Engine have a problem with oil pressure that stay below minimum at idle when engine is at operating temp. Front control arm bushing fail with less then 90000 miles. Auto transmission fail with less then 90000 miles. Have engagement problems and shifting problem.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

Cadillac cater 1998 experienced multiple failure that caused engine damage. The trunk light bulbs failed. The trunk light bar failed. The key fob failed. The cd player failed. The window washer hose failed. The switch for heating and cooling system had to be replaced. The bottom gear of the crankshaft broke causing engine damage. The front and rear end had to be aligned due to the vehicle pulling to the right. The center link was also replaced.

- Beloit, WI, USA

Sensors went bad. Oil currently in the engine, head gaskets gone. Too much play in the steering column. Crank sensor and ignition coil pack repair

- Detroit, MI, USA

Rear tire wore out prematurely, causing tire tread on the inside to show. Dealer notified. The rear tires wore on the inside because of too much negative camber. New tires were purchased and installed. The consumers case went to arbitration but was rejected because the problem would require a design change which was beyond the scope of arbitration. The consumer called Cadillac to but a retrofit kit to adjust the camber but no kit was available. A design change was made which was not interchangeable. The manufacturer made a design change and the consumer believes they should retrofit all 1998 Catera's.

- Williamsburg, VA, USA

Tires are wearing out on rear more than others. Also, front tires are wearing out. Consumer adds that dealer installed 4 new tires, however the tires wore out in 10,000 miles. Dealer is not willing to do anything more regarding this manufacturer defect with vehicle, possible suspension problem.

- Palm Desert, CA, USA

Warped tires from aligment caused vehicle to vibrate. Vehicle didn't have a real aligmnent, dealership was aware of problem. Consumer states that all tires need replaced every 18000 miles, consumer uses Goodyear Eagle rsa, P225/55R16, dot number E130294097 tires.

- Savannah, GA, USA