1995 Cadillac Eldorado

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1995 Cadillac Eldorado
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:35:43.795Z

Only 29 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 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
29

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1995

Investigations
4

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 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 1995: 29 complaints 1995 29 1996: 59 complaints 1997: 59 complaints 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 1984 1985: 3 complaints 1986: 0 complaints 1986 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 1995: 29 complaints 1995 29 1996: 59 complaints 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 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 29 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

1995: 29 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 29 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel system, gasoline

17 of 29 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel rail and hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

FIRE
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While vehicle was parked, a fire started in the fuel line. Vehicle was towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-09-21

The fire occurred when the consumer attempted to start the vehicle. The consumer noticed that the fuel line had two small holes next to the spark plug wire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-07

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. The contact stated that there was a pin hole leak in the fuel line. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle while driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-11-19

Fuel/propulsion system

3 of 29 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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After routine oil change, a raw gasoline smell was detected, investigation with ignition on, gasoline was spraying from fuel line.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-19

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. The contact stated that that fuel fumes emitted into the vehicle and the engine failed to start. The contact noticed that there was a puddle located under the engine compartment.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-08

Electrical system

3 of 29 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring.

FIRE
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After starting the ignition engine vehicle caught on fire. Consumer managed to exit the vehicle safely.*ak consumer's husband gas the vehicle the day before.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-05

Engine and engine cooling

3 of 29 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and exhaust system.

Engine

1 of 29 total reports mentions: engine.

INJURY
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On June 24, 2017 while driving through a residential area heading to the 7/11 store, a hose under the dash board exploded and dumped anti-freeze into the vehicle onto my right foot causing 2ND degree burns to my foot and toes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-07-04

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1997-07-02SQClosed 1998-02-24 Inadvertent air bag deployment
  2. I
    1998-02-24Engineering analysisClosed 1998-06-16 Inadvertent air bag deployment
  3. R
    1998-09-28Air bags98V115000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags can occur due to water intrusion.

    Remedy: Dealers will clean the exterior case of the sensing and diagnostic module (Sdm) and appply a potting compound to the sdm case and electrical connector body.

  4. I
    2003-10-30Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-02-03 Fuel rail leakage
  5. I
    2004-02-03Engineering analysisClosed 2004-04-23 Fuel rail leaks
  6. R
    2004-06-02Fuel system, gasoline04V110000 Some passenger vehicles equipped with 4.0L V8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. Additionally, the 1995 model year uses a…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine fuel rail with a new stainless steel fuel rail. Dealers will also install a revised chassis fuel return line. The recall began on June 2…

Buy-smart checklist

1995 Cadillac Eldorado — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 17 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 98V115000 · Air bags
  • Recall 04V110000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 1995 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 1995 Cadillac Eldorado?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 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.