1991 Cadillac Brougham: problems, recalls and reliability

5 recalls and 6 owner complaints on record; most reports concern vehicle speed control.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Jun 1991

recalls

owner complaints

fire reports

typical failure mileage, mi

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

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Common problems

Computed from 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 6 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.

Vehicle Speed Control (unintended acceleration, cruise control)1 complaint

Latches/Locks/Linkages (door locks, latches, hood release)1 complaint

Service Brakes, Air (brakes)1 complaint

Structure (body, frame, doors, rust)1 complaint

Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)1 complaint

Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)1 complaint

“Whenever taking foot off gas pedal after coming to a stop or even slowing down, vehicle acclerates forward. Has not contacted dealer. *ak”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · May 2000

“The power door locks do not lock or unlock when vehicle is put in gear because a piece of metal broke off the latch. Driver's side latch was replaced on 8/2/97 and passenger's side replaced on 8/11/97. *ak consumer states that the front seat belts are mounted in doors, if doors unlatch, there is no restraint of passengers with the door open. *slc”Owner report · Structure · Aug 1997

When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 5 campaigns

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS91V094000 · 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.

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 1991 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Body stylesSedan/Saloon

How other years compare

199010 complaints · 9 recalls 1991 (this page)6 complaints · 5 recalls

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1991 Cadillac Brougham reliable?

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on record for the 1991 Cadillac Brougham. The most complained-about area is vehicle speed control.

Does the 1991 Cadillac Brougham have open recalls?

5 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.