Wiring problems of the 1996 Cadillac Deville

Three problems related to wiring have been reported for the 1996 Cadillac Deville. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 08/29/2003

When the driver put the key in and turned the ignition vehicle caught on fire. The fire department extinguished the fire. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

2 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 11/11/2000

The problem was faulty wiring caused by acid leaking onto the auto cables etc. The dealer service department was aware of this problem caused by these defective batteries, but Cadillac refuse to acknowledge responsibility for this, stating only that my warranty ran out! the problem is a defective battery!.

3 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 10/24/2000

Wiring system failed, resulting in a short circuit which ignited a fire. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.


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