Tl*the contact owns a 1996 cadillac deville. The contact stated that the rubber part of the brake line split into two separate pieces while driving 35 MPH. The brakes could not be used and the emergency brake and gears were applied to stop the vehicle from moving. General motors stated that someone would look into the failure at some point. The contact is a mechanic and stated that he has never seen this type of incident occur on a vehicle. He stated that the bracket that is attached to the strut is being stretched beyond its limit, which after time will eventually split. The failure mileage was 138,210 and current mileage was 138,449. Updated 09/10/08 *bf the metal bracket that holds the rubber part of the brake line is cutting the rubber line right at the top of the bracket . Updated 09/18/08.
1996 Cadillac Deville brakes problems
21 complaints (10% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 21
- of this car's complaints
- 10%
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip7
- Foundation components4
- Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings3
- Foundation components: disc3
- Foundation components: disc: rotor2
- Pedals and linkages1
- Foundation components: disc: pads1
- Conventional1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Cadillac Deville brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Cadillac Deville brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1996 Cadillac Deville owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Replacement of brake controller 1996 cadillac concours at a cost of 1400.00. Approaching stop sign at low speed brakes failed causing car to stop beyond stop sign. I notice that 1997 and later cadillacs have been recalled for this same problem. I am sure gm is aware that 1996 models have the same defect so why have they not covered 1996 models?
Dt: while driving caller tries to slow down and without warning the brakes lose power. While at the stop light it accelerates, and she has to fight the car to keep it stopped. While in park it races at 2125 rpms. Had car to dealer 4 times for same problem. Dealer said it was a chip in computer. Car will be towed again tonight. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet. Manufacturer was called the last time this happened.
The steel lines to the front of the wheels rusted through causing brake fluid to leak. As a result the vehicle had no brakes. *nm *sc
I bought a car from a x-police officer for a very good price. It ran well I had it checked out. Brakes and all. They were fine. Well I noticed the stopping distance was very long before all of this happened,. Well to make it short I slighty hit a curb and that was it. The car is totaled.
Brakes failed while going 10mph. When the brakes were applied trying to avoid an accident, brake line bursted from rusting. Dealer was notified. *ak
When brakes were applied they didn't hold. Smoke was coming from hood. Unable to steer vehicle, steering locked up. Vehicle caught on fire, and was totalled.
Vehicle is going 45-55mph it starts to decelerate. Steering gets stiff. Oil pressure light comes on, and when brakes are applied vehicle begins to accelerate without pressing on accelerator pedal. Problem has duplicated itself many times, but dealer can't duplicate this problem to find a solution. Once vehicle is restarted there is no problem.
The disc mounting assembly of the rear brakes is held in place by a single undersize screw on each side. This screw can shear, resulting in the pedal going to the floor with a complete loss of braking ability.
Gas pedal repair
Questions about the 1996 Cadillac Deville brakes
Does the 1996 Cadillac Deville have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 21 complaints about the brakes of the 1996 Cadillac Deville, 10% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1996 Cadillac Deville brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Cadillac Deville brakes?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Cadillac Deville have bad brakes?
The Cadillac Deville model years with the most brakes complaints are 1997 (62 complaints), 1998 (36 complaints) and 1991 (29 complaints).
Other 1996 Cadillac Deville problems
Steering 43Engine 41Fuel system 35Acceleration 21Electrical 17Airbags 14Lights 12Transmission 10Suspension 9Seats 7Body 5Tires 5Seat belts 4Locks 3Wheels 3Visibility 2
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