of the investigation, i was told i could not get it.
The engine continues to race after taking foot off the accelerator pedal.after coming to a complete stop. The brakes do not hold and the vehicle lunges forward. The dealer is aware of the problem. The dealer hasn't corrected the problem.
The consumer has been experiencing problems with accelerator.accelerator stuck while driving.thier rpm stayed around 2000.in addition,power steering failed.the manufacturer has been contacted.
Accelerator became stuck while driving.
Accelerator stuck on a 1996 cadillac sls, resulting in loss of control of car and subsequent crash.car would not shift into neutral and accelerator stuck even after the crash.*la
The hvac only emits heat.the relay was replaced. Air conditioning failed again and once again had to be replaced.the air conditioner compressor and filter had to be replaced and the blower motor failed and was replaced.*jg
Power window motor failed.
Problems started with a buzzing sound emitting from the radio/speakers; then smoke started to come from the steering wheel; vehicle would not start on many occasions resulting in my having to be towed; electric window and mirrors stopped working; driver's seat lays back to furthest point (almost resting against back seat) and will not respond to controls until fully reclined--this continues to occur not only while the vehicle is parked but also while being driven; horn would go off when car was started and could not be shut off; both "service engine" & "service transmission" lights would come on continuously, even after service was done; traction control would engage for no apparent reason and would remain engaged until engine was shut off; while driving the steering became extremely tight and difficult to turn; steering made loud grinding noises when turning; interior lights and high beams stopped working; engine would die while being driven and would not take a "jump" charge resulting in having to be towed;
Clock failed.
Power windows failed.
During inclement weather the drivers side window required repeated attempts to open or close, the power window switch was replaced.*jg
Problems started with a buzzing sound emitting from the radio/speakers; then smoke started to come from the steering wheel; vehicle would not start on many occasions resulting in my having to be towed; electric window and mirrors stopped working; driver's seat lays back to furthest point (almost resting against back seat) and will not respond to controls until fully reclined--this continues to occur not only while the vehicle is parked but also while being driven; horn would go off when car was started and could not be shut off; both "service engine" & "service transmission" lights would come on continuously, even after service was done; traction control would engage for no apparent reason and would remain engaged until engine was shut off; while driving the steering became extremely tight and difficult to turn; steering made loud grinding noises when turning; interior lights and high beams stopped working; engine would die while being driven and would not take a "jump" charge resulting in having to be towed;
Plastic moving mechanism on right rear view mirror failed.
Driver's side window failed.
While making a turn at 5 mphwheel ondriver's side front fell off due tolugs: nutsshearing off.please give any further details.
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