Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2003 Cadillac Deville
NHTSA data on file today
The 2003 Cadillac Deville has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 145 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #14V355000 Ignition Switch may Turn Off NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #03V238000 GM/FUEL TANK PRESSURE SENSOR NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #03V051000 GM/DRIVER'S AIR BAG NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #02V222000 GM/AIR BAG INFLATOR NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 52 complaints
- Air Bags 25 complaints
- Engine 16 complaints
- Power Train 14 complaints
- Steering 12 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 10 complaints
Of the 145 complaints on file, 15 report a crash; across all 145 complaints, owners report 15 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2003 Cadillac DeVille shows several safety-related recalls, notably affecting the ignition, fuel system, and airbags. Additionally, it has high complaints about the electrical system and airbag issues, indicating potential costly repairs. Overall, its reliability is concerning over the long term.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 70,000–100,000 miles | $300–$800 | very common |
| airbag system | 60,000–90,000 miles | $400–$1,000 | common |
| fuel system | 80,000–120,000 miles | $200–$500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles
- Replace brake pads and rotors as needed
- Transmission fluid change every 30,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 60,000 miles
- Inspect and replace timing belt if needed
- Alignment and tire rotation every 10,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Recurring ignition issues
- Airbag warning lights
- Fuel smell indicating leaks or sensor issues
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2003 Cadillac Deville at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.