2003 Cadillac Deville engine problems

Filed Nov 20, 2021 · Brakes, Electrical · ID

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.

Filed Oct 30, 2018 · Engine · 79,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 cadillac deville. The contact stated that the service engine light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the arrowhead cadillac (8310 w bell rd, glendale, az 85308 (623) 455-6910) where it was informed that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted however no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 79,000. The VIN was not available. *tt VIN is invalid.

Filed May 31, 2018 · Airbags, Electrical · GA

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.

Filed Dec 28, 2015 · Airbags, Engine · IN

2003 cadillac deville. Consumer writes in regards to several mechanical defect issues. *smd consumer sent additional correspondence. *smd the consumer stated the water pump and radiator leaked resulting in a coolant leak, and the engine overheating. An independent mechanic determined the metal brackets holding the left side tank had rusted and caused a crack in the left radiator tank. The engine developed an oil leak from the lower crankcase of the engine block. The oil leak caused a defective design in the lower crank shaft. The mechanic informed the consumer the engine needed to be removed to properly repair the oil leak. Also, the tire pressure light illuminated. *jb the consumer stated that a diagnostic from onstar of the vehicle displayed a malfunctioned airbag. *js the consumer requested a formal investigation into these issues. The consumer stated that only a $5,000 gift card would be an acceptable reimbursement.

Filed Oct 27, 2015 · Engine · 60,000 miles · PA

My engine leaks oil from the seals. It was always dealer maintained for regular maintenance with low mileage. It started 3 years ago. I noticed you recalled other vehicles for this problem. My engine is a v8. Regular oil changes etc. It continues to leak. Dealer wants $2,500 to fix seals. The way I drive it with low millage of 60,000 miles it should not have leaked. Just read about recall of other gm cars on 27 oct. 2015.

Filed Apr 3, 2015 · Engine · 64,020 miles · MS

After taking off from a stop sign, I drove up over about 1 1/2 inch vertical rise in the pavement (small bump). The engine and electrical systems shut down. I lost power stirring and power brakes. I got stopped and restarted the engine. This occurred about 3 days after I had taken my car to the gm dealer for repairs covered by gm recall 14299, "unintended ignition key rotation". My key did not rotate. Yesterday april 2, 2015 when driving 45 MPH on a state highway, the engine stopped again without hitting any bumps. I was able to coast, put the car in neutral, and restart the engine, before the car behind me could hit me. There was no shoulder to pull off.again there was no key rotation. I called my gm dealer after the first occurrence and was told I would have to pay for a new ignition switch or what ever was causing the problem. The recall only removed all other keys from the ignition key ring. This is a very dangerous defect that gm needs another recall to fix this sudden engine and electrical system shut down because if there is a crash the air bags will not deploy. Also lost of power steering and power brakes makes control of the car very difficult.

Filed Dec 18, 2014 · Engine, Steering · 900,000 miles · SC

Notified last summer (2014) about recall...in september (2014) notified to schedule an appointment for the repair...have called the local dealer several times....dealer does not have the necessary materials to correct the problem. Have experienced several times the ignition turning off....(the reason for the recall)...fortunately have not had an accident. What is holding up the repairs? Why send a letter instructing us to now get it repaired when the local dealer does not have the materials needed? Very frustrating!!!!

Filed Oct 31, 2014 · Airbags, Engine · 145,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 cadillac deville. The contact stated while driving various speeds, the check engine and the air bag warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the driver side air bag inflator module and the throttle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 145,000. Updated 01/22/15*cn updated 8/31/2017

Filed Oct 20, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 174,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 cadillac deville. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and required a jump to be restarted. Also, the contact stated that the key failed to enter the ignition and the steering wheel seized. The failure recurred multiple times. The contact received a notification for recall the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system). The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 174,000.

Filed Sep 30, 2014 · Engine · 86,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 cadillac deville. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the temperature warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle overheated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that there was a blown head gasket, which caused internal damage to the engine. The engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.