Cadillac Catera years to avoid
The Cadillac Catera years to avoid are 1997, 1998 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2002 is the cleanest year on record.
826
Total complaints
0
Recall campaigns
1997–2003
Years covered
2
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Catera years to avoid
Every Catera year
Common questions
What are the worst Cadillac Catera years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Catera years to avoid are 1997, 1998. The cleanest year on record is 2002.
What is the best year for the Cadillac Catera?
By complaint volume, 2002 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Catera years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Cadillac Catera have?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the Catera.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.