2000 Cadillac Deville
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 3 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 41 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 49 |
| 1990 | 77 |
| 1991 | 88 |
| 1992 | 135 |
| 1993 | 96 |
| 1994 | 140 |
| 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
27% of complaints: electrical system — 60 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and horn.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO A MAILBOX. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140902
24% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 53 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
WHILED RIVING VEHICLE SHUT OFF DUE TO ENGINE CRANK SHAFT SENSOR FAIURE. *JB...*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030226
12% of complaints: visibility — 28 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing power window devices and controls and exterior.
CRASH INJURY12% of complaints: service brakes — 27 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140825
Also filed under POWER TRAIN
12% of complaints: air bags — 26 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, THE SEAT BELT DIDN'T RETRACT AND CONSUMER WAS INJURED.*JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030226
Also filed under SEAT BELTS
CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH AT 30 MPH IMPACT IN WHICH NEITHER DRIVER'S SIDE NOR FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. ALSO, FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. *AK *ML
NHTSA ODI report, 20000608
CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 65 MPH, SWERVED TO AVOID HITTING AN ANIMAL, AND LEFT WHEEL WENT OFF PAVEMENT. WHEN CONSUMER TRIED TO GET BACK ON PAVEMENT, VEHICLE LOST CONTROL AND HIT A GUARDRAIL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000425
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIMOUSINES. DURING NORMAL ENGINE ROLL, THE PLASTIC END FITTING OF THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE COULD CONTACT THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND FRACTURE. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIR
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW CRUISE CONTROL BRACKET AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE.
Campaign 00V021000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE INTERNAL FLUID LEAKS IN THE BRAKE HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ABS HYDRAULIC MODULATOR UNIT AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC MODULATOR.
Campaign 00V114000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, HEARSE, AND LIMOUSINES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." THESE VEHICLES HAVE SEAT BEL
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SEAT BELTS AND, IF NECESSARY, MODIFY THE LATCH PLATES OR REPLACE THE RETRACTOR. DEALERS WILL ALSO ADD "SNAP ON" LATCH CLIPS TO ELIMINATE THE POTENTIAL OF INVERTED LATCH PLATE
Campaign 00V347000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES CONTAIN DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER LAP AND/OR SHOULDER BELT RETRACTORS THAT MAY NOT REMAIN LOCKED UP AS DESIGNED DURING A CRASH IN WHICH THE BELT PRETENSIONERS DEPLOY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RETAINER KIT IN THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SAFETY BELT PRETENSIONER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 31, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AG
Campaign 02V227000 — check if this car was fixed
FAILING SEAT BELT BUCKLES
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.
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.
Campaign 14V355000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Cadillac Deville — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (60 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (53 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V021000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V114000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V347000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 02V227000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V355000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Cadillac Deville reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Cadillac Deville is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Cadillac Deville?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Cadillac Deville have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.