1990 Cadillac Eldorado
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 31 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 10 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER SMELLED GAS FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THEN, VEHICLE STALLED. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040920
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030430
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
CAR HEATER STOPPED WORKING 7 DAYS LATER STATED WORKING THAT DAY STARTED ON FIRE TOTAL LOSS
NHTSA ODI report, 20040325
SAFETY TIMELINE
MISALIGNED REAR SEAT SAFETY BELT SHOULDER RETRACTOR ASSEMBLIES COULD CAUSE PENDULUM INTERFERENCE, CAUSING THE BELT TO REMAIN IN LOCKED POSITION OR TO TRAVEL FREELY WITHOUT LOCKING.
Remedy: REALIGN REAR SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY.
Campaign 90V028000 — check if this car was fixed
TRANSAXLE SHIFT CONTROL CABLE MAY DISENGAGE FROM THE FROM THE FLOOR SHIFT CONTROL WITH LOSS OF GEAR INDICATOR REFERENCE AND SHIFT SELECTOR OPERATION.
Remedy: INSTALL A TRANSAXLE SHIFT CONTROL CABLE RETAINING CLIP TO PREVENT CABLE DISENGAGEMENT.
Campaign 90V164000 — check if this car was fixed
THREADED INFLATOR COMPONENTS MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY WHICH MAY ALLOW COMPONENTS TO SEPARATE WHEN INFLATOR RECEIVES A SIGNAL TO DEPLOY THE AIR BAG.
Remedy: REPLACE AIR BAG MODULES CONTAINING POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE INFLATORS.
Campaign 90E043004 — check if this car was fixed
THE FRONT OUTER SHOULDER BELT WEB SEW STOP CAN BECOME STUCK IN THE RETRACTOR. THE BELT CAN BE DIFFICULT TO PULL OUT OF THE RETRACTOR AND SOME OCCUPANTS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO FASTEN THE BELT.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSTALL A WEBBING STOP BUTTON IF THE CUSTOMER REQUESTS REPAIR.
Campaign 95V110000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Cadillac Eldorado — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 90V028000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90V164000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90E043004 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V110000 (seat belts) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1990 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 1990 Cadillac Eldorado?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Cadillac Eldorado have?
4 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.