1997 cadillac deville experiencing multiple transmission failures.***no answer required***.*mr the consumer was told the problem was the torque converter and a faulty bearing in the transmission which was replaced, however in june 2003 the transmission was replaced again. The transmission has been replaced two times.
1997 Cadillac Deville transmission problems
11 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 11
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)6
- Automatic transmission3
- Automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Cadillac Deville transmission problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1997 Cadillac Deville owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
High oil consumption, was told by service man that all cadillac's have very thin rings and general motors is working on a new one. But they won't do anything about the ones already out.
Traction control system failed, dealer denied there was a recall on the traction control module as per the federal safety agency.
Intermittently while driving vehicle stalls. This may cause a very serious crash, which can lead to death. Dealer and the manufacturer have been notified. Vehicle has been seen by the dealership 4 times. But, problem has not been corrected. *ak
Transmission computer wires were improperly placed on the transmission which melted disabling gear shift. Yh
Recall work for replacement of the electronic brake and traction control module denied due to lack of parts.
Traction control light comes on and car shudders, occurs between 0 and 6 MPH.
At time of delivery trunk lid did not close properly.
Traction system engages without cause effecting braking ability.
Consumer complains that design of traction control is insufficient for climbing steep grades.
Questions about the 1997 Cadillac Deville transmission
Does the 1997 Cadillac Deville have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the transmission of the 1997 Cadillac Deville, 4% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1997 Cadillac Deville transmission problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Cadillac Deville transmission?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Cadillac Deville have bad transmission?
The Cadillac Deville model years with the most transmission complaints are 1993 (18 complaints), 2002 (15 complaints) and 2003 (14 complaints).
Other 1997 Cadillac Deville problems
Brakes 62Engine 48Fuel system 40Lights 32Electrical 28Steering 22Airbags 10Suspension 10Seats 8Body 5Visibility 5Acceleration 3Seat belts 3Tires 3Driver assistance 2Wheels 2
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