Worst 1985 Cadillac Deville Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
Steering Defects
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1985 Cadillac Deville.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Rack And Pinion | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hood:Hinge And Attachments | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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1985 Cadillac Deville — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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