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.
2003 Cadillac Deville electrical problems
52 complaints (36% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 58,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 52
- of this car's complaints
- 36%
- typical mileage
- 58,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Ignition4
- Wiring: interior/under dash1
- Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers1
- Wiring1
- Ignition: switch1
- Ignition: module1
- Ignition: anti-theft: control module1
- 12v/24v/48v battery1
At what mileage
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Cadillac Deville electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2003 Cadillac Deville electrical
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Electrical system: ignition
- What is wrong
- This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
- Risk
- If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1‑800‑521‑7300 (Buick), 1‑800‑458‑8006 (Cadillac), and 1‑800‑222‑1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14299.
Recall number 14V355000 · Recall details
What 2003 Cadillac Deville owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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 mileage was approximately 200,000.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 cadillac deville. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed to start the vehicle and the key was hard to remove from the ignition. In addition, the air bag warning indicator illuminated upon attempting to start the vehicle, which was a safety concern. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence where an independent mechanic diagnosed that a security module failed and there was a disconnection of the electrical system. The vehicle was then taken to vinings enterprises inc. (904 n tennessee st, cartersville, ga 30120, (770) 382-2007), but the failure could not be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Ignition recall: on 12 march 2015 I took my 2003 cadillac deville into valley cadillac rochester, ny as part of the gm ignition recall. Prior to that my vehicle would just shut down for no reason. After having my vehicle serviced, I hit a pot hole on the city street and my vehicle stopped running. Last week I was turning a corner after coming off the freeway off ramp turning on to a city street and my vehicle stopped again and everything locked up. The recall fix did not repair my vehicle. I am calling valley cadillac first thing monday to get it serviced again.
My car turns off while driving. No power for brakes, steering or lights. I had recall for key rotation completed last week but my car turned off last night while doing 70 on interstate. The mossy of picayune dealership states that the recall may not be the cause but from what I read before taking car in...the problem with key rotation causes car to turn off without warning. I consider this a life threatening problem and need to know how to proceed to prevent bodily harm to myself and possibly others. The car had been turning off prior to the recall.
2003 cadillac deville. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall parts installation issues. *smd the consumer would like to have the part sent to her, in order for her mechanic to install the part. The consumer stated she lives a long way from the nearest gm dealer.
2003 cadillac deville. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch issues. *smd the consumer stated the recall repair was not effective. The consumer stated the ignition switch should have been replaced, as the vehicle shut off while driving in traffic. The consumer had to put the vehicle in neutral and re-start the vehicle. The vehicle usually re-started, but a times when he turned the switch nothing happened. Also, the air bag light illuminated on an intermittent basis.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 cadillac deville. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system) however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Questions about the 2003 Cadillac Deville electrical
Does the 2003 Cadillac Deville have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 52 complaints about the electrical of the 2003 Cadillac Deville, 36% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2003 Cadillac Deville electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 58,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Cadillac Deville electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 14V355000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Cadillac Deville have the most electrical problems?
The Cadillac Deville model years with the most electrical complaints are 2000 (60 complaints), 2003 (52 complaints) and 2004 (47 complaints).
Other 2003 Cadillac Deville problems
Engine 26Airbags 25Brakes 16Transmission 14Steering 12Visibility 11Fuel system 9Acceleration 7Body 6Suspension 3Tires 3Driver assistance 2Seat belts 2Wheels 2Lights 1Seats 1
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