2002 Cadillac Seville

2002 Cadillac Seville

The 2002 Cadillac Seville is a full-size luxury sedan offered with two engine options: a 3.0L V6 and a 4.6L V8. Transmission options include a 4-speed automatic transmission for the 3.0L V6 and a 5-speed automatic transmission for the 4.6L V8.

Owners tend to appreciate the Seville’s spacious and comfortable interior, powerful engines, and luxurious features. However, there are some common issues that owners have reported.

Engine

3.0L V6

• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, overheating, loss of power
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gaskets
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
• Timing Chain Tensioner Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Noisy engine, reduced power, engine misfire
  • Solution: Replace timing chain tensioner
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+

4.6L V8

• Northstar Engine Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Excessive oil consumption, loss of coolant, catastrophic engine failure
  • Solution: Engine replacement
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $5,000 - $10,000+
  • Recalls: 02V379000

Transmission

4-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Shift Solenoid Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Hard shifting, delayed shifts, slipping gears
  • Solution: Replace shift solenoid
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $700

5-Speed Automatic Transmission

• Torque Converter Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Shuddering, slipping, overheating
  • Solution: Replace torque converter
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+

Suspension

• Air Suspension Compressor Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Sagging suspension, difficulty adjusting ride height
  • Solution: Replace air suspension compressor
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1,200
• Ball Joint Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking or popping noises, unstable handling
  • Solution: Replace ball joints
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $800

Electrical

• BCM Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Electrical problems, starting issues, dashboard warning lights
  • Solution: Replace BCM
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000

Exterior

• Headlamp Housing Condensation
  • Description/Symptoms: Foggy headlights
  • Solution: Replace headlamp housing
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500

Interior

• HVAC Blend Door Actuator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Inability to control temperature or airflow
  • Solution: Replace blend door actuator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $800

Summary

The 2002 Cadillac Seville is a luxurious and powerful sedan, but it can suffer from some severe and expensive issues, particularly with the engine and transmission. The cost of repairs can vary significantly depending on the severity of the issue and the availability of used or aftermarket parts.