NHTSA — Electrical System: Wiring: Interior/Under Dash Problems

3.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
45,000 miles

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1998 Cadillac Catera electrical problems

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1998 Cadillac Catera Owner Comments

problem #2

Jan 202000

Catera 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 90,000 miles

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1998 Catera problems: Transmission failed 3 times caused by electronic part mal function; alternator failure; battery has been replaced 3 times; heater and A/C inoperative-burned harness and electronic component; door hinges failed; engine oil leak; vehicle cranks but will not start; premature tire wear; vehicle wanders; front end aligned 3 times in one year; warped disc rotors twice in two year period; differential seals leak; vaoltage meter ambiguos reading; sidemarkers inoperative and corroded; high underhood temperature; remote keys filed; rear view mirrors do not adjust to night driving.

- Burton, MI, USA

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problem #1

Aug 031998

Catera

  • miles
This is a new car. The battery has been replaced twice. The airbag module has been replaced. There have been several electical problems. I have had it in for repairs over and over. I have ask Cadillac to replace this car, but they have refused. Please help me.

- Cleveland, OH, USA

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