1996 Cadillac Deville service brakes, hydraulic problems
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 1996 Cadillac Deville — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1996 cadillac deville. The contact stated that the rubber part of the brake line split into two separate pieces while driving 35 mph. The brakes could not be used and the emergency brake and gears were applied to stop the vehicle from moving. General motors stated that someone…”
filed Aug 1, 2008
“Replacement of brake controller 1996 cadillac concours at a cost of 1400.00. Approaching stop sign at low speed brakes failed causing car to stop beyond stop sign. I notice that 1997 and later cadillacs have been recalled for this same problem. I am sure gm is aware that 1996 models have the same…”
filed Aug 21, 2007
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8…
PIP4723F · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 14, 2022
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Deville years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Deville | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 Deville | 2 | 1% |
| 2003 Deville | 8 | 6% |
| 2002 Deville | 6 | 3% |
| 2001 Deville | 16 | 9% |
| 2000 Deville | 18 | 8% |
| 1999 Deville | 15 | 8% |
| 1998 Deville | 32 | 14% |
| 1997 Deville | 55 | 20% |
| 1995 Deville | 11 | 9% |
| 1994 Deville | 18 | 14% |
| 1993 Deville | 22 | 24% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 Cadillac Deville
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.