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2000 Cadillac STS problems

The most common problem on the 2000 Cadillac STS is electrical system. Its complaint count is close to a typical STS model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
12
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
30
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 2000 Cadillac STS problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    3
  • Engine
    3
  • Suspension
    3
  • Brakes
    2
  • Acceleration
    1

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Electrical
    3
  • Engine
    3
  • Suspension
    3
  • Brakes
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Lights
    1
  • Seat belts
    1
  • Tires
    1

Recalls 1

Steering: linkages: tie rod assemblyReported October 29, 1999 · 1,284 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The inner tie rod nuts are loose and can result in separation of a tie rod.
Risk
Separation of a tie rod can cause unexpected steering input increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check and adjust the vehicle toe-in and tighten the inner tie rod nuts to the specified torque.

Recall number 99V301000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 2000 Cadillac STS

Technical service bulletins for the 2000 Cadillac STS 30

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 30 bulletins for the 2000 Cadillac STS

What 2000 Cadillac STS owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 27, 2015 · Engine · 40,000 miles · NV

Engine leaks oil from the gaskets due to disimular metals expanding when engine is hot and contracts when cooling down causing the gaskets to leak

Filed Sep 13, 2010 · Engine · 98,000 miles · ND

2000 cadillac sts. Oil pan gasket leaks under pressure. Repair garage quoted $900-1000 to repair. Shop owner said it is a common problem with that model/engine.

Filed Sep 9, 2010 · Engine, Lights · 105,122 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac sts. The contact stated he was having an oil leak coming from the oil pan gasket. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed him to replace the oil gasket at a cost of $2100 because there were no recalls or warranty. Also both turn signal switch has failed. The dealer also informed him there was a cost to repair both turn signals and there was no recall or warranty. The manufacturer was contacted and they did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 105,122.

Filed Jun 17, 2009 · Brakes, Suspension · 149,000 miles · TN

2000 sts car stalls while driving or sitting at a stop. I have tried to contact gm with no results,can't even get anyone to return my calls. Also have a bad vibration in the front of my car while driving at 65mph or over. I have replaced all tires,rotors,brakes, yet it still happens while driving at or above 65mph. What can I do to get them to fix this, without costing me more then it has already?

Filed Sep 24, 2005 · Suspension · GA

1. Balance tires eight times, alignment of front end two times, rotate tires four times. Heavy steering wheel vibrations between 60 MPH and 75 MPH. No resolution of problem after spending all this money. One set of new tires too. 2. Contact cadillac div. Of g.m. No resolution. 3. All data.com list manf. Tech. Service bulletin #00-03-10-007f as possible source of problem. 4. Vibrations getting worse, can you research, reply, and help help! 5. Failure of steering equipment could lead to major injuries or deaths.

Filed Apr 25, 2005 · Electrical · 81,000 miles · OH

Owner complained about the design of the battery storage. The battery is located under the rear passenger seat. The AC- delco battery which was installed by the manufacturer is losing acid through its positive post, causing the battery to leak acid. The acid fumes are toxic and extremely flammable. Owner contacted the manufacturer who was aware, but was not trying to recall these vehicles.*ak *jb

Filed Feb 10, 2005 · Suspension · 27,886 miles · NJ

Extreme vibration at highway speeds 65-70mph. Replced 3 sets tires. Replaced brakes , rotors, wheel, had various alignments... Cadillac replaced control arms and virbration went away for 2 months... Vibration back now they are saying it is as good as it gets..*ak the vehicles vibrates badly, can feel it in seats, streering wheel, floor, and gas pedal.. Imo it is unsafe.... Cadillac insists problem is tires... This vehicle purchased with2800 miles as certified used with6yr/100k mile warranty on 7/23/2002

Filed May 27, 2004 · Seat belts · FL · crash · 1 injury

Ltr to secy mineta re defective seat belt assembly in a 2000 cadillac VIN [xxx], seat belt unlatched during a crash on december 15, 2001 requesting a defect investigation, s10-040521-004. *la the consumer stated that the seat belt unlatched when the seat belt buckle cover broke apart. Received serious spinal injuries. According to the sdm download there was an approximate 30 MPH delta v. Cw the consumer was involved in an accident with another vehicle. The seat belt locked then seconds later, the seat belt unlatched leaving the consumer unrestrained. The consumer suffered head injuries, spinal cord injuries, nerve damage, massive soft tissue injuries and a fractured rib. *nm *sc *jb information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 2, 2003 · Electrical · 20,000 miles · CA

Car stalls with no warning while driving, even at highway speeds. The dealers know that this occurs often on this model, but there is no recall. This is extremely dangerous while driving on the highway in traffic and could have easily caused fatal accidents from stopping in the middle of the highway. Car is practically new.

Filed Sep 25, 2002 · Brakes · CO

Consumer states that while driving the vehicle consumer try to brake and there was no brakes.dealer was contacted. Nlm

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Is the 2000 Cadillac STS reliable?

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the 2000 Cadillac STS, close to a typical STS model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Cadillac STS?

Electrical system, with 3 complaints. Next is engine (3).

How many recalls does the 2000 Cadillac STS have?

1 recall, covering steering.

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