Model year guide

1992 Cadillac seville

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1992 Cadillac seville is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

1992 Cadillac seville — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1992 Cadillac seville at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints31
Combined18 mpg

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

1992 Cadillac seville recalls 1

Steering:rack And Pinion NHTSA Campaign #91V157000 · manufacturer #92-C-01 · 18/09/1991

THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT TO STEERING RACK LOWER COUPLING PINCH BOLT MAY BE MISSING.

Fix: INSTALL PINCH BOLT.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. 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.

1992 Cadillac seville common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
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.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1992 Cadillac seville safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1992 Cadillac Seville 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

1992 Cadillac seville MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume105 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,750 more

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1992 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.

Dimensions & weight

Length
204.3 in
Width
74.4 in
Height
53.9 in
Wheelbase
111.0 in
Curb weight
3,565 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1992 Cadillac seville. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 13

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 13.

Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules

Bulletin 130089009 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Sep 2013

INFORMATION REGARDING SWITCHES TO TURN OFF AND ON FRONTAL AIR BAGS FOR PASSENGER CARS AND TRUCKS. *TT

Bulletin 990941004 · Air Bags · Jan 2000

GENERAL MOTORS BEGAN PROVIDING CHILD RESTRAIN SEAT TOP TETHER HARDWARE PACKAGES TO CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED STATES WHO REQUESTED THEM. *TT

Bulletin 990940004 · Seats · Jan 2000

THIS BULLETIN INFORMS DEALERSHIPS ABOUT THE TRAP RESISTANT REAR COMPARTMENT (TRUNK) KIT. *TT

Bulletin 990866002A · Latches/locks/linkages · Jan 2000

CONCERNS OF DOOR HANDLES ON WHITE PAINTED VEHICLES TRUNING YELLOW. *YC

Bulletin 831704 · Structure · Oct 1998

COMMENTS ON INOPERATIVE POWER DOOR LOCKS (FRONT AND/OR REAR DOORS).

Bulletin 971101631041 · Structure · Nov 1997

EXCESSIVE VIBRATION OF ELECTROCHROMIC INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR. *TW

Bulletin 731608 · Visibility · Jun 1997

COLD START RATTLE NOISE (DIAGNOSIS/SERVICE PROCEDURE). *TW

Bulletin 577106A · Power Train · Feb 1997

COLD START RATTLE NOISE. *TW

Bulletin 577106A · Power Train · Dec 1996

RUBBING NOISE WITHE THE FRONT WHEELS TURNED TO THE FULL LOCK POSITION (CUT OUT NOTCH IN WHEELHOUSE LINER AND/OR TRIM CORNER OF WHEELHOUSE EXTENTION). *TW

Bulletin GM433505A · Structure · Apr 1995

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the SEVILLE. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1992 Cadillac seville. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Fuel System

NOTE: VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.9 LITRE ENGINES. AN INCORRECT ENRICHMENT CALIBRATION TO THE FUELING STRATEGY OF THESE VEHICLES WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS BEING USED MAY RESULT IN NON COMPLIANCE WITH C.M.V.S.S. 1103 - EXHAUST EMISSIONS. CORRECTION: A NEW SERVICE PROM WILL BE INSTALLED WHICH WILL RESULT IN THE REDUCTION OF AIR POLLUTANTS WITHOUT REDUCING DRIVEABILITY.

Transport Canada #1996141 · Sep 1996

Steering

THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT TO STEERING RACK LOWER COUPLING PINCH BOLT MAY BE MISSING. THIS COULD RESULT IN SHAFT DISENGAGEMENT AND LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. CORRECTION: VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND, IF NECESSARY, A PINCH BOLT WILL BE INSTALLED.

Transport Canada #1991132 · Sep 1991

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Cadillac seville

The Cadillac Seville is a mid-size luxury car manufactured and marketed by General Motors under the Cadillac brand from the 1976 to 2004 model years as a smaller-sized, premium model. It was replaced by the STS in 2004 for the 2005 model year.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1992 Cadillac seville trims & engines on record

Engines
4.9L 8-cyl

1992 Cadillac seville vehicles on record

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1992 Cadillac seville — frequently asked questions

Does the 1992 Cadillac seville have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1992 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 done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1992 Cadillac seville?

Across all 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, vehicle speed control, service brakes.

What is the 1992 Cadillac seville safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 1992 Cadillac seville crash-test ratings of frontal 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 1992 Cadillac seville get?

The 1992 Cadillac seville has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 23 highway).

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