4.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
22,429 miles

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problem #7

Jun 152006

DeVille 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 111,000 miles
: the contact stated while driving various speeds on the highway, the engine stalled without warning. The engine did not restart and was towed to an independent repair shop for inspection. The mechanic determined the fuel pump assembly was inoperative and revealed frayed, melted wires. The fuel pump assembly was replaced.

- Manassas, VA, USA

problem #6

Jan 062005

DeVille

  • Automatic transmission
  • 46,000 miles
After bringing the vehicle to dealer for fuel rail recall repairs vehicle started up slowly. Then, consumer took the vehicle to dealer for an oil change, and mechanic discovered ranched, pliers, and a socket extension. Dealer was contacted, and they stated they wanted them back. Vehicle was still running very roughly, and the dealer wanted to replace the fuel pump. The consumer was charged $50 to analyze the defect.

- Shelbyville, IL, USA

problem #5

Feb 152002

DeVille

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine stalled while driving. Dealer determined fuel pump had shorted out, causing the stalling. Fuel pump was replaced.

- Fredrick, MD, USA

problem #4

Dec 152001

DeVille

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving at 5-10 mph vehicle lost all power steering and various other components. Consumer noted that engine was still on. Consumer has contacted dealer; dealer has replaced fuel pump.

- East Greenbush, NY, USA

problem #3

Mar 082000

(reported on)

DeVille

  • miles
When driving vehicle cuts off without prior warning, causing the steering wheel to lock up. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced the fuel pump and other parts.

- Silver Spring, MD, USA

problem #2

Jan 212000

(reported on)

DeVille

  • miles
When traveling vehicle cut off without prior warning. Consumer contacted the dealer, dealer stated the fuel pump needed replacing. Dealer has replaced the fuel pump.

- Suitland, MD, USA

problem #1

Oct 271997

(reported on)

DeVille

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Fuel pump failed.

- La Jolla, CA, USA