1998 Cadillac Catera review from North America
"Other than the " battery problem " I am well satisfied"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Small oil leak. Dealer recommended sending motor back to factory for a cost of $2500. Did not do this.
Had new battery replace in 2004. (Battery dead numerous times).
Battery would lose charge in 2006 through last week.
January 2007
Dealer wanted to work on the computer because the battery was being discharged even though the car was " off ". at a cost of $750.
March 14th, 2006
Took car to a different mechanic.
CHECK MOTOR light " on " and still a problem with battery discharging. Battery replaced and new B15433 02 sensor replaced. All looking good now. (What is a sensor?) ANNE.
General comments?
This 1998 car's exterior is in excellent shape, not a scratch or rust visible.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 19000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 46000 miles |
| Previous car | Cadillac Buick |
| Date of Entry | 17th March, 2007 |