CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Cadillac Deville has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 145 complaints with NHTSA, including 15 crashes, 15 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (55 reports).
2003 Cadillac Deville recalls
Most common 2003 Cadillac Deville problems
Problem areas named in the 145 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 55 |
| Air Bags | 26 |
| Engine | 16 |
| Power Train | 14 |
| Steering | 12 |
| Visibility | 10 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2003 Cadillac Deville. The contact stated that the ignition switch seized. Occasionally, the contact was able to wiggle the switch for the ignition to operate. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed to turn or operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was able to replace the ignition switch on three or four occasions. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.
The contact owns a 2003 Cadillac DeVille. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The power steering was inoperable. In addition, the contact stated that the message that the key was not detected was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle was recently serviced at the dealer under Manufacturer Recall Number: N140299. The contact stated that the failure had occurred before receiving the recall repair notification. The failure reoccurred after the recall repair was completed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mil
I tried to explain to the dealership that unaware of the recall my cars breaks had failed and crashed my vehicle. They said the only thing that was affected was the key. I had told her that the result of my crash was from my breaks not working due to the recall. She told me no that that wasnt affected. I just want my car to be safe on the road as i have kids, and family that ride with me regularly.
WHEN I GOT THE CAR THE CAR WASN'T PAINTED GOOD AT ALL AND THE IGNITION COIL WAS BAD. *TR
THE ABS & TRACTION CONTROL INDICATORS COME UP ON THE SCREEN ALONG WITH CHECK AS I'M DRIVING. WHEN THIS HAPPENS MY BRAKES MAKE A WEIRD SOUND LIKE A SPRUNG SPRING AND THE BRAKES FEEL LIKE THEY'RE GONE BUT THEY'RE NOT. IT'S SCARY BE SURE I FEEL I MAY NOT BE ABLE TO STOP WHICH TO ME IS A SAFETY HAZARD. NO CODES SHOW EVEN THOUGH THE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON, BUT NONE OF THE INDICATOR LIGHTS EVER STAY ON VERY LONG, IT'S OFF AND ON , OFF AND ON, JUST POPS UP OCCASIONALLY, ALL 3 TOGETHER EVERY TIME. IT MAY GO DAYS BEFORE THEY DECIDE TO POP UP ON THE DASH AGAIN. THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPEN I WAS JUST HEADING OUT FOR WORK SO THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN DRIVEN SINCE THE PRIOR DAY IT WAS STABLE ON LEVEL GROUND AS
2003 Cadillac Deville questions
Does the 2003 Cadillac Deville have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2003 Cadillac Deville: Electrical System:Ignition; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Cadillac Deville?
Based on 145 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (55), Air Bags (26), Engine (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 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.