1997 Cadillac Seville service brakes, hydraulic problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 1997 Cadillac Seville — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Brake line failure - 1997 cadillac seville sts - 4.6l engine - rear brake line failed - directly related to the improper installation and abrasion caused by normal usage - brake fluid loss leads to no peddle pressure and greatly diminished or zero braking capability. Suggest recall to inspect…”
filed Sep 27, 2009
“Tl*the contact owns a 1997 cadillac seville. While driving various speeds, the antilock brake and traction lights illuminate simultaneously during non-abs applications. The issue has been occurring for the past three weeks. The contact was informed that his vehicle was not affected by nhtsa…”
filed Apr 29, 2009
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8…
PIP4723F · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 14, 2022
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Seville years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Seville | 4 | 9% |
| 2001 Seville | 3 | 6% |
| 2000 Seville | 3 | 8% |
| 1999 Seville | 8 | 11% |
| 1998 Seville | 4 | 6% |
| 1996 Seville | 1 | 1% |
| 1995 Seville | 5 | 7% |
| 1994 Seville | 4 | 8% |
| 1993 Seville | 6 | 14% |
| 1992 Seville | 1 | 4% |
| 1991 Seville | 5 | 24% |
| 1990 Seville | 3 | 16% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 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.