Vehicle safety record
1972 Cadillac Deville Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1972 Cadillac Deville with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (2). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in November 1973 for the idler and attachment. For comparison, the 1971 has 0 and the 1973 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Deville year, for its age
#2 most complained-about 1972 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1972 Cadillac Deville problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1972 Cadillac Deville recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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2 complaints about the 1972 Cadillac Deville
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
VEHICLE SLIPPED OUT OF PARK.
Vehicle slipped out of park while on mechanic's lift. (Investigator for attorney for client) (other vehicle on 476384) *skd
Cadillac Deville: every year compared
All Deville years1972 Cadillac Deville vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 Cadillac Deville | 2 | 2 | A | |
| 1972 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1972 Cadillac Deville
Does the 1972 Cadillac Deville have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1972 Cadillac Deville: idler and attachment (November 1973); axle assembly (September 1972). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1972 Cadillac Deville?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (2).
How many complaints has the 1972 Cadillac Deville had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 31, 1994 and the latest on November 29, 1994. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1972 Cadillac Deville a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 96 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Cadillac Deville year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Cadillac Deville years have the most complaints?
1997 (280), 1998 (242), 2000 (237). See every Cadillac Deville year compared.
What should I do if my 1972 Cadillac Deville has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data