Cadillac Deville jerking problems

Filed May 15, 2026 · Transmission · 209,817 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac Deville. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle jerked. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred during the warm weather season. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was serviced for an Emissions tesand the contact was informed that the torque converter clutch door was stuck. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 209.817.

Filed Apr 19, 2020 · Fuel system, Steering · 177,000 miles · FL

Fuel level sensor stopped working , also after I gotten my transmission rebuilt and my front motor mount placed in the car no longer cranks like normal . Takes a while to turn over, key slides out , steering wheel is hard to turn while during and steering wheel jerks in the other direction while turning . The power steering has a leak and also the air ride suspension has stopped working lowered the car and shocks have lowered . The federal safety agency campaign id: 14v355000 the federal safety agency campaign id: 03v238

Filed Aug 25, 2014 · Brakes, Transmission · TX · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact indicated that the driver owned a 2000 cadillac deville. The driver was involved in a fatal crash. The vehicle was difficult to stop and the brakes failed on several occasions. The vehicle would also jerk violently while traveling at any speed. The contact stated that the driver had the vehicle routinely repaired by an authorized dealer. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle jerked violently and the driver lost control. The brakes failed to stop the vehicle upon applying the brake pedal. The driver crashed the vehicle into a tree. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact sustained major head and bodily injuries that required medical attention. The driver succumbed to the injuries several days later. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Aug 22, 2014 · Steering, Transmission · 120,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 cadillac deville. While driving 6 MPH, the vehicle jerked, lost power steering, and stalled. A warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed and was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified about the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Mar 4, 2010 · Acceleration, Engine · 105,000 miles · CA

My 1991 cadillac deville has had a problem (as had the 1985 cadillac) with sudden acceleration/engine racing. This is most noticeable when the car is stopped at a signal or stop sign. Though my foot will be firmly on the brake pedal, the car engine races and then the car lurches forward. My solution? I keep a good distance behind the car in front of me to prevent the lurching into the car in front. I am concerned that this will at some point cause an accident, whether it is parking the car or when the foot is off the brake momentarily or when the foot is on the gas pedal. Have there been recalls issued for this problem on this car, especially, as I have not owned the 1985 car for a couple of years? Do you know of any solutions to this disturbing problem. Any feedback would be appreciated.

Filed Mar 6, 2006 · Transmission · CA

2005 cadillac transmission has a delay when shifting in reverse. *ts ***nar*** the dealer stated that gm specs allowed that delay to be as much as 8 seconds long. The consumer indicated that this situation is exacerbated when he forward stops in a down hill direction and shifts into reverse to back up a hill. The vehicle rolls forward while the engine races. When the time delay ends the transmission engages with a violent jerk. The dealer was notified of the problem.

Filed Oct 15, 2005 · Acceleration · 50,000 miles · TX

Multiple occasions where the accelerator pedal sticks. Pressing on the pedal harder will free up the pedal but leads to jerking and unpredictable acceleration. Dealer says this is a very common failure and they have no permanent fix.

Filed Sep 29, 2004 · Engine · 79,199 miles · CA

While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer restarted vehicle, applied the brakes, and the pedal went to the floor. Vehicle shut down. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the crank shaft sensor needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer stated that on several occasions the engine would die as he came to a stop at intersections. While driving the vehicle would jerk and the engine would die for 1 to 2 seconds then start again. While the engine dies there is no power brake or steering. The vehicle became hard to start.

Filed Jan 16, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · 103,000 miles · AR

Severe vibration between 50 to 80 mi. Per hour. Have spent over $1000.00 to try to remedy problem. Dealership said they can't do anymore and it must be a manufacturing defect. There is also a very loud popping noise when the steering wheel is turned in either direction. It comes from either side and possibly chassis. At first thought it was struts or bearings. Complete front end repair did not fix the noise. Car has never been in an accident either. There is also a problem with changing gear shift from parking to reverse or drive on an incline. Sometimes it jams and has to be jerked very had to go into gear. Other times it slips from gear to another. Have replaced brakes 2 times. Still has shudder upon pressing brakes regardless of speed. An offensive odor like rotten eggs, especially when using air conditioner. Dealership said they found this a lot in this certain vehicle. They do not know how to fix. It is a manufacturing defect. Owner before me has already replace the ignition module. A dealership said another manufacturing defect. Fuel pump wires were burned and replaced by previous owner. Battery cables also shorted out and were replaced on 8/29/03. Battery continues to be drained if vehicle has not been started within a 3 day period.

Filed Mar 31, 2003 · Body · 30,000 miles · MN

The vehicle experienced a jerk.