2004 Cadillac Deville recalls and problems

The 2004 Cadillac Deville has 1 safety recall and 167 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Cadillac dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
167
Crashes / fires
13 / 4
Injuries / deaths
14 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Cadillac Deville vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Cadillac Deville recalls

Recall 14V-355: Electrical System

Reported Jun 23, 2014 · 3,141,731 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

Problem: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), and 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14299.

2004 Cadillac Deville problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System51
Steering37
Visibility31
Air Bags25
Engine17
Power Train6
Engine and Engine Cooling5
Service Brakes5
Unknown or Other5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Vehicle Speed Control3
Seats3

Most reported parts

  • Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 20
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 3
  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 2
  • Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 2
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
  • Electrical System › Ignition › Switch — 2
  • Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Flasher Unit — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 68,872 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Cadillac Deville complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · at 209,817 miles · reported May 15, 2026
The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac Deville. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle jerked. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred during the warm weather season. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was serviced for an Emissions tesand the contact was informed that the torque converter clutch door was stuck. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 209.817.
Steering · at 102,331 miles · reported Jul 21, 2021
The contact owns a 2004 Cadillac Deville. The contact stated that while driving on a mountain at a slow speed, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 102,331.
Air Bags · at 17,000 miles · reported Apr 24, 2020
Car will not start when I turn the key checked the fuses all good check the battery good. Then it started next day drove home from work and power turned off in the middle of the street power steering started to lock as I managed to pull off in to a parking lot. Started once again, made it home. Next day was able to stard vehicle drove to work, once it was time for me to head home tried starting car and nothing nothing I can open trunk with key fob can't open gas tank door from inside manually. My car is saying air bag light constantly. Also I have a consistent squeak ing/grinding on the front…
Visibility · reported Dec 10, 2019
2004 cadillac deville. Consumer writes in regards to various defects on vehicle. The consumer stated the mirror adjusters did not work properly, the front console fell out and was hangning by wires, the rear window on the passenger and the driver's side fell, and the rear door panel on the driver's side was loose. The rear interior door handle was inoperable.
Unknown or Other · at 75,000 miles · reported Nov 6, 2019
The regulators on all four power windows broke, all while driving on higher speed roads (Main thoroughfares or highways), three out of four on occasions with inclement precipitous weather and/or extreme cold. This was not only expensive to repair each time, but created an unsafe driving environment exposing the driver and passengers to the elements! A representative at the dealer in nashville said the company knew this was common but never was held to a recall. Over $1,200 for repairs over the years because of some cheap chinese-made plastic parts! How do I know that the replacements will hold…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Cadillac Deville have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Cadillac Deville: 14V-355 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Cadillac Deville?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (51 reports), followed by steering (37). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 68,872 miles.

Are Cadillac recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Cadillac dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.