NHTSA — Electrical System: Ignition Problems

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
16,343 miles

About These NHTSA Complaints:

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2000 Cadillac Catera electrical problems

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2000 Cadillac Catera Owner Comments

problem #5

May 112005

Catera 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 69,715 miles

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The crankshaft position sensor on my 2000 Catera was defective and caused the car to stall several times. This is a common problem on Catera's. it could be a safety problem if the car stalls on a freeway.

- Detroit, MI, USA

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problem #4

Jan 032002

Catera

  • 12,000 miles
Upon starting vehicle the key failed to turn in the ignition. Dealer replaced the ignition lock cylinder 5 times, but the problem still persisted. Also, driver's side door made a cracking noise when it was opened or closed. Dealership lubed the doors attachment, but the noise still existed.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

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problem #3

Nov 082000

Catera

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving instrument warning lights will illuminate, and vehicle will shut off, losing all power. Dealer has been contacted. Stalling of the vehicle while on highway resulting in accident. The vehicle was at dealership three times for brake work.

- Warren, MI, USA

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problem #2

Sep 212000

Catera

  • miles
Engine stalled while driving without warning has occurred twice already.

- North Olmsted, OH, USA

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problem #1

Sep 212000

(reported on)

Catera

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving at any speed vehicle just shuts down without warning, losing all power. Dealer has been contacted.

- Fresno, CA, USA

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