1990 CADILLAC Eldorado Problems

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

7 complaints

CAR HEATER STOPPED WORKING 7 DAYS LATER STATED WORKING THAT DAY STARTED ON FIRE TOTAL LOSS

Mar 25, 2004

Fire: 1

CAR WAS IDLING IN MY YARD FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, WHICH FILLED THE INTERRIOR OF THE CAR WITH SMOKE. AFTER RAISING THE HOOD (THE FIRE WAS OUT) THE AIR FILTER BOX AND ASSEMBLY TO THE INTAKE WERE MELTED, AS WERE THE WINDSHIELD WASHER BOTTLE AND THE WIRING HARNESS DIRECTLY BELOW THESE ITEMS. I AM WONDERING WHAT CAUSED THIS FIRE. I'M GLAD I WASN'T DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WHEN THIS HAPPENED, IT COULD HAVE BEEN FATAL.*AK

Aug 12, 2002

WHILE TRAVELING AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION VEHICLE WOULD STALL. DEALER STATED THAT COUMPUTER CHIP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jun 27, 2001

VEHICLE WILL STALL INTERMITTENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE CAUSE. *AK

Nov 15, 2000

IGINTION KEY FAILURE. *AK

Jul 30, 2000

+ 2 more complaints for this component

AIR BAGS

6 complaints

WAS DRIVING ABOUT 40MPH WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN RED LIGHT. ELDORADO BROADSIDED THE OTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE DECLARED TOTAL LOSS BY INSURANCE COMPANY. 1 INJURY SUSTAINED, EMERGENCY ROOM TREATMENT. *AK

Aug 19, 1998

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

CONSUMER REARENDED A TRUCK AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY . PLEASE DESCRIBE .*AK

Aug 30, 1996

Crash: 1

NO DEPLOYMENT OF DRIVERS AIR BAG IN HEAD ON COLLISION.

Apr 22, 1996

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

PURCHASE CAR USED CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

Mar 01, 1996

PURCHASE CAR USED CONSUMER WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

Mar 01, 1996

+ 1 more complaint for this component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

5 complaints

WHILE DEPRESSING BRAKES VEHICLE WOULD GO INTO EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jun 27, 2001

WHILE DRIVING, EXPERIENCED HYDRALIC BRAKE FAILURE, WHEN MADE ATTEMPT TO SLOW/STOP, ABS AND HYDRALIC LIGHT APPEARED, THEN PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. *AK

Apr 23, 1996

WHILE DRIVING, EXPERIENCED HYDRALIC BRAKE FAILURE, WHEN MADE ATTEMPT TO SLOW/STOP, ABS AND HYDRALIC LIGHT APPEARED, THEN PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR. *AK

Apr 23, 1996

BRAKE VALVE ASSEMBLY/ACTUATOR REPLACED.

Apr 22, 1996

ABS FAILED WITH NO WARNING WITH HARD PEDAL. THIS OCCURED INTERMITTENTLY AFTER FIRST INCIDENT. TT CONSUMER STATES ABS FAILED INTERMITTENTLY IN AUGUST OF 1995 AND COMPLETELY FAILED IN OCTOBER OF 1995. *SLC

Nov 27, 1995

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

4 complaints

THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. *JB

Apr 30, 2003

RADIATOR HOSES REPLACED.

Apr 22, 1996

OIL PAN GASKET REPLACED.

Apr 22, 1996

BELTS REPLACED.

Apr 22, 1996

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

3 complaints

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER SMELLED GAS FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THEN, VEHICLE STALLED. THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 20, 2004

FUEL FILTER REPLACED.

Apr 22, 1996

FUEL LINE REPLACED DUE TO LEAK.

Apr 22, 1996

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

3 complaints

VEHICLE SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY ACCEELERATED. BRAKE PEDAL DID NOT ENGAGE TO STOP OR SLOW VEHICLE. DEALER WIILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK

Dec 13, 1999

SUDDEN ACCELERATION, CAUSING ACCIDENT. *SD

Jul 10, 1996

Crash: 1

WHILE DRIVING, SUDDENLY THROTTLE STUCK IN WIDE OPEN POSITION, DEALER REPLACED THROTTLE IDLE SPEED MOTOR. TT

Apr 20, 1995

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,INTERIOR LIGHTING

1 complaint

WITHOUT ANY INDICATION HEADLIGHTS/DASH BOARD INDICATION LIGHTS WOULD CUT OFF AND VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO START. DEALER STATED ANTI- THEFT WAS LOCKED UP. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jun 27, 2001

EQUIPMENT

1 complaint

WHILE USING AIR CONDITIONER WITHOUT ANY INDICATION AIR WOULD STOP BLOWING . DEALER REPLACED AIR CONDITIONER 3 TIMES. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jun 27, 2001

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 complaint

WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING THE HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. DEALER REPLACED THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH POD. *AK *SLC

Oct 13, 1998

SUSPENSION,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 complaint

THE TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR ARM FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. *AK CONSUMER HAD FUEL FILTER REPLACED, ALSO BELT WAS WORN AND CRACKING REPLACED SERPINTINE BELT, CONSUMER STATES HIS VEHICLE WAS MISALIGNED WHEN IT WAS RETURNED TO HIM.*JB

Nov 15, 1996

STEERING

1 complaint

POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED. *DSH

Apr 22, 1996

PARKING BRAKE

1 complaint

PARKING BRAKE RELEASE VALVE REPLACED. *DSH

Apr 22, 1996

STRUCTURE

1 complaint

TRUNK PULL DOWN UNIT REPLACED.

Apr 22, 1996

4.4/5.0

23 reviews

Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

1990 CADILLAC Eldorado VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your CADILLAC dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado have?

The 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado currently has 35 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado?

The most common problems reported for the 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado?

You can report safety problems with your 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.