The most-reported Allante run is 1G6VS3384LU (1990 builds) with 7 complaints, 3.2× the typical run. Service brakes problems make up 48% of reports; 1989 is the worst model year at 3 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for Allante model years 1987–1993.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Cadillac Allante has 80 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 17% of every Allante complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1G6VS3384LU•••••• | 1990 | — | — | |
| 1G6VS3389LU•••••• | 1990 | — | — | |
| 1G6VS3387LU•••••• | 1990 | — | — | |
| 1G6VR3171HU•••••• | 1987 | — | 1 | |
| 1G6VR3174HU•••••• | 1987 | — | — | |
| 1G6VR3180KU•••••• | 1989 | — | — | |
| 1G6VR3188KU•••••• | 1989 | — | — | |
| 1G6VR3183KU•••••• | 1989 | — | — | |
| 1G6VR3173HU•••••• | 1987 | 1 | — | |
| 1G6VR3187KU•••••• | 1989 | — | — | |
| 1G6VR3170JU•••••• | 1988 | — | — | |
| 1G6VR3189KU•••••• | 1989 | — | — |
Each of the other 68 Allante runs has 4 complaints or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Cadillac Allante the gap between build years is 2.5×: a 1989 car draws 3 complaints per run, a 1993 one 1.2.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 6 | 5 | — | |
| 1992 | 22 | 13 | — | |
| 1991 | 29 | 16 | 2 | |
| 1990 | 38 | 15 | 2 | |
| 1989 | 33 | 11 | — | |
| 1988 | 17 | 10 | 1 | |
| 1987 | 29 | 11 | 1 |
Heaviest year here is 1989 at 3 complaints per run; lightest is 1993 at 1.2.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 48% of everything Cadillac Allante owners report: Service Brakes, 156 of 174 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 5 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 5 | — | |
| Air | — | — | |
| Electrical System | — | 1 | |
| Power Train | — | 1 | |
| Structure | — | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | — | |
| Equipment | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 3 recall campaigns on the Cadillac Allante; the 3 below cover build years 1987 to 1993. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 06E043000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 1987–1992 |
| 94V158000 | Equipment:appliance:air Conditioner | 1993 |
| 88V072000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap | 1988 |
The Allante against its rivals
The Allante draws 2.2 complaints per production run; the Buick Reatta 1.4. That is the highest rate of the 2.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Allante | 174 | 80 | 3.4% | |
| Buick Reatta | 41 | 29 | 12.2% |
How serious were they
Of the 174 reports on the Cadillac Allante, 3.4% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Cadillac Allante | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 174 | 1,116,631 |
| Involved a crash | 6 (3.4%) | 64,221 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 2 (1.1%) | 26,977 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 58,047 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 41% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,116,631 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 299,142 production runs. The Cadillac Allante share of that is 174 complaints over 80 runs, 0.02% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Cadillac Allante VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 174 NHTSA complaints from 80 Allante runs and 3 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Allante production run has the most complaints?
1G6VS3384LU, a 1990 build, with 7 complaints. The typical Allante run has 2.2.
Which Allante years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1989 is heaviest at 3 complaints per run and 1993 lightest at 1.2.
Does the Allante get more complaints than the Buick Reatta?
Yes: 2.2 complaints per production run for the Allante against 1.4 for the Buick Reatta.
How many Allante complaints involve a crash?
3.4% of 174 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 2 involved a fire.
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