1999 Cadillac Deville: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1999 Cadillac Deville: 1 recall, 187 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #00V217000 · 2000 · 215,293 vehicles
What's wrong: Some of the side impact sensor modules have quality problems that can cause an inadvertent deployment of the driver or passenger side impact air bags. These side air bags deploy with less force than a frontal air bag and are designed to minimize the risk of serious injury.
Why it matters: However, an occupant can receive some injury from a deployment.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver and passenger side impact sensing modules. If the vehicle has had the side air bags temporarily disconected, the temporary disconnect will be removed before replacing the side impact sensing modules.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 4 mention a fire, 25 injuries and 3 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (49): the most common themes are fails to deploy (7), deploys unexpectedly / inflator (4).
- Engine & cooling (47): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (22), overheating (9), leaks (7).
- Electrical (20): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (7), electrical failure (7), warning light on (5).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (15): the most common themes are noise or vibration (5).
The 1999 Cadillac Deville has 187 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 16 Deville model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 159). Complaints peaked in 2000 (41 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 65,555 miles. Neighboring years: 1998 (237 complaints, 3 recalls), 2000 (225 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 15 | 24 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 1999 Cadillac Deville have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1999 Cadillac Deville. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1999 Cadillac Deville problems?
Owners have filed 187 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (49), engine & cooling (47), electrical (20).
What gas mileage does the 1999 Cadillac Deville get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (4.6 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1999 Cadillac Deville repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.