1997 Cadillac Eldorado

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1997 Cadillac Eldorado
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:30:22.217Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1997: 31 complaints

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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

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 13%

13% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY

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RECALL REQUEST FOR ENGINEERING ANALYSIS CUSTOMER IS ASKING FOR INFO ABOUT RECALL EA04-003**CC THE CONSUMER STATED HE WAS INJURED DUE TO HIS FRIENDS 1997 CADILLAC ELDORADO STALLING. THE CONSUMER REFERENCED RECALL NUMBER 04V110000. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20070803

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 10%

10% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 10%

10% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 3 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 10%

10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 6%

6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 2 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19970528 — service brakes, hydraulic

THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE OR THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE CAN CAUSE THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) TO CYCLE DURING A NON-ABS BRAKE APPLICATION.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE OR THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE.

Campaign 97V064000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20031030 — PE (closed 20040203)

FUEL RAIL LEAKAGE

I 20040203 — EA (closed 20040423)

FUEL RAIL LEAKS

R 20040602 — fuel system, gasoline

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 UNI

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, 2

Campaign 04V110000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Cadillac Eldorado — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (4 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 97V064000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Verify recall 04V110000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1997 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 1997 Cadillac Eldorado?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado have?

2 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.