Power Train Related Problems of the 1997 Cadillac Catera

Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 1997 Cadillac Catera. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission control module (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Cadillac Catera


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1997 Cadillac Catera

The Automatic Transmission Control Module problem

The abs and traction control system failed on my 1997 Cadillac Catera in kingsport, TN during a snowstorm. This resulted in a loss of control of the vehicle and un-drivability of the car during inclement weather.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

No summary listed for above vehicle.   Read details...

The Transmission Slip Out Of Gear problem

At 85,263 miles the car would not shift out of 1st gear. Dealership analysis was "transmission coming apart internally". No parts available for repair. Required a new transmission at a cost of $2997. 86. There is no way a transmission should come apart with only 85,000 miles on it.   Read details...


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