2005 Cadillac DE Ville
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Cadillac DE Ville is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.
2005 Cadillac DE Ville at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2005 Cadillac DE Ville recalls 1
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2…
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadill…
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2005 Cadillac DE Ville safety ratings
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Side barrier testSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2005 Cadillac DeVille 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2005 Cadillac DE Ville MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2005 Cadillac DE Ville costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2005 Cadillac DE Ville. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.