The most-reported Cimarron run is 1G6JG69W5FJ (1985 builds) with 2 complaints, 1.8× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 18% of reports; 1985 is the worst model year at 1.3 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for Cimarron model years 1982–1988.
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 Cimarron has 11 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 50% of every Cimarron complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1G6JG69W5FJ•••••• | 1985 | — | — | |
| 1C6AG69P1EJ•••••• | 1984 | — | 1 | |
| 1G6JG69P4FJ•••••• | 1985 | 1 | — | |
| 1G6JG69P1FJ•••••• | 1985 | — | — | |
| 1G6JG69W1GJ•••••• | 1986 | — | — | |
| 1G6JG69W7GJ•••••• | 1986 | — | — | |
| 1G6JG69W3GJ•••••• | 1986 | — | — | |
| 1G6JG51WXHJ•••••• | 1987 | 1 | — | |
| 1G6JG51W5HJ•••••• | 1987 | — | — | |
| 1G6JG51W9HJ•••••• | 1987 | — | — | |
| 1GGJG51W7JJ•••••• | 1988 | — | — |
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 Cimarron the gap between build years is 1.3×: a 1985 car draws 1.3 complaints per run, a 1986 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 3 | 3 | 1 | |
| 1986 | 3 | 3 | — | |
| 1985 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Heaviest year here is 1985 at 1.3 complaints per run; lightest is 1986 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 18% of everything Cadillac Cimarron owners report: Electrical System, 2 of 12 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | — | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | — | |
| Seat Belts | — | — | |
| Structure | — | 1 | |
| Suspension | — | — | |
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting | — | — | |
| Steering | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 9 recall campaigns on the Cadillac Cimarron; the 6 below cover build years 1983 to 1988. 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 | 1983–1988 |
| 87V079000 | Seats | 1983–1984 |
| 86V056000 | Exterior Lighting:headlights:switch | 1986 |
| 86V131000 | Exterior Lighting:headlights:switch | 1986 |
| 86V073000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 1985 |
| 83V105000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:differential Proportional Valve | 1983 |
How serious were they
Of the 12 reports on the Cadillac Cimarron, 16.7% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Cadillac Cimarron | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 12 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 2 (16.7%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (8.3%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 188% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Cadillac Cimarron share of that is 12 complaints over 11 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Cadillac Cimarron VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 12 NHTSA complaints from 11 Cimarron runs and 9 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Cimarron production run has the most complaints?
1G6JG69W5FJ, a 1985 build, with 2 complaints. The typical Cimarron run has 1.1.
Which Cimarron years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1985 is heaviest at 1.3 complaints per run and 1986 lightest at 1.
How many Cimarron complaints involve a crash?
16.7% of 12 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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