1997 Cadillac Catera visibility problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the visibility on the 1997 Cadillac Catera — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I purchased a 1997 cadillac catera on jan 31, 2001 from united automax in memphis, tn. From the date of purchase I have had extensive problems with this car. Beginning with electrical problems with the lights. Since then I have had problems with tires wearing out prematurely, heater core replaced…”
filed May 2, 2003
“Car would not start. Had to jump start. Dealer replaced alternator and battery. Battery was previously replaced 06/03/99. Oil light above oil pressire gauge came on while driving, and oil pressure gauge moved up and down erratically. Dealer found no problem. Battery cover and was burnt/was brittle…”
filed Apr 5, 2001
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Visibility problems in other Catera years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Catera | 1 | 3% |
| 2000 Catera | 1 | 1% |
| 1999 Catera | 4 | 5% |
| 1998 Catera | 8 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Cadillac Catera
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.