1987 Cadillac Deville Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1987 Cadillac Deville.

19861988
Complaints
52
Crashes
1
Fires
9
Injuries
2
Fatalities
1
Recalls
0

Worst 1987 Cadillac Deville Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#111 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

Fires:2
#26 complaints

Steering:Rack And Pinion

Avg mileage:108,100 mi
Fires:1
#35 complaints

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1987 Cadillac Deville.

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Rack And Pinion
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
108,100
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Driveline:Differential Unit
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Air:Disc:Rotor
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Frame And Members
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Macpherson Strut
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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1987 Cadillac Deville — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1987 Cadillac Deville reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 1987 Cadillac Deville has 52 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1987 Cadillac Deville?
Top reported problems: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline (11 complaints); Steering:Rack And Pinion (6 complaints, avg 108,100 mi); Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine (5 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1987 Cadillac Deville?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 108,100 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1987 Cadillac Deville?
NHTSA complaints for the 1987 Cadillac Deville include 1 crash-related reports, 9 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 1 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1987 Cadillac Deville have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1987 Cadillac Deville as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1987 Cadillac Deville?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

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