1998 Cadillac Seville Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 15%of 65 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 65,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the steering of the 1998 Cadillac Seville, 15% of the 65 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Two (2) GM oem rack and pinion replacements required within an 18 month time frame due to part failures. Steering wheel became unresponsive on interstate resulting in a near crash.”
NHTSA complaint #10197910, filed 2007-07, 65,000 miles“The power steering was very stiff, and the power steering pump was replaced. The front motor mount broke and hat to be replaced. Front brakes were worn to the sensor and had to be relined.”
NHTSA complaint #10009435, filed 2003-03, 56,212 miles“The contact owns a 1998 Cadillac Seville. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the contact heard a loud whining noise coming from the steering wheel. The steering wheel became difficult to maneuver as the wheel seized without warning. The contact stated that as the steering failed, another vehicle crashed into the rear of her vehicle. There were no reported injuries. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The contact was not aware of what repairs would be needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10453544, filed 2012-03, 85,000 miles“Loss of steering control while driving. Vehicle towed to dealer who informed consumer that the cause was rack and pinion failure. Repairs made, but problem is still recurring. The replacement part that was mailed to mechanic arrived broken. Six months later, same problem occurred, awaiting response from GM/Cadillac about reimbursement.”
NHTSA complaint #10043626, filed 2003-10“While driving driver turned the steering wheel and heard a noise. Vehicle lost steering power. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that steering gear housing was busted. The dealer repaired the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10026658, filed 2003-07Related service bulletins
- 10012577Aug 1, 2003Revised steering wheel position sensor or steering shaft lower bearing replacement procedure and steering wheel position sensor centering procedure.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 | 56% |
| 2003 | 2 | 13% |
| 2002 | 7 | 16% |
| 2001 | 8 | 15% |
| 2000 | 6 | 16% |
| 1999 | 8 | 11% |
| 1998 | 10 | 15% |
| 1997 | 16 | 17% |
| 1996 | 16 | 13% |
| 1995 | 1 | 1% |
| 1994 | 2 | 4% |
| 1992 | 3 | 11% |
| 1988 | 1 | 9% |
| 1987 | 1 | 9% |
| 1986 | 2 | 18% |
| 1985 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 1998 Cadillac Seville
20 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 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.
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