Model year guide

1998 Cadillac Seville

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1998 Cadillac Seville is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.

1998 Cadillac Seville — representative photo
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1998 Cadillac Seville at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints66
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$1,118

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

1998 Cadillac Seville recalls 2

Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator NHTSA Campaign #99V070000 · 12/04/1999

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CAN DEVELOP IN THE GENERATOR, EVEN WHEN THE ENGINE IS OFF.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GENERATOR.

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer NHTSA Campaign #98V144000 · 26/06/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR 'LOW' SPEED FUNCTION CAN BECOME INOPERATIVE WHEN THE MOTOR IS SWITCHED FROM 'HIGH' TO 'LOW' SPEED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR COVER WHICH CONTAINS THE MICROPROCESSOR.

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.

1998 Cadillac Seville common problems

Owners have filed 66 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.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
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.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

1998 Cadillac Seville MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,700

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

What's a 1998 Cadillac Seville worth?

Low
$650
Typical price
$1,118
High
$2,200

From 11 comparable 1998 Cadillac Seville listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1998 Cadillac Seville costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,500
Fuel only$18,500
Per mile$0.25

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.

1998 Cadillac Seville trims & engines on record

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

1998 Cadillac Seville vehicles on record

1998 Cadillac Seville 1998 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y8WU911813 1998 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5491WU925835 1998 Cadillac Seville 1998 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y8WU923427 1998 Cadillac Seville 1998 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y5WU933879 1998 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y8WU919782 1998 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5496WU924227 1998 Cadillac Seville 1998 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y6WU900504 1998 Cadillac Seville 1998 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y3WU926655 1998 Cadillac Seville 1998 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5499WU923900 1998 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y4WU931055 1998 Cadillac Seville 1998 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5494WU917700 1998 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y5WU918217

Other Cadillac Seville model years

2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1987 1984

1998 Cadillac Seville — frequently asked questions

Does the 1998 Cadillac Seville have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1998 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 1998 Cadillac Seville?

Owners have filed 66 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, steering, visibility.

What gas mileage does the 1998 Cadillac Seville get?

The 1998 Cadillac Seville has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 1998 Cadillac Seville worth?

Comparable 1998 Cadillac Seville listings run roughly $650–$2,200, typically around $1,118 (from 11 vehicles).

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