The 1986 Cadillac Deville has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (11 reports).
1986 Cadillac Deville recalls
Most common 1986 Cadillac Deville problems
Problem areas named in the 22 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
What owners report
1986 CADILLAC DEVILLE/FLEETWOOD ABS BRAKE SYSTEM. CONSUMER REQUESTS THAT ENFORCEMENT OF SAME INSPECTION, TESTING AND REPLACEMENT OF THE FAILED BRAKING PARTS FOR HIS VEHICLE. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE ABS DID NOT PERFORM IN A SATISFACTORY MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED THE ABS WAS FLAWED. THE CONSUMER STATED WATER CAME IN CONTACT WITH THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS THAT AFFECTED THE ABS. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED THE ELECTRICAL BRAKE PUMP HARNESS AT NO COST TO HIM. RECALL 87V093000 *JB
CAR DEVELOPED AN OIL LEAK, I THOUGHT IT WAS THE OIL PAN GASKET. TOOK IT TO A DEALERSHIP WHO CHANGED THE OILPAN GASKET. IT STILL LEAKED OIL, SO I REMOVED THE ENGINE. I DISCOVERED THAT THE BLOCK HAD A CRACK FROM THE CRANK SHAFT TO THE CAM SHAFT ON THE REAR OF THE ENGINE. I TRIED TO ALUMINUM WELD IT ONCE, BUT IT STILL LEAKED. *AK
WHILE DRIVING INTO THE DRIVEWAY UPON RETURNING FROM WORK, PARKED THE VEHICLE, NOTICED A PUDDLE OF WATER UNDERNEATH. LIFTED UP THE HOOD, COULD SEE WATER COMING OUT OF THE ENGINE CYLINDER GASKET. *AK
LATCH LOCK ASSEMBLY ON BOTH DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDES BECAME DEFECTIVE, NOT ALLOWING BOTH DOORS TO OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. *AK
NO SUMMARY
1986 Cadillac Deville questions
Does the 1986 Cadillac Deville have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1986 Cadillac Deville: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip; Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Cadillac Deville?
Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (11), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3), Power Train (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Cadillac Deville has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.