2003 Cadillac Deville Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 11%of 145 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 74,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the engine of the 2003 Cadillac Deville, 11% of the 145 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 74,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My engine leaks oil from the seals. It was always dealer maintained for regular maintenance with low mileage. It started 3 years ago. I noticed you recalled other vehicles for this problem. My engine is a v8. Regular oil changes etc. It continues to leak. Dealer wants $2,500 to fix seals. The way I drive it with low millage of 60,000 miles it should not have leaked. Just read about recall of other GM cars on 27 oct. 2015.”
NHTSA complaint #10786389, filed 2015-10, 60,000 miles“After taking off from a stop sign, I drove up over about 1 1/2 inch vertical rise in the pavement (small bump). The engine and electrical systems shut down. I lost power stirring and power brakes. I got stopped and restarted the engine. This occurred about 3 days after I had taken my car to the GM dealer for repairs covered by GM recall 14299, unintended ignition key rotation . My key did not rotate. Yesterday april 2, 2015 when driving 45 MPH on a state highway, the engine stopped again without hitting any bumps. …”
NHTSA complaint #10703620, filed 2015-04, 64,020 miles“I was driving at approximately 60 mhp on i77 north - without notice of any kind it became very difficult to steer my vehicle and I lost control as well as all power & acceleration. All of this happened so fast but I looked down and noticed several dash board/warning lights on. These lights normally only go on for a second or so when starting the car. Having no power or acceleration I was able to navigate my car to the side of the road with out an accident but immediately noticed that my ignition was already turned off. …”
NHTSA complaint #10627587, filed 2014-08, 50,150 miles“Engine shuts off without warning, sometimes when stopped and/or while moving.this has happened about 4 times in the last year. Suspect a defect ignition switch and/or a crankshaft position sensor.”
NHTSA complaint #10618260, filed 2014-08, 58,000 miles“I tried to explain to the dealership that unaware of the recall my cars breaks had failed and crashed my vehicle. They said the only thing that was affected was the key. I had told her that the result of my crash was from my breaks not working due to the recall. She told me no that that wasnt affected. I just want my car to be safe on the road as i have kids, and family that ride with me regularly.”
NHTSA complaint #11441153, filed 2021-11Related 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…
- 10242298Aug 10, 2023This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10211658May 2, 2022This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
- 10178387Jul 27, 2020This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
- 10176326May 21, 2020This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 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…
- 10167437Oct 14, 2019This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the…
- 10160987May 7, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the…
- 10160983May 6, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
- 10144451Aug 8, 2018This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 10 | 11% |
| 2004 | 17 | 10% |
| 2003 | 16 | 11% |
| 2002 | 17 | 10% |
| 2001 | 14 | 8% |
| 2000 | 9 | 4% |
| 1999 | 4 | 2% |
| 1997 | 1 | 0% |
| 1996 | 1 | 0% |
| 1995 | 2 | 2% |
| 1993 | 1 | 1% |
| 1992 | 1 | 1% |
| 1991 | 1 | 1% |
| 1990 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2003 Cadillac Deville
52 complaintsAir bags
25 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsSteering
12 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
11 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsEquipment
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology