Is the Cadillac DeVille Reliable?
1992–2005 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Cadillac DeVille Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1 | 61 | 7 | — | 62 | Fair |
| 2004 | 1 | 101 | 9 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 2003 | 3 | 107 | 13 | — | 49 | Fair |
| 2002 | 3 | 113 | 13 | 1 | 41 | Poor |
| 2001 | 2 | 117 | 9 | — | 56 | Fair |
| 2000 | 3 | 149 | 32 | 12 | 0 | Poor |
| 1999 | 0 | 129 | 16 | 1 | 54 | Fair |
| 1998 | 1 | 165 | 11 | 1 | 52 | Fair |
| 1997 | 1 | 181 | 1 | — | 65 | Good |
| 1996 | 2 | 142 | 4 | — | 58 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the DeVille Compares to Similar Vehicles
The DeVille scores 22 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Cadillac DeVille Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1265 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cadillac DeVille reliable?+
The Cadillac DeVille scores 50/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 17 recall campaigns and 1265 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year DeVille is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2005 DeVille achieved the highest reliability score of 62/100 with 1 recall and 61 complaints.
How many miles does a DeVille last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Cadillac DeVille owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used DeVille will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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