1986 Cadillac Deville Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

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).

2Recalls
22Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Deville?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1986 Cadillac Deville recalls

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

Recall 87V093Jun 23, 19876,004 vehicles affected

Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch

Recall 86V056Apr 28, 198693,317 vehicles affected

Most common 1986 Cadillac Deville problems

Problem areas named in the 22 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling11
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Power Train3
Electrical System2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Structure1
Seat Belts1
Steering1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1

What owners report

2008-10-08, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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
2000-04-18, Engine And Engine Cooling
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
2000-03-13, Engine And Engine Cooling
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
1999-12-29, Latches/Locks/Linkages
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
1999-10-29, Power Train
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.

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