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1991 Cadillac Eldorado problems

The most common problem on the 1991 Cadillac Eldorado is engine and cooling. It has fewer complaints than a typical Eldorado model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
4
Worst area
Engine
Fuel economy
18mpg

The worst 1991 Cadillac Eldorado problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Engine
    2
  • Seat belts
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    2
  • Seat belts
    1

Recalls 1

Seat belts: front: webbingReported May 31, 1995 · 113,343 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The front outer shoulder belt web sew stop can become stuck in the retractor. The belt can be difficult to pull out of the retractor and some occupants may not be able to fasten the belt.
Risk
This condition can prevent a person from using their restraint system resulting in an increased risk of injury in an accident.
Remedy
Dealer will install a webbing stop button if the customer requests repair.

Recall number 95V110000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 1991 Cadillac Eldorado

Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Cadillac Eldorado 4

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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1991 Cadillac Eldorado fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
4.9L 8‑cylFWD152418

What 1991 Cadillac Eldorado owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 16, 2006 · Engine, Seat belts · 68,000 miles · GA · fire

1991 eldorado seat belts are unsafe. *ts cadillac claimed they were unable to locate replacement seat belts in the color the consumer needed. *nm updated 12/01/15*lj the consumer stated went to dealer on nov. 5, 2010, and the dealer caused an engine fire to the vehicle, putting it out with a fire extinguisher. *tr

Filed Feb 24, 2003 · Engine · 97,000 miles · OH

This car has had multiple problems for the past 2 years.main issue is rough idle and loss of power.so far repairs have cost thousands of dollars and car is still unable to be repaired because no one can figure out what is causing the problems.two fuel injectors,main bearing,torque converter,4 water pumps,struts replaced twice,2 starters,engine mounts,air condenser,2 speakers have blown,ECM does not show codes or problems when the car ran out of oil and water,brake lines,cv joints and ball joints replaced twice,many more repairs have been done but most repairs have been done more than once and the idle and loss of power is still a mystery.

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Questions about the 1991 Cadillac Eldorado

Is the 1991 Cadillac Eldorado reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1991 Cadillac Eldorado, fewer than a typical Eldorado model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1991 Cadillac Eldorado?

Engine and cooling, with 2 complaints. Next is seat belts (1).

How many recalls does the 1991 Cadillac Eldorado have?

1 recall, covering seat belts.

What gas mileage does the 1991 Cadillac Eldorado get?

Official estimates for the 1991 Cadillac Eldorado range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.9L 8-cyl, FWD) gets 15 city and 24 highway.

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