1984 Cadillac Deville
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 3 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 40 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 48 |
| 1990 | 76 |
| 1991 | 87 |
| 1992 | 135 |
| 1993 | 92 |
| 1994 | 127 |
| 1995 | 129 |
| 1996 | 218 |
| 1997 | 269 |
| 1998 | 237 |
| 1999 | 187 |
| 2000 | 225 |
| 2001 | 175 |
| 2002 | 176 |
| 2003 | 144 |
| 2004 | 167 |
| 2005 | 95 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 6 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION RESULTING IN VEHICLE ACCIDENT WITH INJURIES.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990318
2 of 6 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
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PURCHASED VEHICLE USED WATER ON THE ENGINE NEED TO REPLACE ENGINE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19951113
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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RECALL 93E019000 REGARDING FUEL SYSTEM OTHER PARTS: WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER NOTICED FUEL WAS LEAKING ONTO THE ENGINE. A MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS UNDER A RECALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20041130
1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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THE ENGINE IS MAKING TERRIBLE NOISE AND WILL NOT START AND IS NOT DRIVEABLE BECAUSE OF THE NOISE. PLEASE EXPLAIN. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950622
SAFETY TIMELINE
HYDROBOOST FAILURE
TRUNK FIRES
HYDRO BOOST
THE FUEL FILTERS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN INCORRECT THREADED FITTING. THE INCORRECT FITTING IS SIMILIAR ENOUGH IN SIZE THAT THE FUEL FILTER MAY APPEAR TO BE CORRECTLY THREADED ONTO THE FUEL LINE.
Remedy: THE IMPROPER THREADING COULD CAUSE A GASOLINE LEAK WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE WHEN EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Campaign 93E019000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1984 Cadillac Deville — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 93E019000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1984 Cadillac Deville reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1984 Cadillac Deville?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Cadillac Deville have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.