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1996 Cadillac Seville electrical system problems

Owners reported electrical system problems in 24 complaints for the 1996 Cadillac Seville, 15% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.

At a glance

Complaints
24 15% of this year's complaints
Crashes and fires
1 and 1
Injuries and deaths
0 and 0

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

What the data shows

These complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire.

What owners wrote

While backing out of the driveway, smoke came from the dashboard. The consumer exited the vehicle, and it started to burn. Prior to the fire, there was a smell of gas.

Reported at 96,000 miles, May 2004 Fire

On several occasions consumer smelled smoke and a burning odor coming from the steering column while driving 50 MPH. Vehicle was taken to two separate dealers. Both dealers informed consumer that the problem was not covered under a recall.

Reported at 30,000 miles, July 2003

Other problems reported for the 1996 Cadillac Seville

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Electrical system problems across all Cadillac models