2000 Cadillac Eldorado: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 30 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is engine and engine cooling (33% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Oct 1999
1
recalls
30
owner complaints
0
fire reports
62,425
typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
No fire reportsWeak spot: engine and engine cooling (33%)
Common problems
Computed from 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Engine And Engine Cooling (engine, radiator, overheating)33% · 10 complaints
Steering (steering wheel, rack, power assist)13% · 4 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)13% · 4 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)10% · 3 complaints
Visibility (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)7% · 2 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic (brakes)7% · 2 complaints
“Cpsc:seats in 2000 cadillac eldorado suddenly deteriorated and wiring inside cushions seams exposed as both driver and passenger felt electrical pulsating sensations from back and back of thighs close to the backs of near left knee for driver and right knee for passenger. *dt the consumer stated both chairs seem to be elevated towards the bottom, near the back end seams, and slants downward from the back of knees to where the bottom and top connect. This caused severe painful spasms to lower back area and left side leg pain.*js”Owner report · Seats · Mar 2017
“Engine turns off for no reason while going under 40 miles. Have to put it in neutral and it will start right up again. Usually on city streets, in motion. We think most of the time after turning.”Owner report · Engine · Aug 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. While making a right turn at 5 mph, the contact felt a burning sensation on his right foot and noticed that an unknown hot liquid was leaking onto the accelerator and brake pedals. The contact was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road and, in the process, sustained serious injuries that required medical attention. The contact was able to drive back to his residence. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the heater core needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 183,000. Updated 04/06/16*lj *tr”Owner report · Visibility · Jan 2016
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“Tl* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. While driving at approximately 65 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact felt a burning sensation on his right foot and noticed that an unknown hot liquid was leaking onto the accelerator and brake pedals. The temperature gauge indicated that the vehicle was overheating. The contact was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road and, in the process, sustained serious injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.”Owner report · Engine · Oct 2015
“Tl* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the brakes were engaged and failed to stop the vehicle. The yellow service light illuminated on the instrument panel before the vehicle stalled. As a result, the contact lost control and crashed into a fence. The air bags failed to deploy. There was a police report filed. The contact sustained a concussion. The manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 62,000. Pam”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jul 2012
“My 2000 cadillac eldorado has had the "camshaft positioning sensors" replaced 3 times since I've owned the car (2000).although gm has "tsb"'s out for this problem they claim mine is not covered because the VIN # is not the same as the one indicated on this particular "tsb" same car----same trouble !!!!!!! .they will not honor it. This seems to me like saying "we'll fix the blue ones,but not the black ones". This is my 3rd cadillac------& my last !!!!!!!!!! *tr”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Aug 2008
“Tl*the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. When the vehicle was started, it made a whining noise from the bearing. The contact opened the hood and noticed that the water pump was leaking. The failure occurred on july 14, 2008 and no repairs have yet been made. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 57,000.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 2008
“Tl*the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. While driving 35 mph, the contact heard a banging noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when driving over a bump. The vehicle would also sway left to right while driving 55 mph or greater. The dealer stated that the heat treatment for the rear knuckle bushings caused the failure. As of october 16, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 68,000 and current mileage was 69,600.”Owner report · Suspension · Aug 2007
“Dt*: the contact stated there is a noise coming from the front end of the vehicle when turning. The dealership has replaced numerous parts, but the contact did not receive an invoice. The attempts have not repaired the vehicle and the dealership is unable to diagnose the problem.”Owner report · Steering · Feb 2006
“Engine quit at approx 30 mph. Coasted to stop. Engine restarted immediately. This is the 3rd occurrance in past six months. *jb”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Sep 2004
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 6 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY99V301000 · Oct 1999
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS ARE LOOSE AND CAN RESULT IN SEPARATION OF A TIE ROD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHECK AND ADJUST THE VEHICLE TOE-IN AND TIGHTEN THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE.
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Is the 2000 Cadillac Eldorado reliable?
NHTSA has 30 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. The most complained-about area is engine and engine cooling (33% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2000 Cadillac Eldorado problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 62,425 miles or less.
Does the 2000 Cadillac Eldorado have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning steering:linkages:tie rod assembly. 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.