Model year guide

1999 Cadillac Seville

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Cadillac Seville is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.

1999 Cadillac Seville at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints75
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$1,817

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

1999 Cadillac Seville recalls 1

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.

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.

1999 Cadillac Seville common problems

Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
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.
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.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

1999 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 1999 Cadillac Seville worth?

Low
$1,000
Typical price
$1,817
High
$3,249

From 9 comparable 1999 Cadillac Seville listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 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.

1999 Cadillac Seville trims & engines on record

Trims
STS · SLS
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl

1999 Cadillac Seville vehicles on record

1999 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5497XU940342 1999 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY549XXU933336 1999 Cadillac Seville 1999 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5496XU941398 1999 Cadillac Seville 1999 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y7XU939751 1999 Cadillac Seville SLS1G6KS54Y5XU930563 1999 Cadillac Seville 1999 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5490XU900765 1999 Cadillac Seville 1999 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5497XU922729 1999 Cadillac Seville 1999 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY549XXU921235 1999 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5498XU930824 1999 Cadillac Seville STS1G6KY5497XU910208

Other Cadillac Seville model years

2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1987 1984

1999 Cadillac Seville — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Cadillac Seville have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1999 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 1999 Cadillac Seville?

Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine and engine cooling, engine.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Cadillac Seville get?

The 1999 Cadillac Seville has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 1999 Cadillac Seville worth?

Comparable 1999 Cadillac Seville listings run roughly $1,000–$3,249, typically around $1,817 (from 9 vehicles).

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