The contact owns a 1999 Cadillac DeVille. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle started overheating. The contact was able to pull over and had the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The contact was informed of an oil leak. The contact stated that the water pump, thermostat, reserve tank, and the stretch were replaced; however, the failure reoccurred. The dealer was contacted and stated that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was transferred to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was 69,000.
The worst 1999 Cadillac Deville problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Engine51
- Airbags49
- Brakes20
- Electrical20
- Steering13
- Acceleration11
- Suspension9
- Fuel system8
- Tires8
- Body6
- Visibility6
- Lights5
- Transmission5
- Seat belts3
- Wheels2
- Driver assistance1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Cadillac Deville
Stalling 22Overheating 14Engine failure 10No deployment 6Airbag light 5Power steering loss 5Tire blowout 5
Recalls 1
Air bags: side/window
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of the side impact sensor modules have quality problems that can cause an inadvertent deployment of the driver or passenger side impact air bags. These side air bags deploy with less force than a frontal air bag and are designed to minimize the risk of serious injury.
- Risk
- However, an occupant can receive some injury from a deployment.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver and passenger side impact sensing modules. If the vehicle has had the side air bags temporarily disconected, the temporary disconnect will be removed before replacing the side impact sensing modules.
Recall number 00V217000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Inadvertent of side impact air bag
There is no summary currently available
EA00004
Inadvertent deployment of side air bag
This side impact air bag can inadvertently deploy due to a number of root caused including: erroneous acceleration inputs or false activation of the air bag deployment algorithm due to an electrical malfunction in the sensing and diagnostic module (sdm); false activation resulting from an electrical short in the sdm wiring harness; and false acceleration inputs resulting from improper sdm installation.in each case, it is possible for the inadvertent deployment to occur without warning.the scope of the engineering analysis is expanded to include my 1997 deville vehicles.odi has identified 253 reports alleging inadvertent deployment of a side impact air bag on 1997-1999 cadillac deville vehicles.gm has made 8 modifications in the manufacturing or design of the side impact system in the subject vehicles some of which are focused on reducing the potential for an electrical short.inadvertent deployment of a side impact air bag can result in unwarranted injuries to occupants and presents the potential for loss of vehicle contol. An engineering analysis is warranted to determine if a potential safety defect exists.
PE99061
Technical service bulletins for the 1999 Cadillac Deville 80
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios...
- This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy...
- This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest...
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios...
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about cooler line...
- Vehicle Recalls
- This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85...
1999 Cadillac Deville fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6L 8‑cyl | FWD | 15 | 24 | 18 |
What 1999 Cadillac Deville owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Hi.my car cadillac de ville de eleganсе1999 42000 miles 1 time changed the wheel. Tell us what the initial rating of this car was .corresponding to the euro 4 class ,to introduce it to europe?who can give you a security certificate?thanks
Car overheated while on freeway engine turned off left me with no steering or brakes.when car was bulit too short. Of header bolts were user.
Tl* the contact owned a 1999 cadillac deville. While making a turn, anti-freeze spilled onto the contact's foot. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the heater core burst due to an improper location and inadequate material. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist. The contact stated that the failure caused her to get skin grafts on her foot. The VIN and failure mileage were not provided.
My clear coat paint is pealling on the hood and roof really bad.
Tl* the contact owns a cosco mini-house (na) safety seat, model number: ic210ckb, model type: disney light and comfy (na). The seat was manufactured on april 20, 2015. The safety seat was being utilized in a 1999 cadillac deville. The contact stated that the handles of the child seat fractured. In addition, the seat belt straps were loose and weak. The child was in the safety seat at the time of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The purchase date was unknown.
Up to this day it has been fine, but now my costco scenera car seat won't unlatch the bottom buckle. It acts like it is stuck and I cannot get my son out without having to pry. I haven't done anything to correct it as I don't know how.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 cadillac deville. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted; however, the failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure was unable to be determined. The contact retrieved codes from the on board computer: pass key open/shorter pellet, pass key wrong and fuel sensor feedback shorted high. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 cadillac deville. The contact stated that while at a mechanic for a routine service, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and an auto repair center. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 cadillac deville. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the engine overheated with the illumination of the warning light. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the engine was turned off. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, who stated there was a blown head gasket. The contact stated that the manufacturer issued a voluntary recall in which the remedy would replace the engine. The VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.
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Questions about the 1999 Cadillac Deville
Is the 1999 Cadillac Deville reliable?
Owners have filed 187 complaints about the 1999 Cadillac Deville, close to a typical Deville model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Cadillac Deville?
Engine and cooling, with 51 complaints, typically around 74,000 miles. Next is airbags (49).
How many recalls does the 1999 Cadillac Deville have?
1 recall, covering air bags.
What gas mileage does the 1999 Cadillac Deville get?
Official estimates for the 1999 Cadillac Deville range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.6L 8-cyl, FWD) gets 15 city and 24 highway.
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