MYRModel Year Report

1985 Cadillac Eldorado

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1985 Cadillac Eldorado
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:55:07.002Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1985

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1990: 3 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 5 complaints 1993: 5 complaints 1994: 10 complaints 1994 1995: 29 complaints 1996: 59 complaints 1997: 59 complaints 1997 1998: 16 complaints 1999: 12 complaints 2000: 23 complaints 2000 2001: 18 complaints 2002: 10 complaints
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 5 complaints 1994: 10 complaints 1994 1995: 29 complaints 1996: 59 complaints 1996 1997: 59 complaints 1998: 16 complaints 1998 1999: 12 complaints 2000: 23 complaints 2000 2001: 18 complaints 2002: 10 complaints 2002
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 5 complaints 1993 1994: 10 complaints 1994 1995: 29 complaints 1995 1996: 59 complaints 1996 1997: 59 complaints 1997 1998: 16 complaints 1998 1999: 12 complaints 1999 2000: 23 complaints 2000 2001: 18 complaints 2001 2002: 10 complaints 2002

1985: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19821
19831
19840
19853
19860
19870
19882
19892
19903
19912
19925
19935
199410
199529
199659
199759
199816
199912
200023
200118
200210

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Structure

1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 1985 Cadillac Eldorado. He stated the paint on both the hood and trunk areas were beginning to peel. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or a repair shop. The VIN was not available.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-05-27

Steering

1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

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While driving the steering wheel locked up. The dealer has been notified.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-15

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle consumed too much fuel which crystallize in the engine. The dealer has been notified.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-15

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1988-01-11Visibility87V167000 Water or snow dripping onto drivers side window switch assemblies may cause an electrical short and switches to overheat.

    Remedy: Install newly designed window switches. (1984 models will receive new connectors also).

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1988-07-22Engineering analysisClosed 1991-08-30 Rear disc brakes
  3. I
    1989-03-06CClosed 1990-01-16 Throttle non-return
  4. 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 →

Buy-smart checklist

1985 Cadillac Eldorado — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 87V167000 · Visibility
  • Recall 89V102000 · Vehicle speed control
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1985 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1985 Cadillac Eldorado?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1985 Cadillac Eldorado 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.