8.8

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
2,700 miles

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problem #1

Jun 102004

DeVille 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 2,700 miles
Started engine; heard loud continuous pinging sound; shut engine down. This could damage engine. Had car towed to dealer who said it was carbon buildup. Car has 2700 miles on it. Must be defective Cadillac. Dealer says problem is normal.

- Fredericksburg, VA, USA