1990 Cadillac Brougham: problems, recalls and reliability

9 recalls and 10 owner complaints on record; most reports concern seat belts.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Jun 1991

9

recalls

10

owner complaints

1

fire reports

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typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

1 fire report

Common problems Recalls Specs Other years FAQ

Common problems

Computed from 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 10 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.

Seat Belts2 complaints

Seats2 complaints

Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)1 complaint

Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)1 complaint

Exterior Lighting (headlights, taillights)1 complaint

Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)1 complaint

“During brake application noted hesitation before computer engages causing vehicle to float. Tt upon impact the shoulder straps snapped causing conusmer to suffer injuries.*jb”Owner report · Seat Belts · Nov 1990

“Inner rim which is bolted onto the vehicle has separated from the outer rim which is mounted to the tire. Dealer cannot identify the problem. Please give any further details. *ak”Owner report · Tires

When filing, owners marked a crash in 3 of these complaints and injuries in 4 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 9 campaigns

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS91V093000 · Jun 1991

REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS ARE TOO SMALL TO ALLOW FOR PROPER BRAKING.

Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS91V096000 · Jun 1991

REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS ARE TOO SMALL TO ALLOW FOR PROPER BRAKING.

Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS91V099000 · Jun 1991

REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS ARE TOO SMALL TO ALLOW FOR PROPER BRAKING.

Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS91V100000 · Jun 1991

Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS91V101000 · Jun 1991

Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS91V092000 · Jun 1991

REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS TOO SMALL TO ALLOW FOR PROPER BRAKING.

Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS90V134000 · Jul 1990

GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATINGS AND TIRE INFORMATION MAY BE INCORRECT ON LABELS.

Remedy: INSTALL REVISED CERTIFICATION LABELS.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS90V133000 · Jul 1990

TIRE PLACARD MAY CONTAIN INCORRECT GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATINGS AND TIRE INFORMATION.

Remedy: INSTALL REVISED TIRE PLACARDS.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM91V011000 · Jan 1991

LIMOUSINE FAILED TO MEET STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105.

Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A LARGER CYLINDER.

Specifications

Factory options offered for the 1990 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Body stylesSedan/Saloon

How other years compare

1990 (this page)10 complaints · 9 recalls 19916 complaints · 5 recalls

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1990 Cadillac Brougham reliable?

NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 9 recall campaigns on record for the 1990 Cadillac Brougham. The most complained-about area is seat belts.

Does the 1990 Cadillac Brougham have open recalls?

9 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:wheel cylinders. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.