2001 Cadillac Deville: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Cadillac Deville: 4 recalls, 175 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #00V347000 · 2000 · 116,682 vehicles
What's wrong: Some of these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." these vehicles have seat belts that May not meet the 30-pound push button release effort requirement of the standard.
Why it matters: High release efforts could make it more difficult for a crash victim to release the belt and exit the vehicle.
The fix: 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 insertion. Owner notification is being conducted in phases. The first phase began May 29, 2001, and…
Body & structure Vehicle recall #01V172000 · 2001 · 47,560 vehicles
What's wrong: 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." these vehicles have sunvisor center supports with certain radii less than the 3.2mm required by the standard.
Why it matters: Radii less than 3.2mm can increase the possibility of certain types of injuries, like lacerations, if an occupant contacts the support during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the sunvisor center supports with redesigned supports. Owner notification began November 28, 2001.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #02V227000 · 2002 · 269,169 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: In such a crash, this could result in an increase in injury for that occupant.
The fix: Dealers will install a retainer kit in the driver and passenger safety belt pretensioner. Owner notification began January 31, 2003.
Electrical Vehicle recall #14V355000 · 2014 · 3,141,731 vehicles
What's wrong: 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,…
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 23 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (45): the most common themes are electrical failure (25), stalls / loses power (16), warning light on (10).
- Engine & cooling (38): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (15), warning light on (5), excess oil use (4).
- Airbags (19): the most common themes are fails to deploy (10), warning light on (3).
- Steering (18): the most common themes are steering problems (14), noise or vibration (7), warning light on (4).
The 2001 Cadillac Deville has 175 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 16 Deville model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 159). Complaints peaked in 2014 (35 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 74,238 miles. Neighboring years: 2000 (225 complaints, 5 recalls), 2002 (176 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 | 25 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Cadillac Deville have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2001 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 2001 Cadillac Deville problems?
Owners have filed 175 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (45), engine & cooling (38), airbags (19).
What gas mileage does the 2001 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 2001 Cadillac Deville repair manual?
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