- The problem
- The fuel filters were produced with an incorrect threaded fitting. The incorrect fitting is similiar enough in size that the fuel filter may appear to be correctly threaded onto the fuel line.
- The risk
- REPLACE THE FILTERS WITH THE CORRECT FILTERS.
- The fix
- The improper threading could cause a gasoline leak which may result in an underhood fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
Vehicle safety record
1984 Cadillac Deville Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1984 Cadillac Deville with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (2) and the acceleration & cruise control (2). Those complaints describe 1 injury. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in June 1993 for the storage. For comparison, the 1983 has 5 and the 1985 has 21.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Deville year, for its age
#26 most complained-about 1984 vehicle
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1984 Cadillac Deville problems
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1984 Cadillac Deville recalls 1
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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6 complaints about the 1984 Cadillac Deville
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Recall 93e019000 regarding fuel system other parts: while pulling into a parking lot vehicle stalled. Consumer noticed fuel was leaking onto the engine. A mechanic informed the consumer that this vehicle was under a recall. Consumer contacted a local cadillac dealer, who informed the consumer that nothing would be done. *Ak
Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration resulting in vehicle accident with injuries.
SUDDEN ACCELERATION, CAUSING ACCIDENT.
Anti-freeze found in crankcase, causing coolant light to come on.
Purchased vehicle used water on the engine need to replace engine. Tt
The engine is making terrible noise and will not start and is not driveable because of the noise. Please explain. Tt
Cadillac Deville: every year compared
All Deville years1984 Cadillac Deville vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 Cadillac Deville | 6 | 1 | A | |
| 1984 Cadillac Eldorado | 8 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 1984 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1984 Cadillac Cadillac | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1984 Cadillac Cimarron | 1 | 2 | C | 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 1984 Cadillac Deville
Does the 1984 Cadillac Deville have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1984 Cadillac Deville: storage (June 1993). 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 1984 Cadillac Deville?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (2), acceleration & cruise control (2), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 1984 Cadillac Deville had?
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 22, 1995 and the latest on November 30, 2004. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1984 Cadillac Deville a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 94 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 1984 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