1992 Cadillac Eldorado: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 25 owner complaints on record; most reports concern suspension.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Sep 1991
1
recalls
25
owner complaints
0
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.
Among the quietest Eldorado years (#8 of 9 by complaints, age-adjusted)No fire reports
Common problems
Computed from 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Limited data: only 25 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.
Suspension (shocks, springs, ride quality)4 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)4 complaints
Vehicle Speed Control (unintended acceleration, cruise control)3 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)3 complaints
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)2 complaints
Tires2 complaints
“Tl* the contact owns a 1992 cadillac eldorado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the engine warning indicator illuminated continuously until the engine was turned off. The contact stated that the engine had overheated and he allowed the engine to cool. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the radiator would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000. Updated 11/15/13*cn the consumer stated the entire radiator was replaced. Updated 11/20/13”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Aug 2012
“I was driving home from work when my 1992 cadillac eldorado headlights when out barely able to see 5 minutes afterwards lights came back on thinking that I must have a wire loose check wiring when I got home and found no loose wire anywhere. Next day had vehicle service to see if mechanic could find why my lights are keep turning off. Mechanic could not find any problem. So when I decided to go out for dinner my headlights would not come on. The only light that is working was the passenger side parking light. This is very dangerous while driving down country side roads if it was totally dark outside I would have had a bad accident. *tr”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Nov 2010
“I was driving home from work when my 1992 cadillac eldorado headlights went out, barely able to see, then 5 minutes afterwards lights came back on, thinking that I must have a wire loose so I checked the wiring when I got home and found no loose wires anywhere. During the next day I had my 1992 cadillac serviced to see if the mechanic could find out why the lights are turning off. Mechanic could not find any problem. So when I decided to go out for dinner my headlights would not come on again. The only light that is working was the passenger side parking light. This is very dangerous while driving down country side roads if it was totally dark outside I would have had a bad accident. *tr”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Nov 2010
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“Vehicle's front left tire blew out. *mr the consumer was changing lanes when the incident occurred, lost control and struck the median. *scc *jb”Owner report · Tires · Jul 2003
“Tread sparated on right front tire earlier in year and now right rear tread is about to go. Car is driven primarily on surface roads, not at high speed. Dt”Owner report · Tires · Nov 2002
“While consumer was driving and slowing down vehicle all of a sudden accelerated and reached about 4,000 rpms before consumer hit brakes to slow down. *ak the problem occurs at various times with out any kind of warning. *yh”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Feb 2001
“Driver's side seatback will not stay in a upright postion. Dealer notified, and made repairs at consumer's cost. Currently, passenger's seat appears to have this problem. *ak the rocket mechanism which adjusts the seat back angle failed one notch at a time until the seat back gave way completely. *slc”Owner report · Seats · Nov 2000
“Vehicle experienced problem with air strut sensor failing to register. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that nothing would be done unless cost goes to consumer. Please feel free to provide any further details. *ak”Owner report · Suspension · Sep 2000
“Passenger's door locked by itself in locking position, and will not reopen from inside or outside. Dealer not aware of problem. Problem still exists. Provided further information. *ak”Owner report · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Jul 1999
“Engine check light keep coming on. Vehicle has been to dealer on several occasions and problem kept reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further infromation.*ak”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · May 1999
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
STEERING:RACK AND PINION91V157000 · Sep 1991
THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT TO STEERING RACK LOWER COUPLING PINCH BOLT MAY BE MISSING.
Remedy: INSTALL PINCH BOLT.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 1992 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
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Is the 1992 Cadillac Eldorado reliable?
NHTSA has 25 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. The most complained-about area is suspension.
Does the 1992 Cadillac Eldorado have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning steering:rack and pinion. 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.