The 2000 Cadillac DeVille has 8 recalls, the most serious being an ignition switch that can slip out of the run position under key ring weight or road jolts, cutting engine power, power steering, and power brakes while driving and disabling the airbags in a crash.
Several recalls are specific to limousine and hearse versions of this vehicle. On those, the cruise control cable's plastic end fitting can crack against the brake master cylinder during normal engine movement, potentially preventing the throttle from closing fully. A separate concern on limousine and hearse models involves the right front brake hose contacting the wheel, which can wear through the hose, allow brake fluid to leak, and result in a low pedal and longer stopping distances.
On the safety restraint side, the front seatbelt retractors may fail to lock and stay locked when the pretensioners fire in a crash, reducing how much the belt restrains the occupant. There is also a seatbelt buckle concern where the release button requires more force than allowed, making it harder to unbuckle after a collision. Rounding out the list, the tire placard carries an incomplete tire size designation and an incorrect speed rating.
