MYRModel Year Report

1988 Cadillac Brougham

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1988 Cadillac Brougham
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:08:50.153Z

Only 2 complaints 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
9

Campaigns on file for 1988

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 1 complaint 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1987: 6 complaints 1988: 2 complaints 1988 2 1989: 2 complaints 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 1987: 6 complaints 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1988 2 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 1987: 6 complaints 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1988 2 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

1988: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19840
19851
19861
19876
19882
19892
199010
19916
19926
19933
19945
19953
19964

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Structure

1 of 2 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

Show complaint excerpts

Main frame had disintegrated, causing the rear axle to break off, resulting in loss of control.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-06-04

Seat belts

1 of 2 total reports mentions: seat belts.

Show complaint excerpts

Passenger's side seatbelt would not release, causing passenger to become trapped in seat, resulting in safety hazard.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-06-02

Safety timeline

9 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1987-12-14Seat belts87V185000 Rear seat belt shoulder retractor assembly may not lock when subjected to the acceleration required by FMVSS No. 209.

    Remedy: Replace rear seat shoulder belt retractor assembly, as necessary.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1989-03-06CClosed 1990-01-16 Throttle non-return
  3. 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 →

  4. R
    1991-01-14Service brakes, hydraulic91V011000 Limousine failed to meet stopping distance requirements of FMVSS 105.

    Remedy: Replace original rear wheel brake cylinder with a larger cylinder.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. R
    1991-08-21Service brakes, hydraulic91V094000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  6. R
    1991-09-17Service brakes, hydraulic91V100000 No summary on file.

    Remedy: Replace original 1" Rear wheel brake cylinder with a 1 1/16" Cylinder.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  7. R
    1991-09-23Service brakes, hydraulic91V093000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  8. 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.

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  9. R
    Date not on fileService brakes, hydraulic91V096000 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.

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  10. R
    Date not on fileService brakes, hydraulic91V101000 No summary on file.

    Remedy: Replace original 1" Rear wheel brake cylinder with a 1 1/16" Cylinder.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1988 Cadillac Brougham — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 91V096000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 91V101000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 87V185000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 89V102000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 91V011000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 91V094000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 91V100000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 91V093000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 92V152000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1988 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 1988 Cadillac Brougham?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1988 Cadillac Brougham have?
9 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.