2005 Cadillac Deville problems
The Cadillac DeVille is a model name used by Cadillac over eight generations, originally used to designate a trim level of the 1949 Cadillac Series 62 and later to designate a standalone model in the brand range. The last model marketed specifically as a DeVille was the 2005 full-size sedan, at the time, Cadillac's largest model.
For 2006, the Deville nameplate was retired, when the model line was carried forward (with minor revisions) as the Cadillac DTS, using a nomenclature adopted by the Cadillac STS and CTS.
Early history
The name "DeVille" is derived from the French de la ville or de ville meaning "of the town". In French coach building parlance, a coupé de ville, from the French couper (to cut) i.e. shorten or reduce, was a short four-wheeled closed carriage with an inside seat for two and an outside seat for the driver and this smaller vehicle was intended for use in the town or city (de ville). An (unshortened) limousine or (in the United States) town car has a division between the passenger and driver compartments and if the driver's seat is outside it may be called a sedanca de ville or town car.
The first Cadillac "Coupe de Ville" was shown during the 1949 Motorama. It was built on a Cadillac Sixty Special chassis and featured a dummy air-scoop, chrome trim around front wheel openings, and a one-piece windshield and rear glass. The interior was black and trimmed in gray leather, including the headliner, to match the roof color. It was equipped with a telephone in the glove compartment, a vanity case and a secretarial pad in the rear armrest, power windows and highly decorative chrome interior trim. The prototype "Coupe de Ville" was used by GM President Charles E. Wilson until 1957 when he presented it to his secretary. At some time during this period it acquired a dark Vicodec roof. The prototype "Coupe de Ville" was found and restored in the 2010s; it was in a private collection in London, Ontario, Canada as of 2017.
The Cadillac Series 62 Coupe de Ville was introduced late in the 1949 model year. Along with the Buick Roadmaster Riviera, and the Oldsmobile 98 Holiday, it was among the first pillarless hardtop coupes ever produced. At US$3,496 ($44,768 in 2023 dollars ) it was only a dollar less than the Series 62 convertible, and like the convertible, it came with power windows standard. It was luxuriously trimmed, with leather upholstery and chrome 'bows' in the headliner to simulate the ribs of a convertible top. In its first year the Series 62 Coupe de Ville only sold 2,150 units. But 1950 sales more than doubled to 4507, and in 1951 sales more than doubled again to 10,241 exceeding the sales for the Series 62 Club Coupe that year. Also, in 1951, Coupe de Ville chrome script appeared on the rear roof pillar for the first time, to further distinguish it from the Series 62 Club Coupe.
In 1956 the Series 62 Coupe de Ville was joined by the Series 62 Sedan de Ville, Cadillac's first standard production 4-door hardtop. Similarly to the Coupe de Ville, it was also more expensive and more luxuriously trimmed than the standard 4-door Series 62. With 41,732 sold, it also easily outsold the Series 62 sedan in its very first year. Given their sales success, it was only natural that the Coupe de Ville and Sedan de Ville were moved to their own separate series in 1959, the Series 6300, being joined by a DeVille convertible in 1964.
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Common 2005 Cadillac Deville problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2005 Cadillac Deville, several common problems have been reported:
- HVAC Door Actuator Failure:
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- Another common problem involves the HVAC door actuators failing, leading to issues with the heating and air conditioning systems. This can result in incorrect air delivery or having the air at the wrong temperature.
- Diagnosis Cost: $53 - $67.
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- Digital Dash Problems:
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- Some owners have reported issues with the digital dash on the 2005 Deville. Symptoms include the dash blinking out at random intervals, flashing warning lights, and sporadic resets. This problem does not affect the car's drivability but can be concerning.
- Potential Solutions: Owners have questioned whether a rebuilt cluster is needed or if there are issues with ground wires or connections.
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These common problems highlight some of the issues that owners of the 2005 Cadillac Deville may encounter. It's important for owners to address these issues promptly to ensure the reliability and functionality of their vehicles.
Is the 2005 Cadillac DeVille reliable?
The 2005 Cadillac DeVille receives an average consumer rating of 4.2 overall and a 4.3 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average. According to drivers of the 2005 DeVille, here are some of its best features: Very comfortable, easy to handle, solid car.
How much is a 2005 Cadillac DeVille worth?
How much is a 2005 Cadillac DeVille worth? The value of a used 2005 Cadillac DeVille ranges from $448 to $1,685, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
Does the 2005 Cadillac DeVille have the Northstar engine?
The DeVille may be a Cadillac of the old school, but it is packed with modern technology. Strong Northstar V-8 performance blends with admirable transmission operation in the smooth-functioning powertrain. Downshifts are prompt and certain, yet smooth.
When did Cadillac stop making the DeVille?
2005
DEVILLE. The Deville (discontinued in 2005) and its technology and prestige were synonymous with Cadillac. Its 4.6L Northstar V8 featured an electronically controlled ignition to optimize combustion and power.
Is the 2005 Cadillac DeVille reliable?
The 2005 Cadillac DeVille receives an average consumer rating of 4.2 overall and a 4.3 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average. According to drivers of the 2005 DeVille, here are some of its best features: Very comfortable, easy to handle, solid car.
How much is a 2005 Cadillac DeVille worth?
How much is a 2005 Cadillac DeVille worth? The value of a used 2005 Cadillac DeVille ranges from $448 to $1,685, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
Is a Cadillac DeVille a luxury car?
About DeVille
Eventually becoming a single word under the General Motors luxury brand, the name DeVille brand was continuously used as Cadillacs expression of stylish luxury.
What octane rating is a 2005 Cadillac DeVille?
87
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a octane of 87.
2005 Cadillac Deville car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Cadillac Deville problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Steering problems
- Air bags problems
- Engine problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2005 Cadillac Deville vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2005 Cadillac Deville
The NHTSA has received 104 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2005 Cadillac Deville. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2005 Cadillac Deville vehicles.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-24
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHEN YOU DRIVE THRU A PUDDLE OF WATER THE POWER STEERING STOPS WORKING. AFTER A FEW MINUTES IT WORKS LIKE NORMAL. THIS HAS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-10
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y55U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ON THE ROAD FAILURE OF HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE DUE TO RUST CORROSION WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-23
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y25U
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH AND ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE PROGRESSED. THE CONTACT HAD TO SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF AND RESTART IN ORDER TO MAKE THE TURN. THE DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DID NOT DIAGNOSE THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 105,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1G6KE54Y45U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CADILLAC DTS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. A SLIGHT MUSTY ODOR WAS PRESENT DUE TO THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT AND ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES, WHICH DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE CONTACT DROVE TO AN UNKNOWN CADILLAC DEALER LOCATED IN STUART, FL, WHO STATED THAT NOTHING COULD BE DONE ABOUT THE AIR BAG BECAUSE IT WOULD BE A LONG PROCESS. THE CONTACT THEN TOOK THE VEHICLE TO CLAUDE NOLAN CADILLAC (LOCATED ON SOUTHSIDE BLVD, JACKSONVILLE, FL) AND WAS INFORMED TO CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER BECAUSE THEY HAD NEVER SEEN AN AIR BAG DEPLOY WITHOUT A CRASH. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED TO TAKE THE VEHICLE BACK TO CLAUDE NOLAN CADILLAC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE UNDERCARRIAGE AND THAT SOMETHING MUST HAVE SET OFF THE AIR BAG. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS INVALID. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 93,000. UPDATED 11/07/17*LJ *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-06
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y95U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: MY A/C RUNS AT WILL. OFF AND ON BY ITSELF. RUNNING, STATIONARY, AND IN MOTION. MY HEADLIGHTS COME ON WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE EVER THOUGH THEY ARE TURNED OFF. MY ALTERNATOR WAS REPLACED AND THE BATTERY AND ALL CHECKED OUT FINE AT TWO LOCAL PARTS /BATTERY STORES JULY 18TH 2017. BOTH WERE REPLACED IN MAY OF 2016. THE DISPLAY PANEL FOR THE A/C SHOWS BOTH THE FAN ICON AND THE AUTO ICON. THE AUTO ICON WILL NOT TURN OFF. SEARCHING ON LINE FOR COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS MAKE AND MODEL SHOW MANY OTHERS WITH THIS PROBLEM AND NO ANSWERS. THIS BEGAN JULY 6TH AND IS HAPPENING MORE FREQUENTLY AS IN SEVERAL TIMES A DAY.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-02
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1G6KF57955U
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE FACTORY INSTALLED OPTIONAL GLASS SUNROOF OF 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE DTS SPONTANEOUSLY "EXPLODED" AND SHATTERED. BROKEN GLASS RAINED DOWN INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND OVER THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE ON TO THE ROADWAY BEHIND WHILE TRAVELING STRAIGHT OVER A UNCROWDED HIGHWAY AT 62 - 63 MPH APPROXIMATELY AT 6:30 AM ON 6/2/17. SUNROOF WAS CLOSED. THE INTERIOR SUN SHADE WAS OPEN. EXTERIOR TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT 60F. INTERIOR TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT 75F. THE CAR HAS APPROXIMATELY 103,500 MILES ON IT. THERE WAS NO PREVIOUS DAMAGE TO SUNROOF OR INDICATIONS OF PRIOR DAMAGE TO THE SUNROOF. THERE WAS NO SOUND OF CRACK LIKE WHEN ROCK HITS THE WINDSHIELD OR SOUND OF OBJECT HITTING THE CAR OR SUNROOF PRIOR TO THE "BANG!" AS THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT ON DIVIDED HIGHWAY AND WERE NO TRUCKS IN AHEAD, OR CARS VERY NEARBY. IT WAS AN UTTERLY UNEVENTFUL AND NON-EXTREME DRIVE IN TERMS OF SPEED, TEMPERATURES, TRAFFIC VOLUME, OR OPERATION. CRUISE CONTROL WAS SET. THE REAR EDGE OF GLASS REMAINING IN THE FRAME APPEARS TO BE BENT UPWARD WHETHER FROM THE EXPLOSION OR THE AIR PRESSURE AFTER I HAVE NO IDEA. SUBMITTED AS A GLASS CLAIM TO MY INSURANCE COMPANY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-01
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y85U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART AFTER NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE NO FAILURES PRIOR TO THE DEALER REPAIRING THE VEHICLE PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 48,000.
AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-05
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y75U
- Components: AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: I WAS HIT HEAD-ON. THE IGNITION TURNED OFF AFTER BEING HIT AND THE SEAT- BELTS DID NOT DEPLOY. I STOPPED AND MY HAND WAS ON THE HORN BUT THE PERSON DID NOT SLOW DOWN OR STOP.I WAS ON A CITY STREET.I WAS HURT AND HAD NECK SURGERY. GM IS TELLING ME THEY WILL LOOK BACK INTO IT AFTER DENIAL THAT WAS IT DUE TO THE RECALL. THEY SOLD THE CAR AS SALVAGE WHEN THE INSURANCE TOTALED IT. THE CAR WAS THEN SOLD WITH A SALVAGE TITLE. THEY REPLACED THE IGNITION AFTER TELLING ME MY ACCIDENT INJURIES WAS NOT DUE TO THE RECALL.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-30
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y45U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CAR WAS HIT IN BACK WHILE STOPPED IN CONSTRUCTION ZONE ON US 75 SOUTH OF DURANT OKLAHOMA AND KNOCKED INTO CAR STOPPED IN FRONT. AIR BAGS DID NOT INFLATE.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-25
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y05U
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE. WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, DROVE OVER A CURB, AND INTO A FIELD. THERE WERE NO INJURIES NOR WAS A POLICE REPORT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 170,000.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-11-16
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THE FRONT HEAD LIGHTS ON MY 2006 CADILLAC DTS GO OUT AT ALL TIMES. I HAVE TO CONTINUOUSLY CUT OUT AND I HAVE TO TURN THE LIGHT SWITCH OFF AND ON SO I CAN DRIVE AT NIGHT. II PREVIOUSLY OWNED ANOTHER 2006 CADILLAC DTS WITH THE SAME PROBLEMS. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A CADILLAC DEALER KRISTAL AUTO MALL IN BROOKLYN, NY AND THEY FIX THE PROBLEM WHICH THEY SAID WAS A FAULTY BALLAST. IT WAS FAULTY ON BOTH HEADLIGHTS. AND NOW IN THE DTS I HAVE, IT IS FAULTY TOO. THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL ON THIS SAME ISSUE IN OTHER GM VEHICLES.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-14
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y15U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DRIVING ON A LOCAL FREEWAY, MY IGNITION SWITCH TO OFF. I WAS ONLY GOING 55 MPH IN HEAVY TRAFFICE. I WAS ABLE TO PLACE THE CAR IN NEUTRAL & RESTART THE ENGINE, BUT FOR A SHORT PERIOD I WAS WITH LIMITED BRAKING AND STEERING. HAD MY WIFE BEEN DRIVING I AM CERTAIN THE OUTCOME WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN AS GOOD. AFTER THIS I TOOK THE CAR INTO THE LOCAL CADILLAC DEALER TO HAVE THE IGNITION SWITCH CORRECTIVE RECALL COMPLIED WITH. THEY ADJUSTED THE SIZE OF THE HOLE ON MY KEYS - THIS WAS THE FIX. HOWEVER, CHANGING THE SIZE OF THE KEY HOLE DOES NOTHING TO PREVENT MY IGNITION SWITCH FROM "POPPING' TO OFF. AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE MENTIONED, I HAD ONLY A SINGLE KEY IN PLACE. I CONTACTED CADILLAC ABOUT THIS AND THEIR REPLY HAS BEEN THAT THE RECALL ONLY COVERS THE KEY HOLE CHANGE & DOES NOTHING TO ADDRESS THE FAULTY IGNITION SWITCH. FURTHER, THEY INDICATEDTHAT I COULD HAVE THE IGNITION SWITCH CHANGED FOR $1090.00.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-15
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y55U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE ENGINE SEIZED. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A MEDIAN AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED MAJOR INJURIES, INCLUDING TWO BROKEN FEET AND A CONCUSSION. THE DRIVER REQUIRED MEDICAL ASSISTANCE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 155,000.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-06
- VIN: 1G6KD57Y85U
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: THE DRIVER SIDE MIRROR CHANGES POSITION, POINTING DOWN TO THE GROUND, ERRATICALLY, USUALLY WHEN ENTERING OR LEAVING THE CAR, OR INSERTING THE KEY, EVEN THOUGH I AM ALWAYS USING DRIVER #1 KEY. I CAN RESET IT, USE THE MEMORY BUTTON TO SAVE THE POSITION. IT MAY WORK FOR SEVERAL STOPS DURING A SHOPPING TRIP, THEN CHANGE AGAIN ON IT'S OWN. IT IS A SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE WHEN I WANT TO CHANGE LANES I LOOK AT THE MIRROR AND IT IS POINTED TO THE GROUND. THE DEALER WHERE I ALWAYS TAKE MY CAR FOR SERVICE, HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO DETERMINE THE PROBLEM.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-31
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y05U
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH ON A WET ROAD, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A LEFT TURN AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE POWER STEERING FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 99,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-30
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y95U
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND HAVE ONLY HAD IT A FEW WEEKS BUT ABOUT FIVE TIMES NOW I HAVE HAD THE POWER STEERING QUIT WHEN DRIVING IN THE RAIN. IT RETURNS IN SECONDS BUT I AM DISABLED AND IT IS VERY DIFFICULT FOR ME TO CONTROL THE CAR. LUCKILY, THIS HAS ONLY HAPPENED AT LOW SPEEDS. I'M AFRAID OF BEING KILLED. I HAVE SINCE READ THAT THIS IS A WELL KNOWN PROBLEM. IN ALL SERIOUSNESS, DO FOLKS HAVE TO DIE BEFORE GM FIXES THE PROBLEM?
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-08
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y45U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 85,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-06
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS REPAIRED UNDER AN UNKNOWN RECALL; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 167,000. THE VIN AND NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER WERE NOT AVAILABLE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-19
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G6KF579X5U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DURING WINTER DRIVING, TURNED ON THE HEATED STEERING WHEEL, FELT THE FINGERS OF MY LEFT HAND BEGIN TO BURN AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE HEATED STEERING WHEEL COVER. I IMMEDIATELY SWITCHED OFF THE HEATED STEERING WHEEL, THE SMOKING STOPPED. I HAVE NOT USED THAT FEATURE SINCE, HAVE NOT HAD IT REPAIRED. CHECKED FOR RECALLS ON THIS PROBLEM, DID NOT FIND ANY. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-02
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y45U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE. CONSUMER WAS UNAWARE OF VEHICLE BEING RECALLED UNTIL 9 YEARS LATER. *TA THE CONSUMER HAS SINCE TRADED THE VEHICLE. *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-20
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y15U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE. CONSUMER STATES CAR DEVELOPED AN IGNITION PROBLEM AND HAD TO PAY TO FIX THE PROBLEM. THE CONSUMER WOULD LIKE REIMBURSEMENT. *TA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-30
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY COULD BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHILE DRIVING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) BUT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE FOR SEVERAL MONTHS TO SERVICE THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 173,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-07
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y05U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-01
- VIN: 1G6KD54Y25U
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE VEHICLE WAS DECLARED TOTALED DUE TO FLOODING AND CONSUMER WISHES TO BE REMOVED FROM LIST *CN
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-09-09
- VIN: 1G6KF57995U
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: LARGE OIL LEAK GEAR SHIFT STUCK ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DAMAGE,REGULATOR. *TR
2005 Cadillac Deville recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2005 Cadillac Deville.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Summary: 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.
- 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 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.
Negative 2005 Cadillac Deville car reviews
Positive 2005 Cadillac Deville car reviews
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share that this is actually my third Cadillac in a row. I've had a few others in the past, but I must say that I'm really happy to own and drive this car.
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Great ride! It's so easy to drive and park. The car is very comfortable and has a huge trunk space. The interior wears well.
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This is my 6th Cadillac and 2nd DTS. It's the best one yet! All the bugs have been worked out in this model and I'm almost afraid to get the new design. I have 46,000 miles on this and it still rides like a new one.
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This is my fourth Cadillac and, like the past three, I totally love it. I feel very safe in it, as it is very reliable and extremely comfortable. Most of my driving is done on the interstates, so its handling suits me just fine. All of my Cadillacs have been trouble-free, requiring only normal maintenance. I highly recommend this vehicle to anyone.
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my 2004 DHS. It's a really powerful car and I love how it accelerates onto the freeway with ease. The handling is great and I feel really secure in turns. The bells and whistles all work really well too! The only downside I've found is that you can't program the navigation system while driving, which can be a bit inconvenient. In terms of mileage, I've found that in city driving I get about 17 to 18 mpg, but if I use the freeways more, I can usually get around 18 to 19 mpg, which I think is pretty impressive for a car this size. Overall, I feel really safe and comfortable in this car and I'm really happy with my purchase.
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Are you having problems with your 2005 Cadillac Deville?
Stan Corkery 2024-09-11
I had a 1995 DeVille for 10 years which was better designed and more comfortable than my 2005 DeVille. However, I have been experiencing some discomfort with the bucket seats in my 2005 DeVille. The seats tend to sink in the middle with hard edges, which puts pressure on my sciatic nerve in my right leg, causing numbness. Additionally, the seat belts cut across my neck, which can be irritating, especially since I'm 5'5
Merritt Rau 2024-08-10
I purchased this car 3 months ago and unfortunately, I have been experiencing vibrations at all speeds. Despite the dealer putting twelve new tires on the car (in addition to the original 4 new tires), the problem still persists. I would like to warn potential buyers about two things: firstly, the cool seat option is not very comfortable compared to the heated seats. Secondly, please check your car's VIN to ensure that it does not have the 'Stiff suspension option' as this can result in a poor and rough ride. I hope this information helps anyone who is considering purchasing this car. Personally, I waited for years to finally get one of these cars, but unfortunately, I am not enjoying driving it as much as I had hoped.
Baron Nitzsche 2024-07-29
I rented a Cadillac DeVille for a weekend trip to Montreal from Ottawa. Although it was a nice car, I found it to be quite uncomfortable and difficult to drive compared to our 2002 Altima. In my opinion, it doesn't quite measure up to the quality of high-end autos from Europe (Mercedes-Benz, et al) or Japan (Lexus, et al).
Kirk Mraz 2024-05-09
Of the five Cadillacs I have had, two blew their engines at 60,000 to 80,000 miles. However, it is a great car on the freeway. Unfortunately, this is my last one, and I can't wait to get rid of it. On the other hand, my 2000 Lexus 300 has only needed new tires and brakes at 88,000 miles. Goodbye Cadillac!
Lance Huel 2024-05-04
The car consistently experiences a complete shutdown, including the OnStar system, despite multiple attempts to resolve the issue through the dealer and GM. The trunk emits a noticeable scent of battery acid upon opening. As a result, I am extremely dissatisfied with this GM product and do not plan to purchase from them again.