1990 Cadillac Brougham
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 10 total reports mention: seat belts.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
SEAT BELTS DID NOT WORK WHEN CUSTOMER WAS IN ACCIDENT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950822
2 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ABS: BRAKES LOCKED UP, CAUSED AN ACCIDENT, HIT GUARDRAIL DURING RAINY WEATHER. TT *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 19951031
1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.
1 of 10 total reports mentions: seats.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FIRE, POWER SEAT SWITCH CAUGHT FIRE ON TWO OCCASSIONS. TT *SLC
NHTSA ODI report, 19951019
1 of 10 total reports mentions: seats.
SAFETY TIMELINE
TIRE PLACARD MAY CONTAIN INCORRECT GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATINGS AND TIRE INFORMATION.
Remedy: INSTALL REVISED TIRE PLACARDS.
Campaign 90V133000 — check if this car was fixed
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATINGS AND TIRE INFORMATION MAY BE INCORRECT ON LABELS.
Remedy: INSTALL REVISED CERTIFICATION LABELS.
Campaign 90V134000 — check if this car was fixed
LIMOUSINE FAILED TO MEET STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105.
Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A LARGER CYLINDER.
Campaign 91V011000 — check if this car was fixed
REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS TOO SMALL TO ALLOW FOR PROPER BRAKING.
Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.
Campaign 91V092000 — check if this car was fixed
No summary on file.
Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.
Campaign 91V100000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 91V093000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 91V099000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 91V096000 — check if this car was fixed
No summary on file.
Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.
Campaign 91V101000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Cadillac Brougham — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 91V096000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V101000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90V133000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90V134000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V011000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V092000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V100000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V093000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V099000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1990 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 1990 Cadillac Brougham?
The most-reported component is seat belts:front:anchorage, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Cadillac Brougham have?
9 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.