2002 Cadillac Seville Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 16%of 45 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2002 Cadillac Seville, 16% of the 45 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,000 miles.
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.
“Dt: when pulling up to a stop sign or light the engine shut down. Did not have brakes or power steering. It did this anytime when driving below 35 MPH. Vehicle was taken to gmc dealer 6 times. They have changed EGR valve, installed a recorder for 20 days, cleaned piston washers, they flushed fuel injection system, and changed crank shaft sensors . But problem recurred. The problem started on august 20, 2003.”
NHTSA complaint #10132023, filed 2005-09, 36,000 miles“While driving 45 MPH vehicle stalled. Consumer restarted the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer, who informed the consumer that the problem was the crank sensor.”
NHTSA complaint #10081474, filed 2004-07, 13,768 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Cadillac Seville. While driving approximately 60 MPH the vehicle stalled without warning. She restarted the vehicle and within a few minutes it began to function normally. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic five times who was unable to duplicate the failure. The failure occurred intermittently. The failure had been ongoing for more than a year while driving various speeds. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 92,416. Updated 10/05/10 updated 10/07/10”
NHTSA complaint #10342755, filed 2010-07, 90,000 miles“Diagnostic check results: random mix-fire (tune up) secondary air injection evaporative emission sensor (pressure in tank) torque converter clutch solenoid (inside transmission) engine metal over temp. Strut & maintenance traction control light remains on.”
NHTSA complaint #10423154, filed 2011-09“Consumer states vehicle has been in for repairs at least 10 times since the date of purchase for the same problem, the problem arises after traveling at least 70 miles, the vehicle has stopped while slowing down on the expressway, getting off the expressway and also while going around a corner.”
NHTSA complaint #567698, filed 2002-09Related service bulletins
- 10251890Mar 13, 2024This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10250775Feb 22, 2024This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 10249579Jan 12, 2024This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10242843Sep 1, 2023The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 10242262Aug 24, 2023This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and…
- 10236164Apr 24, 2023This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10235802Apr 24, 2023This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 10234141Mar 23, 2023This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 10234110Mar 17, 2023This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10228888Dec 14, 2022This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 11% |
| 2003 | 2 | 13% |
| 2002 | 7 | 16% |
| 2001 | 9 | 17% |
| 2000 | 6 | 16% |
| 1999 | 23 | 32% |
| 1998 | 20 | 31% |
| 1997 | 19 | 20% |
| 1996 | 25 | 20% |
| 1995 | 15 | 20% |
| 1994 | 21 | 42% |
| 1993 | 9 | 21% |
| 1992 | 3 | 11% |
| 1991 | 1 | 5% |
| 1990 | 1 | 5% |
| 1989 | 1 | 20% |
| 1988 | 2 | 18% |
| 1987 | 1 | 9% |
| 1986 | 4 | 36% |
| 1985 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2002 Cadillac Seville
12 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Cadillac Seville
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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