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Cadillac Deville Best and Worst Years (2005)

NHTSA has 95 owner complaints and 1 recall campaigns on file for the Cadillac Deville (2005–2005). With data for fewer than 4 model years, we show the numbers without year verdicts.

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls per model-year, ranked within this model — not a reliability rating. Methodology.

Model years
1
2005
NHTSA complaints
95
Recall campaigns
1
Crashes reported
10
Fires reported
1
Top problem area
Electrical System

Deville Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)02550751002005
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Cadillac Deville problems and recalls by year

YearVerdictIndexComplaintsCrashesFiresRecallsTop issueMPGNCAP
2005No verdict—951011Electrical System18.5—

Most common Cadillac Deville problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

  1. Electrical System37 (39%)
  2. Steering29 (31%)
  3. Airbags18 (19%)
  4. Engine14 (15%)
  5. Brakes10 (11%)
  6. Suspension, Wheels & Tires6 (6%)
  7. Structure & Body5 (5%)
  8. Transmission & Powertrain4 (4%)
  9. Visibility & Wipers4 (4%)
  10. Fuel System2 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the Cadillac Deville?
Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are electrical system (37, 39%), steering (29, 31%), and airbags (18, 19%).
How many recalls does the Cadillac Deville have?
NHTSA lists 1 distinct recall campaigns covering Cadillac Deville model years 2005–2005. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.