Model year guide

1997 Cadillac Seville

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1997 Cadillac Seville is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 15 on record.

1997 Cadillac Seville — representative photo
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1997 Cadillac Seville at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints105
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$914

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1997 Cadillac Seville recalls 2

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #04V110000 · 04/03/2004

SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L V8 ENGINES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE NYLON TUBING USED IN THE FUEL RAIL CONSTRUCTION MAY DEGRADE AND CRACK. ADDITIONALLY, THE 1995 MODEL YEAR USES A UNIQUE UNDERHOOD FUEL RETURN LINE THAT MAY CRACK. CRACKING OF THE FUEL RAIL OR RETURN LINE TUBING CAN RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL WITH A NEW STAINLESS STEEL FUEL RAIL. DEALERS WILL ALSO INSTALL A REVISED CHASSIS FUEL RETURN LINE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 2, 2004, FOR 1996-1997 OLDSMOBILE AURORA VEHICLES. OWNERS OF 1995 CADILLACS AND 1996-1997 OLDSMOBILE …

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip NHTSA Campaign #97V064000 · 28/04/1997

THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE OR THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE CAN CAUSE THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) TO CYCLE DURING A NON-ABS BRAKE APPLICATION.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE OR THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1997 Cadillac Seville common problems

Owners have filed 105 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

1997 Cadillac Seville MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 1997 Cadillac Seville worth?

Low
$500
Typical price
$914
High
$1,400

From 11 comparable 1997 Cadillac Seville listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1997 Cadillac Seville costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,750
Fuel only$22,750
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1997 Cadillac Seville trims & engines on record

Trims
SLS · STS
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl · 1.3L 4-cyl

1997 Cadillac Seville vehicles on record

1997 Cadillac Seville 1997 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS52Y0VU832895 1997 Cadillac Seville 1997 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS52Y7VU807993 1997 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5292VU800621 1997 Cadillac Seville 1997 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS52Y6VU839690 1997 Cadillac Seville 1997 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5296VU825991 1997 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5299VU810868 1997 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5299VU836225 1997 Cadillac Seville 1997 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS52Y6VU839771 1997 Cadillac Seville 1997 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS52Y8VU841313 1997 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS52Y5VU836523 1997 Cadillac Seville 1997 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS52Y4VU805795 1997 Cadillac Seville 1997 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS52Y2VU822580 1997 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS52Y1VU819265 1997 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5298VU835227 1997 Cadillac Seville 1997 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS52Y6VU821626

Other Cadillac Seville model years

2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1987 1984

1997 Cadillac Seville — frequently asked questions

Does the 1997 Cadillac Seville have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1997 Cadillac Seville. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Cadillac Seville?

Owners have filed 105 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, electrical system, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 1997 Cadillac Seville get?

The 1997 Cadillac Seville has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 1997 Cadillac Seville worth?

Comparable 1997 Cadillac Seville listings run roughly $500–$1,400, typically around $914 (from 11 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.