Cadillac Deville Suspension problems by year

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 cadillac deville equipped with michelin primacy mxv4 tires, size: 235/60/r16 (na). While driving 50 mph, the tires vibrated. It was diagnosed that the vehicle needed a new front axle. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The tires were replaced. The tires were replacement tires. The contact also noticed that all four tires were dry rotted. The vehicle failure mileage was 36,000 and the tire failure mileage was 5,500. The vin was not available. Updated 09/08/16*lj *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 cadillac deville. While driving approximately 70 mph, the rear passenger side of the vehicle was leaking battery acid. As a result, the rear axle detached. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 177,000.

I took my cadillac in for a recall on my keys. Then the dealership inspected my car and told me I have a badly worn right front tie rod that needs to be replaced at a cost of $6,000. I do not feel that there is anything wrong with my car, but have not had a second opinion. What can be done about this?? [[redacted]] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6). *Tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 cadillac deville. The contact stated while driving the 35 mph, the vehicle started to vibrated causing the contact to lose control and crashed into construction barrier. A police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. The contact received a notification for recall nhtsa campaign number: 14v35500 (electrical system). The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or mechanic. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 151,291.

I put my car in drive and it felt and sounded like the entire front end fell out,my electric shows everything works , have also had weird thing come up that I can not turn security off, it started over heating I have fixed everything but will still get extremely hot for no reason. *Tr

Front wheel bearings have dangerously failed prematurely two times in 113,000 miles. Failed dangerously at 60,000 and 113000 miles. This resulted in front wheel shimmy (shaking steering wheel excessively) at high speeds and at all times when braking. Felt like I was loosing brakes when braking down a hill. When car is jacked up wheel rocked back and forth about 2 inches. Seems to me that this is a common problem on gm cars that use the cartridge type of wheel hub bearing assemblies as indicated by numerous post on the internet and my personal experience as an auto mechanic. *Tr

I backed out of my driveway, shifted to drive, began driving on my street and the wheel came off and the car hit the ground. The drivers side ball joint broke. Had I been on the freeway, this would have caused a multi-car accident with injury and or death to many people. Oem ball joints, especially on an expensive car like a cadillac deville, should have a lifetime or the same life expectancy as the other major components, including the frame. It is an engineering defect (inferior metal strength and quality)...

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 cadillac dts. While driving between 60-70 mph, the vehicle began to vibrate excessively. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who was unable to provide a remedy repair for the abnormal vibration. The front passenger side rim and all four tires were replaced; however the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 29,000. Updated 01/04/12*lj

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 cadillac deville. The contact was driving 35-40 mph when he heard the anti-locks brakes exhibit an unusually loud squeaking and humming sound. The contact stated that he was a certified mechanic and had experienced the failure eight months ago. The contact discovered that the failure was caused by the hub assembly, which he replaced. The contact stated that the hub assembly was in need of a second replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 71,850 and the current mileage was 72,000.

2003 Cadillac deville dhs *gr the front brake pads, rotors and left front caliper had to be replace. The consumer stated the left front caliper would stick and it didn't release properly which caused the left front brake and rotor to wear. After the consumer picked the vehicle up and started driving, she heard the new brakes grinding. The consumer contacted the dealer again and was told after market parts had been installed on her vehicle. Consumer stated she specifically requested original gm parts be put on the vehicle. The dealer also informed the consumer the engine block halves and rear shocks were leaking oil. *Jb

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 cadillac deville. While driving between 60-70 mph, the vehicle would shimmy drastically. The independent mechanic advised the contact not to drive the vehicle over 50 mph. The front tie rod was replaced and a semi-alignment was performed. The axle hub carrier rear suspension was faulty and the coil spring was also damaged. Later, the windshield wipers would not operate and, upon further investigation, it was discovered that the wipers were wired incorrectly. While driving less than...

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 20 mph, there was a humming noise coming from the front of the vehicle. It was inspected by a dealer who determined the right front wheel bearing was loose and needed to be replaced.

Dt*: the contact stated while backing up from a parking space on normal road conditions at 5 mph, the bolt and wheel on the front driver side detached from the vehicle. It was towed and later repaired. The failed part and the repair invoice were available.

Car swings side ways in certain road conditions. Feels as though you will lose control of the car. *Nm

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle veers toward the left or right without warning. Upon inspection the independent repair shop determined the rubber coating in the rear knuckle suspension is deteriorating due to the connector joints rubbing. The vehicle is at the mechanics awaiting the replacement parts. Updated 4/6/2006 - *nm