MYRModel Year Report

1986 Cadillac Brougham

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1986 Cadillac Brougham
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:08:24.292Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
1

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1986

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 1 complaint 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1 1987: 6 complaints 1988: 2 complaints 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 10 complaints 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1 1987: 6 complaints 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 10 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996
1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1 1987: 6 complaints 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 10 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996

1986: 1 complaint

View as data table
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

2 of 1 total report mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing catalytic convertor and engine.

Show complaint excerpts

Computer chip failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-25

Also filed under Electrical system

Electrical system

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1989-03-06CClosed 1990-01-16 Throttle non-return
  2. R
    1989-07-20Vehicle speed control89V102000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    1993-03-19Service brakes, hydraulic92V152000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1986 Cadillac Brougham — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 89V102000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 92V152000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
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, accounting for 200% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Cadillac Brougham have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.