1999 Cadillac Deville Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 5%of 187 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 71,850miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the suspension of the 1999 Cadillac Deville, 5% of the 187 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 71,850 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 1999 Cadillac Deville, there is a problem with the rear suspension knuckle assembly, I have had this car to 2 different dealers, the second dealer, last summer, replaced the rear struts & stabilizer bar which did not rectify the situation when ambient temperatures are above 60 degrees, I hear a fierce screech/scrunch sound from the rear suspension, I have gone round & round with Cadillac customer service & the dealers, now that the car is no longer under warranty Cadillac doesn't want anything to do with it. …”
NHTSA complaint #10021072, filed 2003-06, 29,000 miles“The contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle veers toward the left or right without warning. Upon inspection the independent repair shop determined the rubber coating in the rear knuckle suspension is deteriorating due to the connector joints rubbing. The vehicle is at the mechanics awaiting the replacement parts. Updated 4/6/2006 -”
NHTSA complaint #10153441, filed 2006-03, 102,617 miles“The contact owns a 1999 Cadillac Deville. The contact was driving 35-40 MPH when he heard the anti-locks brakes exhibit an unusually loud squeaking and humming sound. The contact stated that he was a certified mechanic and had experienced the failure eight months ago. The contact discovered that the failure was caused by the hub assembly, which he replaced. The contact stated that the hub assembly was in need of a second replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 71,850 and the current mileage was 72,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10362683, filed 2010-10, 71,850 miles“The contact owns a 1999 Cadillac Deville. While driving between 60-70 MPH, the vehicle would shimmy drastically. The independent mechanic advised the contact not to drive the vehicle over 50 MPH. The front tie rod was replaced and a semi-alignment was performed. The axle hub carrier rear suspension was faulty and the coil spring was also damaged. Later, the windshield wipers would not operate and, upon further investigation, it was discovered that the wipers were wired incorrectly. While driving less than 50 MPH, the check oil warning light illuminated because there was no oil in the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10242794, filed 2008-09, 130,000 miles“Suspension feels loose-found:left front strut leaking,strut mount loose ,link loose and noisy.replaced left front strut,strut mount and stabilizer link.realined front wheels.also,because air bag light on intermittently replaced passenger side impact sensor module due to a short. Dealer support was excellent and appreciated.”
NHTSA complaint #717466, filed 2000-01Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 2 | 2% |
| 2004 | 1 | 1% |
| 2003 | 3 | 2% |
| 2002 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 8 | 5% |
| 2000 | 5 | 2% |
| 1999 | 9 | 5% |
| 1998 | 13 | 5% |
| 1997 | 10 | 4% |
| 1996 | 9 | 4% |
| 1995 | 7 | 5% |
| 1994 | 7 | 6% |
| 1993 | 9 | 10% |
| 1992 | 2 | 1% |
| 1990 | 2 | 3% |
| 1987 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 1999 Cadillac Deville
49 complaintsEngine cooling
47 complaintsBrakes
20 complaintsElectrical system
20 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsTires
8 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsEngine
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Cadillac Deville
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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