Cadillac Deville Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 136 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Cadillac Deville across 9 model years. The 1997 model year has the most (34). The words owners use most often: “fuel rail” (30% of reports).
- 136fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 48%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel rail: mentioned in 41 of 136 complaints (30%)
- Consumer smelled: mentioned in 8 of 136 complaints (6%)
- Catch fire: mentioned in 7 of 136 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 69 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 136 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 5 a fire.
Cadillac Deville fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Deville | 5 | 3% | 76,504 |
| 2002 Deville | 6 | 3% | 33,000 |
| 2001 Deville | 6 | 3% | 82,000 |
| 2000 Deville | 4 | 2% | 78,917 |
| 1999 Deville | 8 | 4% | 87,706 |
| 1998 Deville | 8 | 3% | 130,000 |
| 1997 Deville | 34 | 13% | 80,713 |
| 1996 Deville | 33 | 15% | 78,000 |
| 1995 Deville | 32 | 25% | 75,123 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 1995, 1996, 1997
Problem: Some passenger vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. Additionally, the 1995 model year uses a unique underhood fuel return line that may crack. Cracking of the fuel rail or return line tubing can result in a fuel leak into the engine compartment.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine fuel rail with a new stainless steel fuel rail. Dealers will also install a revised chassis fuel return line. The recall began on june 2, 2004, for 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora vehicles. Owners of 1995 cadillacs and 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora were sent letters on august 6, 2004. Additional letters to owners will be forthcoming. Owners should contact oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 2002, 2003
Problem: On certain cadillac deville and seville passenger vehicles, funeral coaches, and limousines equipped with a v8 (4.6l) engine, oldsmobile aurora passenger vehicles equipped with a v8 (4.0l ) engine, and pontiac bonneville ssei passenger vehicles equipped with a supercharged v6 (3.8l) engine, the fuel tank pressure sensors are unusually susceptible to malfunctions. If the sensor malfunctions, excessive vacuum can be applied during self-diagnostic testing.
Risk: Fuel system components can be damaged and fuel can leak from the vehicle when it is refueled. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank pressure sensor. Owner notification began on october 17, 2003. Owners should contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339; oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537; or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
In september of 2014, i received a recall from the state of massachusetts about (1) part that must be repaired in my 2003 cadillac deville sedan: (1) ignition switch 14v355000, the only recall showing up on the gm web-site is the ignition switch and the other three and the first are listed here…
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac deville. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician repaired a wire in the fuel pump. However, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 cadillac deville. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to show the correct fuel level reading. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed the fuel pump and sensor needed to be replaced. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 cadillac deville. The contact stated that while traveling 40 mph, gasoline fuel fumes emitted from the front driver's side of the vehicle. The fuel gauge indicated that there a half of tank of gas was in the tank, when the tank was nearly empty. The vehicle has gone…
I bought a 2003 deville the fuel pump stays on code says high pressure or low fuel presser or multi misfire . And says checklow coolant which is full and also tire monitor . I was told buy the place i bought from told me their was a recall / im afraid it well catch fire i have kids./ like to know…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Cadillac Devilles have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 136 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the Cadillac Deville. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Cadillac Deville fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Cadillac Deville?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel rail”, in 41 of 136 complaints, followed by “consumer smelled” (8).
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