2002 Cadillac Deville Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 6%of 176 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 45,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the fuel system of the 2002 Cadillac Deville, 6% of the 176 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 45,500 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“The car started accelerating, on its own, up to 40 MPH from a stop sign or red light. The gas pedal was not stuck. Legacy ford in lagrande, oregon has told us it is an internal problem and they will have to put their diagnostic machine on it. We have already paid them 179.36 for labor, gasket and cleaner. They had told us to bring the car to them if it happened when we were in town so they could test it further. Last week I was in town and it happened so I took it to them. They couldn't diagnose the problem at the time so that is why they need to use the diagnostic machine. …”
NHTSA complaint #10680702, filed 2015-02, 91,000 miles“2002 Cadillac dts stalls out without warning intermittently at a stop light or sometimes while driving. If put in neutral it will restart. Dealer said it could cost several thousand dollars to fix, but no guarantee. Its dangerous.”
NHTSA complaint #10320465, filed 2010-03, 50,000 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Cadillac Deville. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to show the correct fuel level reading. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed the fuel pump and sensor needed to be replaced. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,000 and the current mileage was 90,000. Updated 12/22/14 updated 02/03/15”
NHTSA complaint #10604560, filed 2014-06, 10,000 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Cadillac Deville. The contact stated that once the fuel gauge reached the one quarter full mark, the fuel level gauge would reset to full. The vehicle had not been diagnosed for the failure however, the contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 03v238000 (fuel system,gasoline:storage:tank assembly) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 103,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10468807, filed 2012-08, 103,000 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Cadillac Deville. The contact stated that the fuel gauge would misread after refilling the fuel tank. The fuel gauge would fluctuate up and down after refueling. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic and they advised him that the fuel sensor had failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was then contacted and they advised him that he was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 03v238000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly). The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10409357, filed 2011-06, 41,000 milesRelated recalls
- 03V238000Jul 1, 2003On certain cadillac deville and seville passenger vehicles, funeral coaches, and limousines equipped with a v8 (4.6l) engine, oldsmobile aurora passenger…Covers: Cadillac Deville 2002–2003, Seville 2002–2003, Pontiac Bonneville 2002–2003 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10199281May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10176310May 8, 2020This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing…
- 10171878Jan 2, 2020This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137635May 10, 2017This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
- 10114831Nov 15, 2016This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block that have a possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 2 | 2% |
| 2004 | 3 | 2% |
| 2003 | 9 | 6% |
| 2002 | 11 | 6% |
| 2001 | 7 | 4% |
| 2000 | 5 | 2% |
| 1999 | 8 | 4% |
| 1998 | 16 | 7% |
| 1997 | 40 | 15% |
| 1996 | 35 | 16% |
| 1995 | 37 | 29% |
| 1994 | 17 | 13% |
| 1993 | 6 | 7% |
| 1992 | 30 | 22% |
| 1991 | 11 | 13% |
| 1990 | 4 | 5% |
| 1989 | 3 | 6% |
| 1988 | 1 | 4% |
| 1986 | 1 | 5% |
| 1984 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2002 Cadillac Deville
45 complaintsAir bags
26 complaintsEngine cooling
24 complaintsSteering
18 complaintsEngine
17 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
15 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsTires
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Cadillac Deville
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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