I see this affects many years and models. Its the security system thinking the car is being tampered with after a new battery is installed. This car wont start as many others. It gets juice to the fuel pump lights and dash. Jumped the fuse to the starter and cae turns over but wont start. Ot will lock you out. No dealers or mechanics know what this problem is. So we have no choice but to junk the car. This is ridiculous. I'm one po'd cadillac owner!!!
Cadillac Deville fuel pump problems
57 of the 2,538 owner complaints about the Cadillac Deville describe fuel pump failure, most of them for the 1995 model year.
- owner complaints
- 57
- worst model year
- 1995
- typical mileage
- 59,550
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Stalling 18Won't start 5Loss of power 3Fire or smoke 2Steering noise 1Slipping 1Shudder 1Power steering loss 1
What owners say
I had no idea this vehicle was under recall I actually own a 1984 cadillac sedan deville, it had a gas leak which rotted out the timing chain casing, and knocked teeth down into the gear box. I just realized this car was recalled because of the fuel leaks and the rotting parts under the engine compartment. I paid nearly 6,000 in 2004 thinking I was buying a great collector one time previous owner. Then I ended up with a lemon, I stored it cause I see they sell for around 35k fixed up. But I believe this should still be covered under the recall the engine and fuel pump work.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac deville. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician repaired a wire in the fuel pump. However, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 cadillac deville. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to show the correct fuel level reading. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed the fuel pump and sensor needed to be replaced. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,000 and the current mileage was 90,000. Updated 12/22/14*lj updated 02/03/15
Strong odor of fuel under driver side in between driver and passenger door ...fuel pump slowly went out ..replaced fuel pump odder became worse now having to remove the fuel tank and check all fittings and hoses for a leak crack split...???
I bought a 2003 deville the fuel pump stays on code says high pressure or low fuel presser or multi misfire . And says checklow coolant which is full and also tire monitor . I was told buy the place I bought from told me their was a recall / im afraid it well catch fire I have kids./ like to know if their is one so I can take it to get fixed.
2001 deville car dies when ever it wants for no reason. Why has there been no recalls for this engine that is on many years. Sensors replacing does no good and the fuel filter change and fuel pump does no good. And replacing the battery does no good. It is the engine and no one has a cure. When someone gets killed maybe there will be a recall then.
$3440.72 of repairs from jan 05 to aug 06, includes air bags, computer problems, electric windows, air conditioner,fuel pump,water pump,electric seat heater,etc. On a 2001 cadillac dts with 60038 miles. All fixed by dealer and extended warranty. We paid #50.00 deductible for each trip to service dept. 8 times since jan 05. The complaint is regarding the number of times we have been without a vehicle and the numerous repairs on a car that is suppose to be well made, and of course is very expensive. We are selling this vehicle because it is not reliable and will have to withdraw several thousand dollars to make up the difference of the sale value and what we owe. We would be keeping the car until paid for if there had not been so many problems. This car is kept in a garage at all times,and we have it serviced every 3000 miles and have done this since we bought the car in dec 2003. Please contact us regarding any additional information needed. Thank you.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds on the highway, the engine stalled without warning. The engine did not restart and was towed to an independent repair shop for inspection. The mechanic determined the fuel pump assembly was inoperative and revealed frayed, melted wires. The fuel pump assembly was replaced.
I own a 95 cadillac that had less than 3000 miles on it when I got it in 95. In 2000 the fuel pump shorted out in the fuel tank burning up the fuel pump and the wiring harness going to it. I had the car repaired at stutzman cadillac in winchester va. In november 2005 the same thing happened again. I called cadillac main office and talked to told them about what had happened. The only reply I got from them was they were sorry that I was having problems with the car. The first time this happened the car had 43000 miles on it . It now has 81000. It seems to me that there ought to be a fuse or something to keep this from happening.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Some passenger vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. Additionally, the 1995 model year uses a unique underhood fuel return line that may crack. Cracking of the fuel rail or return line tubing can result in a fuel leak into the engine compartment.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine fuel rail with a new stainless steel fuel rail. Dealers will also install a revised chassis fuel return line. The recall began on june 2, 2004, for 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora vehicles. Owners of 1995 cadillacs and 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora were sent letters on august 6, 2004. Additional letters to owners will be forthcoming. Owners should contact oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537.
Recall number 04V110000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain cadillac deville and seville passenger vehicles, funeral coaches, and limousines equipped with a v8 (4.6l) engine, oldsmobile aurora passenger vehicles equipped with a v8 (4.0l ) engine, and pontiac bonneville ssei passenger vehicles equipped with a supercharged v6 (3.8l) engine, the fuel tank pressure sensors are unusually susceptible to malfunctions. If the sensor malfunctions, excessive vacuum can be applied during self-diagnostic testing.
- Risk
- Fuel system components can be damaged and fuel can leak from the vehicle when it is refueled. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank pressure sensor. Owner notification began on october 17, 2003. Owners should contact cadillac at 1‑866‑982‑2339; oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537; or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668.
Recall number 03V238000 · Recall details
Questions about the Cadillac Deville fuel pump
Which Cadillac Deville years have fuel pump failure problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1995 (22 complaints), 1994 (10 complaints) and 1996 (10 complaints).
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