1994 Cadillac Seville engine and engine cooling problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 1994 Cadillac Seville — 42% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“1994 cadillac seville had hot coolant pour onto the driver's foot causing severe burns.*mr the vehicle was towed to the dealer. Upon inspection of the vehicle, it was discovered the heater core had ruptured, in addition the dealer recommended that the water pump water pump housing, hoses and…”
filed Jul 28, 2005
“Oil was leaking out the lower crank case, which could cause the vehicle to overheat and cause the engine to fail. Manufacturer was contacted by consumer, and was aware of the problem. *ak”
filed Mar 25, 2005
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
130089009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 1, 2013Engine oil leaks along the upper to lower crankcase joint. *tt
990601019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 1, 20064.0l l47, 4.6l ld8 l37 engine water pump cover p/n 12571913- thermostat loose. Also including model 2003 cadillac eldorado. *mr
01792 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 2004This bulletin is being issued to inform dealers of enhancements to crankcase, oil distribution plate and oil pan sealing by using rtv sealant. *tt
030601027 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 1, 2003Intermittent light surge, chuggle or bump at 45-60 mph with tcc engaged. *tt
030604038 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 1, 2003
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Seville years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Seville | 7 | 16% |
| 2001 Seville | 9 | 17% |
| 2000 Seville | 6 | 16% |
| 1999 Seville | 23 | 32% |
| 1998 Seville | 20 | 31% |
| 1997 Seville | 19 | 20% |
| 1996 Seville | 25 | 20% |
| 1995 Seville | 15 | 20% |
| 1993 Seville | 9 | 21% |
| 1992 Seville | 3 | 11% |
| 1991 Seville | 1 | 5% |
| 1990 Seville | 1 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1994 Cadillac Seville
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.