MYRModel Year Report

1986 Cadillac Brougham

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1986 Cadillac Brougham
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:40:10.326Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Cadillac Brougham Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 1 complaints 1986: 1 complaints 1986 1987: 6 complaints 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1990: 10 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1996: 4 complaints 1996
1986: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19840
19851
19861
19876
19882
19892
199010
19916
19926
19933
19945
19953
19964

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19960425

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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VEHICLE VIBRATES/SHAKES, DUE TO VALVES. *DSH

NHTSA ODI report, 19960425

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

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COMPUTER CHIP FAILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19960425

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19890306 — C (closed 19900116)

THROTTLE NON-RETURN

R 19890720 — vehicle speed control

A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).

Remedy: INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.

Campaign 89V102000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19930319 — service brakes, hydraulic

THE INCREASED WEIGHT OF THE STRETCH CONVERSION LIMOUSINES REQUIRES LARGER DIAMETER REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS THAN THOSE INSTALLED IN THE FACTORY.

Remedy: REPLACE THE EXISTING REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS WITH LARGER DIAMETER BRAKE CYLINDERS.

Campaign 92V152000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Cadillac Brougham — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 89V102000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 92V152000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Cadillac Brougham reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Cadillac Brougham?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Cadillac Brougham have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.