2001 Cadillac Seville Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 15%of 53 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 37,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the steering of the 2001 Cadillac Seville, 15% of the 53 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 37,000 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.
“The power steering becomes inoperable at low speeds, causing significant risks in proper maneuvering. The safety of pedestrians is of particular concern, as one incident recently demonstrated, when I could not turn the wheel fast enough. I had to jerk the car to a stop, nearly scaring the life out of a middle aged woman. The car is virtually impossible to parallel park.”
NHTSA complaint #10169029, filed 2006-09, 32,001 miles“The steering in the vehicle became more difficult with unusual noises. As the power assist started to fail. The steering started to make loud popping noises when turning right or left. The mechanic replaced most of the under carriage steering assembly and greased the steering shaft connected to the steering wheel.”
NHTSA complaint #10111689, filed 2005-01, 26,000 miles“While making a right turn consumer noticed a loud popping noise, and then lost total steering control. Vehicle continued on, and hit a curb before stopping. Dealer and the manufacturer were notified. The cause of the steering lock up was not determined.”
NHTSA complaint #10113158, filed 2005-02, 37,000 miles“I traded my 97 lincoln town car for a 01 Cadillac Seville with the north star motor,upon leaving the car lot,I noticed the stereo was real static when I hit the slightest bump in the road..I then turned around and took it right back..it was the bose amp..(found out 3 weeks later)(dealer paid for repair,)the very next day ..I heard a clicking while turning right,,took back to the dealer ..it wouldn't do it then,,I was told to put power steering fluid in it..drove it to ky that weekend(I live in ga) noticed a humming noise in the left front wheel,,had to replace the wheel hub,,,then noticed…”
NHTSA complaint #10367203, filed 2010-11“Vehicle was making a noise in steering column when trying to make a turn. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated they didnot know where the noise was coming from. Please add VIN #”
NHTSA complaint #893181, filed 2001-07Related service bulletins
- 10113436Feb 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone…
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 2001 Cadillac Seville
10 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsTires
6 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Cadillac Seville
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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