1997 Cadillac Deville vs 1997 Dodge Intrepid
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Cadillac Deville | 1997 Dodge Intrepid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 269 | 344 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 74 | 84 |
| Investigations | 5 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 26 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 93,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac Deville | Dodge Intrepid |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 34 | 79 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 47 | 53 |
| Steering | 22 | 61 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 55 | 20 |
| Power Train | 11 | 53 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 29 |
| Exterior Lighting | 29 | 14 |
| Suspension | 10 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 19 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 8 |
| Steering problems | 9 | 11 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
1997 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.