4.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
29,045 miles

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problem #11

Apr 012010

DeVille

  • 45,000 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Cadillac Deville. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted; however, the failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure was unable to be determined. The contact retrieved codes from the on board computer: Pass key open/shorter pellet, pass key wrong and fuel sensor feedback shorted high. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.

- Manhasset Hills, NY, USA

problem #10

Jan 232015

DeVille

  • 107,000 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Cadillac Deville. The contact stated that while at a mechanic for a routine service, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and an auto repair center. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000.

- Stockbridge, GA, USA

problem #9

Dec 212012

DeVille 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
1999 Cadillac Deville vehicle went completely dead. The consumer stated she had no brakes or power steering.

- Yerington, NV, USA

problem #8

Jun 112011

DeVille 4WD 8-cyl

  • 50,000 miles
I was driving light came on car failed to stop pulled toone side took it to rinkle Cadillac was told it was ABS module covered by GM they had recall went back several times finally the Y told they could not get part not to drive car in wet weather or winter car is own by senior lady bought new only 70000miles kept in garage car is listed fleetwood limited limited amount made this is my second time applying never got answer yet my husband wrote in first time.

- Sterling Heights, MI, USA

problem #7

Jul 112001

DeVille

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 1999 Cadillac Deville. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 mph, the engine stalled with the illumination of the warning indicator. The vehicle restarted after being shifted into neutral. The failure recurred four times. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who was unable to duplicate the problem. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. The VIN was unavailable.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #6

Feb 012004

DeVille 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Car has been shutting down intermittently while driving. Just shuts off. Consumer loses all power brakes, and steering, etc, . consumer said that there aren't any warning lights before vehicle shuts off. Once the consumer stops the vehicle, it has to be restarted and is ok until the next occurrence.

- Southfield, MI, USA

problem #5

Jun 242004

DeVille 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 57,500 miles
While driving the vehicle stalled without warning. When this occurred the vehicle lost power brakes and steering and was difficult to steer. The vehicle was driven to the dealership. The stalling was related to a failure in the main computer chip. The dealership is awaiting parts to service the vehicle. They are also going to re-clean the engine because of excessive oil consumption. The egr valve failed and caused the vehicle to stall.

- Waldo, ME, USA

problem #4

Dec 192000

DeVille

  • miles
Consumer states that the service ride system and service stability lights illuminated, the stability/ABS have engaged while driving, this causes vehicle to decelerate significally, dealer has replaced the steering wheel sensor, repaired separated link at the left front position sensor and cleaned the corroded grounds located at the electronic braking and traction control module, dealer has not been able to remedy the problem.

- Gaithersburg, MD, USA

problem #3

May 022001

DeVille

  • miles
While traveling at approximately 75 mph during night hours vehicle lost all electrical systems, and engine stopped. After 10 minutes, consumer was able to get vehicle started. Also, brake operation was spongy, and operated erratically afterwards. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

- Huntsville, UT, USA

problem #2

Feb 212001

(reported on)

DeVille

  • miles
While driving electrical system shutdown. Instrument panel would flash different lights on/off. Then, vehicle would shake. It finally stalled out. Computer has been replaced.

- Smyrna, TN, USA

problem #1

Aug 021999

(reported on)

DeVille

  • miles
Remote control for power doors/locks does not open the door. Also, windshield wipers do not come on unless turned on high, and when car is put in reverse the power doors do not lock. Dealer cannot fix.

- Hilton Head Island, SC, USA