2004 Cadillac Seville Problems
Used CADILLAC SEVILLE shoppers should review this model-year complaint and recall record before making an offer. Based on 17 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Steering Defects the most reported area.
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This 2004 Cadillac Seville has 17 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Steering Defects.
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2004 Cadillac Seville Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2004 Cadillac Seville trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2004 Cadillac Seville Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2004 Cadillac Seville has 17 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Steering Defects. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Cadillac
- Model
- Seville
- Model year
- 2004
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 17
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Steering Defects
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 19
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 16 / 24
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2004 Cadillac Seville problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Steering Defects
Electrical Faults
Brake System
Complaint patterns center on Steering Defects, Electrical Faults, Brake System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2004 Cadillac Seville?
This CADILLAC SEVILLE year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2004 Cadillac Seville
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
- Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
- Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN
Before You Close the Deal
- Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
- Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The CADILLAC SEVILLE has 17 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. 1 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later.
- 17 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 0 federal recall campaigns
- 1 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2004 Cadillac Seville complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Cadillac Seville. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2004 Cadillac Seville. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
2004 CADILLAC SEVILLE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING WHEN DRIVING IN WET WEATHER. *SMD
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CADILLAC STS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE REGARDING THE FUEL PUMP MODULE ON THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED THE FAILURE, BUT THE NOTICE STATED THAT THE FAILURE COUL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CADILLAC SEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE HESITATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWA…
THE TEXTING AND DRIVING,NEEDS TO STOP *JS
MY 2004 SEVILLE LOSES ALL POWER STEERING, AND I LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE DO TO THE LACK OF BEING ABLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE. NOW I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH MY SERVICE STABILITY LIGHT COMING ON AFTER THESE OCCURRENCES WHEN DRIVING IN ANY WET CONDITIONS! , I COULD HAVE…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CADILLAC STS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HEARD A LOUD SOUND ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SHOCK ABSORBER WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE F…
I HAVE A 2004 CADILLAC SLS THAT I PURCHASED NEW IN 2004.... THE STEERING COLUMN HAD TO BE REPLACED ON IT APPROX. A YEAR OR SO AGO BUT APPROX. A MONTH AGO, WE HAD A HEAVY RAIN AND I WAS ATTEMPTING A RIGHT TURN INTO MY NEIGHBORHOOD AND THE STEERING GOT REAL TIGHT AND INSTEAD OF TUR…
MY 2004 CADILLAC SEVILLE LOSES ALL POWER STEERING WHEN DRIVING IN ANY WET CONDITIONS! BUT FOR THE GRACE OF GOD, I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED DUE TO THIS DEFECT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. I NOW REFUSE TO DRIVE MY CAR IN OR AFTER RAIN. OBVIOUSLY, THIS CAUSES FREQUENT PROBLEMS FOR ME BOTH PE…
WE (ELMORE SIMS) ARE THE OWNERS OF A 2004 CADILLAC DEVILLE SINCE MAY 2007. WE HAVE OWNED VARIOUS MODELS OF CADILLACS FOR MORE THAN TEN YEARS, AND HAVE NOT HAD ANY MAJOR PROBLEMS. THE NAME "CADILLAC'S" DENOTES QUALITY. HOWEVER, OUR LATEST PURCHASE WITH THIS THREE (3) YEAR OLD …
2004 CADILLAC SEVILLE SLS LOSS OF POWER STEERING DUE TO SERPENTINE BELT. CUSTOMER STATES THAT THE LOSS OF POWER STEERING OCCURS WHEN THE SERPENTINE BELT GETS WET. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED THE BELT HAS BEEN REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. *JB
VARIOUS DASH WARNING LIGHTS KEPT LIGHTING UP, BUT DEALER COULD FIND NO PROBLEM WITH CAR. THE CAR IS A DEVILLE . *AK
2004 CADILLAC SEVILLE STEERING COLUMN HAS SLACK AND STEERING IS NOT ALIGNED. *KB THE DEALER REPLACED THE STEERING GEAR, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM CONTINUED. THE CONSUMER STATED HE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WOULD WANDER. *JB
THE DRIVER SEAT MOVES BACK AND FORTH ANYWAY FROM A QUARTER OF AN INCH TO AN INCH. I AM TOLD BY THE SERVING DEALER AND CADILLAC CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE THAT THIS IS A NORMAL CHARACTERISTIC FOR 2004 CADILLAC SEVILLE. WITH ENOUGH MOVING BACK AND FORTH THE SEAT LATCHES HAVE T…
I WAS STANDING AT THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE (CADILLAC SRX) AND I LEANED AGAINST THE BACK BUMPER WITH MY LEG, AND BURNED MY LEG ON THE TAILPIPE. I WAS STANDING "FLUSH" WITH THE BUMPER, AND IT BURNED MY LEG BECAUSE IT STICKS OUT TOO FAR (ABOUT 1/2 INCH TOO FAR) FROM THE BUMPER. …
ON 12/5/04 I PARKED OUR NEW (561 MILES) 2004 CADILLAC DEVILLE AT THE COVERED WEST PALM BEACH AIRPORT PARKING LOT. I LEFT ON BUSINESS AND RETURNED TO THE CAR AT 7:30 PM ON THURSDAY, 12/9/04. I GOT INTO THE DRIVER'S SIDE, PUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION AND STARTED THE CAR. THE TWO FR…
THE BLUE HEADLIGHTS ON SOME MODELS OF CARS ARE HAZARDOUS, CAUSING TOO MUCH BRIGHT GLARE AT NIGHT. *AK
BOTH HEADLIGHTS HAD BLIND PATHS, ALMOST OPAQUE, RESULTING IN EXTREMELY REDUCED VISIBILITY DURING NIGHT DRIVING. THUS, OBSTRUCTING CONSUMER'S VIEW WHILE DRIVING. SERVICE MANAGER AT THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT VEHICLE WAS OPERATING AS DESIGNED BY THE MANUFACTURER. CALLED NH…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2004 Cadillac Seville.
Safety recalls
2004 Cadillac Seville recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2004 Cadillac Seville. No recalls are currently on record in this dataset, but buyers should still verify recall status by VIN because campaigns can be added later. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
2004 Cadillac Seville buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2004 Cadillac Seville reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 17 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. This CADILLAC SEVILLE year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Cadillac Seville?▾
#1: Steering Defects (6 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (2 complaints). #3: Brake System (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2004 Cadillac Seville?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2004 Cadillac Seville?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2004 Cadillac Seville, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 17 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2004 Cadillac Seville have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2004 Cadillac Seville in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2004 Cadillac Seville?▾
This CADILLAC SEVILLE year appears to have a comparatively lighter NHTSA complaint footprint, but buyers should still verify condition vehicle-by-vehicle. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Steering Defects during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Cadillac Seville reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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