Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1995 Cadillac Deville owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Cadillac Deville. While driving approximately 55 MPH, a large amound of smoke appeared from the front driver side. The contact pulled the vehicle over, opened the hood, and noticed flames. The contact extinguished the fire and the vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was diagnosed that there was a fuel rail leakage. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 04V110000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 124,000.
Severe vibration between 50 to 80 mi. Per hour. Have spent over $1000.00 to try to remedy problem. Dealership said they can't do anymore and it must be a manufacturing defect. There is also a very loud popping noise when the steering wheel is turned in either direction. It comes from either side and possibly chassis. At first thought it was struts or bearings. Complete front end repair did not fix the noise. Car has never been in an accident either. There is also a problem with changing gear shift from parking to reverse or drive on an incline. Sometimes it jams and has to be jerked very had to go into gear. Other times it slips from gear to another. Have replaced brakes 2 times. Still has shudder upon pressing brakes regardless of speed. An offensive odor like rotten eggs, especially when using air conditioner. Dealership said they found this a lot in this certain vehicle. …
While driving up an incline on hot day with ac on I got message no charge, and "engine hot shutdown soon", & ac compressor off! (a no brainer with belt shredded!!) as well as steering going numb. When I looked under the hood the serpentine belt had slipped off the pulleys & shredded. Upon closer inspection it was determined that the power steering pump "adapter" has a leak that drips oil directly onto the belt & pulleys which are smooth with nothing to stop belt from sliding off should a leak occurs. I have been unable to find "power steering pump adapter" in salvage yard & its out of production at GM & not in stock at my local dealer.
Car loses detonation and won't always restart right away. Has happened numerous times even at highway speeds. Engine completely stops. Other electrical systems are still working. Car stalls. This is very much a safety issue and has happened once going 65 MPH on the freeway.
Consumer does not feel safe with vehicle due to unexpected power failure. Had no other choice but to sell vehicle. Vehicle has had repairs on the following: water pump, fuel system, and ignition module. None of which solved the problem). Dealer wanted to give the consumer a $1000.00 owner loyalty certificate which could be used upon the trade of a new vehicle. But the consumer felt that was inadequate and traded the vehicle in on his own terms after having numerous difficulties w/various dealership representatives(stated in letter). Consumer expects to receive a refund of the monies he had spent on getting the vehicle repaired...
This has occurred on expressway 3 times. Engine quits and loses all power . Will start up when you stop and put in park. This is very dangerous on expressways. Vehicle is now at Cadillac service trying to find problem. Will not drive this car until repaired. When engine quits all power is lost. Wife has arthritis in her hands. This is her car.
When attempting to start vehicle engine will crank, but neglects to turn over. Consumer noted that after several attempts vehicle will start. When driving vehicle will cut off without prior warning which causes loss of all power. Consumer has contacted deale. Dealer was unable to determine the cause. Please provide any further details.
While servicing vehicle independent repair shop informed consumer of a strut rod and front engine mounts being broken, and needed to be replaced. Manufacturer was notified, and informed consumer that those parts were not covered under a recall.
While driving at low speeds and after the vehicle is warmed up a rattling noise occurs in the engine compartment, cause unknown. Dealer cannot identify the problem. Please give any further details.
Intermittent stalling. Dealer replaced fuel pump/ignition module and distributor, but vehicle continued to stall without warning, often in midst of highway-speed rush hour traffic- 50-60 MPH.
Engine complaints in other Deville years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 1995 Cadillac Deville?
NHTSA has 20 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 1995 Cadillac Deville, 16% of the model year's 129 complaints. The component named most often is engine › gasoline (15 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1995 Cadillac Deville engine problems?
No. NHTSA lists no engine & cooling recall for the 1995 Cadillac Deville, though it has 2 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 1995 Cadillac Deville engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 140,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 1 fire and 2 injuries to engine & cooling problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.