1993 CADILLAC DeVille

PAINT IS PEEELING ON FRONT AND BACK FENDERS AND NOW ON THE BACK OF THE TRUNK

Michelin tire blew out, causing accident/injuries. *dh

Transmission makes noise when put in reverse gear.

Spots on windows, causing poor visibility. *dh

Abs warning light replaced.

Suspension problem.

Sudden acceleration, causing accident/injury.

Transmission failed four times.

Upper transaxle cooler hose failed, resulting in a fire prior to recall (94v-199). *ak

Gasoline leaking from fuel injectors onto hot manifold, resulted in vehicle fire. *skd

Brakes failed, causing accident. *sd

Brakes lock up. *dsh

Engine caught on fire, due to problem with the transmission coolant line, prior to recall. *sd

Brakes pulsate/make grinding noise, also brakes intermittently grab. *dsh

Rattle coming from left side of dash while driving.

'check engine' light comes on.

Gas pedal has excessive play.

Vehicle occasionally surges.

Upon releasing foot from accelerator then depressing pedal again, vehicle gives rough/harsh bump when attempting to increase speed.

Failure to install cotter pins on ball joints caused nuts to loosen. *aw

Vehicle front end bounces excessively, causing loss of control. *dsh

Vehicle fire prior to recall. (94v199)

Accelerator pedal and clip separated from linkage, causing loss of acceleration. *skd

Vehicle fire. *ak

Vehicle fire originating in engine compartment, investigator for client. *tw

Car suddenly accelerates like cruise control engages(cruise control is off) and unable to disengage by appling brakes.dealer has been unable to determine exact cause.latest incident happened while turning corner, causing car to accelerate while foot was on brake and cross over center line,sliding in gravel, striking tree on opposent side of roadway. the tps has been replaced twice and the ecm and ignition lock replaced once.*ak

Vehicle fire prior to recall. (94v-199) *aw

As a disabled vietnam military veteran my 1993 cadillac sedan deville when driving on the highway or anyplace will shut down the engine with no warning. looking for answers to why. this is very dangerous

The engine fell out the engine craddle broke lose from the frame it rusted through the rest of the car has no rust and is in perfect condition.thank god i had just gotton of the highway and it happened stpped at the stop sign.do i have any recourse .

Purchased 2003 cadillac dhs from coast cadillac, the next month we had to get a new engine from rancho motors. less than a year after that we had to get a new computer. my husband had a car accident on july 4, 2009 where he hit another vehicle, air bags did not deploy. aaa adjuster came to diamond car collision in hesperia and stated the car was not totaled. i requested a second opinion and they said they could not total the vehicle. the vehicle was in an accident in 2007 where it was rear ended and sustained major damage. now the sensor is not sending a signal to engine cooling fan and the car runs hot. noone has been able to find the problem. in the last 3 months we smell a strong scent of fuel or fumes. the right passenger door lock has problems. the windows have been repaired on numerious occasions. we had to fix the transmission twice and the motor mount is not leveled properly from repairs of july 4, 2009. gas mileage indicator does not work properly. i will be reporting this to dept of automotive repairs and filing a complait against aaa insurance. they repaired the vehiicle twice and knew of the safety problems with airbags yet were not willing to total car. we have had nothing but ongoing proplems since we purchased vehicvle and accidents that occured. my husband was not at fault but we sustained inuries during the accident. also dept of automotive repair wanted to come inspect but owner talked my husband into dropping the claim i reported and told him he would do extra work if he didnt call. i feel that their has been some fraudulent incidents that have occured during our lifetime with the 2003 dhs vehicle. my husband is disabled and we can not afford a vehicle and all repairs. *kb

Was driving in a 25mph zone when both rear engine cradle mounts broke loose causing the engine to drop effecting steering of said car. had this been on a highway, serious injury could have resulted. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 1993 cadillac deville. the vehicle has been burning and leaking a large amount of oil. the contact always noticed oil spots on the ground after the vehicle was parked. if the vehicle is driven for a while, smoke will appear from the bottom of the vehicle, rather than the hood. the failure has also caused the air conditioner to stop working. a warning indicator illuminated and read, "stop.turn off engine". a mechanic inspected the vehicle and stated that the oil was coming from a line underneath the vehicle from an unspecified hose. the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 94v199000 (power train:axle assembly), although the failures were identical. the failure mileage was 85,000 and current mileage was 91,000.

Tl*the contact owns a 1993 cadillac deville. occasionally, the contact smelled a strange odor and the vehicle began smoking and leaking transaxle fluid from the cooling line. he stated that he normally drives 1 or 2 miles, but after driving 60 miles between 55-60 mph, the smell, smoking, and leaking worsened. the vehicle has not been taken to the dealer. the dealer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 94v199000 (power train:axle assembly). the current mileage was 110,000 and failure mileage was 1,000.

Consumer complaint regarding 1993 cadillac deville which was repaired with 9 defective brake part by mechanic. *kb after brake repair were made the consumer's vehicle shook severely. the vehicle was taken to cadillac and it was determined that midas used defective parts. the consumer claims the midas buys foreign parts that are defective and not test or approved by an outside source. the consumer had the defective brake parts in his possession. r/f inner joint axle bent. the dealer replaced the right front axle assembly. the engine mounts broke. *nm

The consumer noticed that the rear passenger door did not open from the inside of the vehicle. also, the child safety lock was not on. the consumer will contact the dealership about this issue. *ak *sc *jb

I own a 1993 cadillac devillei own a 1993 cadillac deville. i know that this vehicle is more than 10 year old, but i still believe a glairing and significant safety issue exists with this model and that issue is: *ak when there is 3 gallons or less of gasoline in the fuel tank, as indicated by the digital fuel meter, any long sweeping turn (especially to the right) will cause the motor to unexpectedly stop due to fuel starvation. when the motor stops, the power steering also stops functioning and the result can be loss of control by the driver or an accident due to panic. now that i know it may occur any time the fuel is low, i look for it. i've experienced it many times but, it's still disconcerting when it occurs.

I just came off i70 when i was making a right hand turn==the washers holding the cradle mounts on the rear of the cradle pulled thrpugh the cradle itself rendering the engine tranny assembly on the ground the steering pulled out of its sleeve and had no steering the exhaust pipe also separated due to the drooping of the cradle on the ground. *ak

Requested information regarding a recall on 1993 cadillac deville. *ph the consumer visited the progressive insurance official web site and found information regarding a recall on his vehicle: recall notice 94v199000, axle assembly. the consumer is requesting any information regarding this recall including the date and gm recall number. *mr *nm

There exists a design flaw in the cadillac deville's. mine is a 1993 model but i have been told by the dealer that it is a consistent flaw within the deville line. it requires the replacement of the oil pan, oil gaskets, and oil seals anywhere from 2 to 3 years. i had mine replaced five times in ten years. besides the cost, the potential for damage to the engine and possibility for the car to create damage to others is beyond measure. cadillac has been contacted and does nothing about the recall because they do not consider it a safety defect. they keep changing the design of the oil pan and gaskets but to no avail. can anything be done about this obvious fraud being perpetrated among cadillac deville owners. who knows the number of repairs that are paid for yearly do to an obvious and known defect. if you can't help can you refer this to someone who can? thank you!*jb

While driving, engine dropped from the vehicle, damaging the steering column, and causing consumer to lose control. dealer determined engine cradle failure as cause.*ak

Consumer states that when key is in the ignition sometimes the vehicle will not start. consumer has to try turning ignition 3 or 4 times before vehicle will start.*ak

While driving , the vehicle began to smoke, the consumer pulled over and discovered oil was leaking from the engine block and the trans axle coolant hose was also leaking. the vehicle was towed to a dealer who refused to repair it, the dealer stated there were too many leaks in too many places. the consumer repaired the problems himself. the consumer stated the manufacturer should have taken responsibility for the repairs since there was a recall regarding the same year, make and model. *jb

Smoke emitted from under the hood, and the entire vehicle caught on fire.*jb

The fender just cracked or broke into two halves and has to be replaced. **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/1202 cut over to artemis**768338

Suv and pickup trucks should be modified to watch bumpers of all passenger cars.

While going 65 mph tire (right front) blew out. care shimmy when driving. dealer recommend four new tires.

Seat belt is very annoying and unsafe as it rubs on your neck.

While changing a tire, the jack collapsed and crumbled, consumer is now unable to use the jack. dealer notified.*ak *yh

When vehicle is warmed up it will take off as if consumer's foot is on gas pedal, when the consumer taps the brake the vehicle will slow down, this problem only occurs when the weather is 90+ degrees outside and high humidity. *ak

When holding at a red light on a hill the car will surge forward almost jumping forward. *ak

While driving, engine cut off several times, suddenly noticed smoke under hood, then vehicle caught on fire, for no apparent reason. *ak

Was driving try to stop there were no brakes almost hit a truck have abs anti-lock brake . tt

The abs anti-lock brake when five or six times the master cylinder was replaced three times. tt

Horn does work, have replaced the horn once. tt

The front suspension is failing . please describe. tt

Water pump went out, lost power steering and had other problems (please give details). tt

Recall related 94v199000, engine compartment fire under the hood, never received the notification letter. tt

Took vehicle in by appointment for service of a recall and dealer didn't have the parts. tt

Upon two different accidents, drivers airbag did not deploy, dealer said nothing was wrong during 1st accident, have not check for second accident. tt

Transmission does not shift into gear. dealer will inspect vehicle.*ak ignition coil failed and was replaced. the fuel injection system computer failed and was replaced. the miliage on odometer had been altered by the salesman. *yh

Pre drill hole caused cracks on fender down to the wheel well. dealer notified, and informed consumer that they are aware of problem. but nothing will be done at this time. *ak the dealers of 92-93 cadillac devilles are aware that this problem is a factory defect. *yh

Vehicle idles very high when attempting to slow down or when at a complete stand still, engine and rpms race. consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has reset and replaced the idle speed control, problem still occurs. please provide any further details. *ak

While driving under normal conditions the brakes were applied , the abs light came on and the system malfunctioned. dealer has inspected the vehicle and advised consumer that the abs needed to be replaced. manufacturer has been notified. *ak

Abs system is working intermittently, and engine check light is on. also, and there is shaking within vehicle. *ak

While driving with the heat/ air conditioner operating, a very strong chemical odor filled the vehicle. cause unknown. please give any further details. *ak

The abs braking malfunctioned, causing the abs light came on. dealer replaced the 3 parts in abs braking unit. please provide further information. *ak

Abs braking system malfunctioned, causing the abs light to come on, and the abs system became inoperative. please provide further information. *ak

Defective master cylinder caused extended stopping distance which may result in an accident. dealer replaced master cylinder. please provide further information. *ak

Had rolled over a piece of capped tire. the capped tire cut fuel lines underneath vehicle. vehicle acted like out of gas. fuel was leaking out of vehicle from cut fuel lines. will be taking vehicle to dealer.*ak

No engine light on the console came on to warren consumer of engine trouble. smoke was seen coming from the hood, and when consumer pulled over to check it out after lifting the hood,the engine bursted into flames. fire department was called to put out fire. dealer was not contacted because the consumer bought the vehicle used. *ak

Rear strut failed to operate befor reaching a 100,000 mile of wear. would like to know if that is considered to be normal. *ak

Vehicle has had 5 struts replaced within a year. dealer can't find specific problem. *ak

Transaxle oil cooler coupling broke/failed, causing an engine compartment fire. vehicle was a total loss. *ak

There is a baffle insulation that keeps the noise level down in fuel tank. this clogged fuel lines which caused engine to shut while driving. *ak the gas tank was replaced and the consumer had requested the manufacturer for reimbursement of the expenses. *yh

While driving vehicle died . owner tried to start the vehicle several times before noticing smoke coming from under the hood of the vehicle. in seconds the vehicle was engulfed in flames. *ak

Abs has gone out twice and is now completely inoperative. *ak

Electrical fire, cause unknown, stopped at a rest stop, came out from the restroom and the vehicle was in flames. cadillac dealer said that there was too much oil in the engine and this started the fire. *ak

During rear impact, the driver's side seat brackets broke, causing the seat to fall backwards into the rear seat.*ak

Engine caught on fire and brakes failed while driving.*ak

Abs: while driving anti lock brake light came on; whole pmv system failed, could have caused wheel lock up, speed 40 mph, no warning.*ak

Tank is prone to rust out due to design of tank fuel is allowed to settle below petcock(petcock designed above bottom of tank) allows water to settle and rust tank.tank rusted out while driving at approx 45mph allowing gas to spill out onto the hot engine.had to pull off rd and use fire extingisher as a precaution to a fire.these tanks have also been known to come from the factory (yr1999-2001) already rusting.kawasaki has in some cases replaced tanks under warrantee and done nothing in others that were still under warrrantee. *ak

Contacted dealer, cadillac customer service, problem noted, will not take any action to repair due to being out of warranty. owner believes this is a design flaw and should be repaired by at cadillac's expense. no safety defect listed. *ak

No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak

My name is anne avis. i am reporting this defect for an elderly friend who purchased the car in question. she has had to replace the battery 8 times. the car was a demo with 6,444 she now has 16,000. she has taken it in numerous times to michael cadillac and each time they send her home saying they can not find anything wrong, yet she is still getting stuck. the first time she took it in was 1 month after she bought it. the warranty is no longer valid of course. but it wasn't when she took it in for the numerous repairs in the past with no satisfaction. please help her!!!

When we purchased the car, while still under warranty, the heat did not come on until the temperature was set to maximum and then the result was lukewarm at best. it took considerable searching for the dealer to find the problem, and now it has appeared again. in addition, the air conditioner sensor does not alert the air conditioner to come on.

Anti lock brake system completely replaced - a major preblem was, dealership did not make me aware approx 50% had brakes repaired. i was informed they were aware a $500 part had to be replaced and after that was put on there was another part approx $400 that may have to be replaced, of course that was needed after 1st part replaced . making payment of approx $1500 to replace brakes after labor included. i had a big problem that i had to spend over $800 before they could tell me if i had to come up with another $700. they were well aware i was very unhappy. it is good to see the other vehicles of same make and year with same problem. *ak

Seat adjustment installed too far forward. airbags would cause serious injuries. *ak

Engine tends to stall atintersections or when slowing to makea turn and during same trip will surge ahead when taking foot off of accel erator on recent return from shop that worked on component car went from 59 mph to 72mph in approximately one-half mile

Master cylinder failed resulting in leakage.

Left front strut failed.

Left rear strut failed.

Consumer has been attempting to get assistance from gm regarding abs brake repairs, consumer states gm had recalled many gm cars and trucks for the problem, however this vehicle was not included, consumer was only given a certificate to use when buying a new car, consumer can not afford to buy a new car and wants assistance with these repairs. *slc

Vehicle fire under dash while parked. *mjs

Motor mounts failed. *mjs

Turn signal switch failed, causing smoke. *yc

Driver's seat adjustment faulty, too close to the steering column and will not go very far back to sit comfortably. mjs

Anti-lock brakes motor pak shorted out.

The anti-lock brake computer flow valve shorted out, causing failure.

Steering locked and driver lost control and hit a curb.

Air bag shorted out several times.

Brake rotors out of round, causing pulsation/vibration.

Vehicle stalls intermittently.

Transmission perfoms poorly when in overdrive.

After removing foot from throttle, the vehicle would not slow down.

Brakes failed, causing loss of control/accident. *skd

No deployment of driver's air bad during accident.

Vehicle fire. *ak

Vehicle caught fire prior to recall (94v-199). *skd

Recall repairs on transaxle oil cooler hose refused by dealer (94v-199). *