1999 Buick Lesabre vs 1999 Cadillac Deville
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 | 1999 Buick Lesabre | 1999 Cadillac Deville |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 209 | 187 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 80 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 17 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 18 |
| Median reported mileage | 76,000 mi | 66,278 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lesabre | Cadillac Deville |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 69 | 47 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 49 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 20 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 15 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 21 | 8 |
| Suspension | 19 | 9 |
| Steering | 8 | 13 |
| Power Train | 15 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 31 | 26 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 0 |
| Overheating | 8 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
1999 Buick Lesabre
1999 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.