2003 Cadillac Deville vs 2003 Chevrolet Impala
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Cadillac Deville | 2003 Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 144 | 694 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 477 | 477 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 32 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 32 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 69,000 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Deville | Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 51 | 264 |
| Engine | 16 | 88 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 103 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 80 |
| Air Bags | 25 | 39 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 54 |
| Power Train | 14 | 30 |
| Steering | 12 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 21 | 56 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 69 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 21 |
| Overheating | 0 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 12 |
2003 Cadillac Deville
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.