2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
208
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
26
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE
The 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE has received a total of 208 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. 26 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (44 complaints), Air Bags (23 complaints), and Engine (16 complaints).
Recalls for the 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE, potentially affecting up to 3,377,294 vehicles.
Recall 14V355000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
| 3,141,731 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 03V238000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
| 102,212 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Recall 03V051000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 130 vehicles affected
Defect: ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG THAT MAY NOT DEPLOY AS DESIGNED. IN ADDITION, THE AIR BAG INFLATOR COULD RUPTURE.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN REDUCED CAPABILITY OF THE AIR BAG TO PROTECT THE DRIVER. ALSO IF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR RUPTURED, PIECES OF THE INFLATOR COULD STRIKE AND INJURE THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY, INSTALL A NEW DRIVER'S AIR BAG. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 11, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE...
View full details →Recall 02V222000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
| 133,221 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER, MINI VANS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES HAVE AN AIR BAG INFLATOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE THAT COULD FRACTURE AT A WELD DURING A DEPLOYMENT.
Consequence: PIECES OF THE INFLATOR COULD STRIKE AND INJURE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS AND THE AIR BAG CUSHION WOULD NOT INFLATE FULLY, REDUCING THE CAPABILITY OF THE BAG TO PROTECT THE DRIVER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, THE AIR BAG MODULE ASSEMBLY ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE
208 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
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.
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.
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. *TR
Safety Rating for the 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE
General Motors, LLC has issued 26 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIC4921E — STRUCTURE:BODY
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on a proper paint code for some hard to find color options.
05182004 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
PROMINENT WIND NOISE OCCURRING DURING VEHICLE TRAVEL AT THE RIGHT REAR DOOR. *TT
01915 — STRUCTURE
WINDNOISE WITHIN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AREA FROM BOTH REAR DOORS QUARTER GLASS AREA. *TT
01606 — SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
SERVICEABILITY OF THE UPPER MOUNT FOR REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS. *TT
030137004 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
REVISED FLUSHING PROCEDURE. *TT
030603009 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
AN INTERMITTENT NO ELECTRICAL POWER CONDITION THAT LEADS TO A NO CRANK/START WHEN THE IGNITION IS TURNED TO START. *TT
091503 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CLUNK NOISE BEING EMITTED FROM FRONT ENGINE MOUNT. GM VOICEMAIL LOG. *TT
030604040 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
REVISED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0132 AND DTC P0152. *TT
062303 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS IN WHICH THE VEHICLE EXHIBITS NO ELECTRICAL POWER LEADING TO A NO CRANK OR NOT START CONCERN UPON COMMAND WITH THE IGNITION KEY. *TT
03016 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
DRIVER DOOR LOCK CYLINDER, AND ENGINE WIRE HARNESS CHAFING. *TT
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CADILLAC DEVILLE
- 1998 CADILLAC DEVILLE — 310 complaints
- 1999 CADILLAC DEVILLE — 239 complaints
- 2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE — 312 complaints
- 2001 CADILLAC DEVILLE — 239 complaints
- 2002 CADILLAC DEVILLE — 237 complaints
- 2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE (current)
- 2004 CADILLAC DEVILLE — 210 complaints
- 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE — 132 complaints
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