1997 Cadillac Seville Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 20%of 95 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 82,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the fuel system of the 1997 Cadillac Seville, 20% of the 95 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 82,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I bought a used car with an extended warranty. A week later the fuel switch went out. I had to spend $80 to get that fixed at the same dealership. After a few weeks the turing switch started smoking so I took it to different dealership to get check out and they fixed it for $100 (co pay) while my car was being fixed they found a major oil leak and asked me if I would like to see if my warranty would fix it. The warrenty people came out and said no we are not going to pay the $1,500 -$2,500 to fix it. …”
NHTSA complaint #10070348, filed 2004-01, 72,101 miles“Consumer called complaining about fuel injection system, injectors. Injectors were made out of plastic, gas was leaking through them, and was falling right on top of the engine. Manufacturer was contacted, and stated that consumer should purchase the extra warranty on the vehicle. But the warranty will only cover the injectors made out of metal and not plastic.”
NHTSA complaint #10029763, filed 2003-07, 83,000 miles“Hit a speed bump - loud noise - could barely brake - avoid collision and after eventually being able to stop; looked under car and fluid gushing out like a rainstorm. Call insurance company who stated it was a collision; however, repair shop and adjuster for insurance company stated it was bound to happen due to rusting and cracking of brake line, etc. And will not pay for repair - auto repair did send a paper showing a recall that was issued by NHTSA id: 04v110000 on june 2, 2004 dealing with fuel system and the fuel rail construction which may degrade and crack. …”
NHTSA complaint #10532740, filed 2013-07, 87,200 miles“Consumer has a concern about smelling gas fumes when exiting his parked vehicle. Consumer inspected the vehicle and saw fuel spraying onto the manifold from the fuel rail. Dealer was notified. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #10087990, filed 2004-08, 130,000 miles“Engine exhibited extended cranks after sitting for several hours. Dealer replaced fuel pressure regulator($$$). Engine continued to exhibit extended cranks only more severe. Dealer replaced fuel pump ($$$$). Engine continued to exhibit extended cranks. Dealer replaced fuel filter ($$) and fuel pump again. Crank problem now replaced by stalling after decelerating to near stop then doing a gentle tip in on accelerator as in making a turn or entering a traffic circle.”
NHTSA complaint #10045551, filed 2003-11, 75,300 milesRelated recalls
- 04V110000Mar 4, 2004Some passenger vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack…Covers: Cadillac Seville 1995–1997, Deville 1995–1997, Oldsmobile Aurora 1995–1997 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137901May 9, 2014This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 6% |
| 2002 | 2 | 4% |
| 2001 | 2 | 4% |
| 1999 | 4 | 5% |
| 1998 | 2 | 3% |
| 1997 | 19 | 20% |
| 1996 | 21 | 17% |
| 1995 | 22 | 30% |
| 1994 | 2 | 4% |
| 1993 | 12 | 29% |
| 1991 | 1 | 5% |
| 1986 | 1 | 9% |
| 1985 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 1997 Cadillac Seville
19 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsEquipment
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Cadillac Seville
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology