Cadillac DeVille Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Cadillac DeVille — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005Best | Good | 1 | 61 | 7 | 7 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2004 | Caution | 1 | 101 | 10 | 9 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2003 | Caution | 2 | 107 | 10 | 13 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2002 | Caution | 2 | 113 | 12 | 13 | 1 | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2001 | Caution | 1 | 117 | 13 | 9 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2000Worst | Avoid | 3 | 149 | 34 | 32 | 12 | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 1999 | Caution | — | 129 | 11 | 16 | 1 | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 1998 | Avoid | 1 | 165 | 10 | 11 | 1 | Exterior Lighting | Full report → |
| 1997 | Avoid | 1 | 181 | 3 | 1 | — | Exterior Lighting | Full report → |
| 1996 | Caution | 1 | 142 | 6 | 4 | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 1995 | Caution | 1 | 103 | 3 | 9 | 4 | Fuel System / Gasoline | Full report → |
| 1994 | Caution | — | 105 | 9 | 6 | — | Engine And Engine Cooling | Full report → |
| 1993 | Good | 1 | 77 | 4 | 6 | — | Service Brakes / Hydraulic | Full report → |
| 1992 | Caution | 1 | 85 | 8 | 10 | — | Fuel System / Gasoline | Full report → |
14 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Cadillac DeVille Problems
Based on 1,635 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
DeVille Years to Avoid
Best DeVille Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Cadillac DeVille Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Cadillac DeVille Reliability
What year DeVille has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2000 Cadillac DeVille had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 149 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2000 report for specific defects.
Is the Cadillac DeVille reliable?
The Cadillac DeVille has accumulated 1,635 owner-filed complaints and 16 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 19 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2005 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used DeVille.
What are the most common DeVille problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Electrical System (209 reports), Engine And Engine Cooling (205 reports), Air Bags (156 reports), Service Brakes / Hydraulic (154 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my DeVille has an open recall?
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