1995 Cadillac Deville engine problems

Filed Jun 29, 2016 · Engine, Fuel system · 124,000 miles · AZ · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 cadillac deville. While driving approximately 55 MPH, a large amound of smoke appeared from the front driver side. The contact pulled the vehicle over, opened the hood, and noticed flames. The contact extinguished the fire and the vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was diagnosed that there was a fuel rail leakage. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v110000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 124,000.

Filed Oct 7, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · 148,500 miles · DE

While driving up an incline on hot day with AC on I got message no charge, and "engine hot shutdown soon", & AC compressor off! (a no brainer with belt shredded!!) as well as steering going numb. When I looked under the hood the serpentine belt had slipped off the pulleys & shredded. Upon closer inspection it was determined that the power steering pump "adapter" has a leak that drips oil directly onto the belt & pulleys which are smooth with nothing to stop belt from sliding off should a leak occurs. I have been unable to find "power steering pump adapter" in salvage yard & its out of production at gm & not in stock at my local dealer.

Filed Jan 16, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · 103,000 miles · AR

Severe vibration between 50 to 80 mi. Per hour. Have spent over $1000.00 to try to remedy problem. Dealership said they can't do anymore and it must be a manufacturing defect. There is also a very loud popping noise when the steering wheel is turned in either direction. It comes from either side and possibly chassis. At first thought it was struts or bearings. Complete front end repair did not fix the noise. Car has never been in an accident either. There is also a problem with changing gear shift from parking to reverse or drive on an incline. Sometimes it jams and has to be jerked very had to go into gear. Other times it slips from gear to another. Have replaced brakes 2 times. Still has shudder upon pressing brakes regardless of speed. An offensive odor like rotten eggs, especially when using air conditioner. Dealership said they found this a lot in this certain vehicle. They do not know how to fix. It is a manufacturing defect. Owner before me has already replace the ignition module. A dealership said another manufacturing defect. Fuel pump wires were burned and replaced by previous owner. Battery cables also shorted out and were replaced on 8/29/03. Battery continues to be drained if vehicle has not been started within a 3 day period.

Filed Mar 5, 2003 · Engine · 140,000 miles · GA

Car loses detonation and won't always restart right away. Has happened numerous times even at highway speeds. Engine completely stops. Other electrical systems are still working. Car stalls. This is very much a safety issue and has happened once going 65 MPH on the freeway.

Filed Sep 9, 2002 · Electrical, Engine · SD

Consumer does not feel safe with vehicle due to unexpected power failure. Had no other choice but to sell vehicle. Vehicle has had repairs on the following: water pump, fuel system, and ignition module. None of which solved the problem). Dealer wanted to give the consumer a $1000.00 owner loyalty certificate which could be used upon the trade of a new vehicle. But the consumer felt that was inadequate and traded the vehicle in on his own terms after having numerous difficulties w/various dealership representatives(stated in letter). Consumer expects to receive a refund of the monies he had spent on getting the vehicle repaired. *scc...

Filed Aug 24, 2001 · Engine, Suspension · MO

While servicing vehicle independent repair shop informed consumer of a strut rod and front engine mounts being broken, and needed to be replaced. Manufacturer was notified, and informed consumer that those parts were not covered under a recall.

Filed Aug 2, 2001 · Engine · NY

This has occurred on expressway 3 times. Engine quits and loses all power . Will start up when you stop and put in park. This is very dangerous on expressways. Vehicle is now at cadillac service trying to find problem. Will not drive this car until repaired. When engine quits all power is lost. Wife has arthritis in her hands. This is her car.

Filed Sep 14, 2000 · Engine · LA

The vehicle stalls without any warning, when stalling occurs the vehicle experiences loss of steering control.

Filed Aug 7, 2000 · Engine · IL

When attempting to start vehicle engine will crank, but neglects to turn over. Consumer noted that after several attempts vehicle will start. When driving vehicle will cut off without prior warning which causes loss of all power. Consumer has contacted deale. Dealer was unable to determine the cause. Please provide any further details.

Filed Mar 4, 2000 · Engine · SC

The failure of motor mounts are not identified under " engine" for failed components as I am sure this is a generic design problem with this engine.