1989 Cadillac Brougham
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.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 7
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1989
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1989: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 3 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Wheels
1 of 2 total reports mentions: wheels.
Show complaint excerpts
The right rear wheel is cracking, cause uknown. Please provide details.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-02-17
Interior lighting
1 of 2 total reports mentions: interior lighting.
Show complaint excerpts
Dashboard lighting is inadequate causing poor visibility.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-02-25
Safety timeline
7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1990-12-05Equipment90V133000 Tire placard may contain incorrect gross vehicle weight ratings and tire information.
Remedy: Install revised tire placards.
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1990-12-05Equipment90V134000 Gross vehicle weight ratings and tire information may be incorrect on labels.
Remedy: Install revised certification labels.
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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.
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1991-09-17Service brakes, hydraulic91V100000 No summary on file.
Remedy: Replace original 1" Rear wheel brake cylinder with a 1 1/16" Cylinder.
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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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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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Date not on fileService brakes, hydraulic91V101000 No summary on file.
Remedy: Replace original 1" Rear wheel brake cylinder with a 1 1/16" Cylinder.
Buy-smart checklist
1989 Cadillac Brougham — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Interior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 91V096000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 91V101000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 90V133000 · Equipment
- Recall 90V134000 · Equipment
- Recall 91V011000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 91V100000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 92V152000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 1989 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 1989 Cadillac Brougham?
- The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1989 Cadillac Brougham have?
- 7 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.