Tl* the contact owns a 1992 cadillac eldorado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the engine warning indicator illuminated continuously until the engine was turned off. The contact stated that the engine had overheated and he allowed the engine to cool. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the radiator would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000. Updated 11/15/13*cn the consumer stated the entire radiator was replaced. Updated 11/20/13
The worst 1992 Cadillac Eldorado problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Lights2
- Engine1
- Seats1
- Tires1
Problems by type
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- Lights2
- Engine1
- Seats1
- Tires1
Recalls 1
Steering: rack and pinion
- What is wrong
- The intermediate shaft to steering rack lower coupling pinch bolt may be missing.
- Risk
- If this condition exists and shaft disengagement occurs, loss of steering control will be experienced by the driver which could result in an accident.
- Remedy
- Install pinch bolt.
Recall number 91V157000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Cadillac Eldorado 10
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Subject regarding repair kit for sagging/separation/warping of the rear quarter trim panel
- Concerns of door handles on white painted vehicles truning yellow
- Comments on inoperative power door locks (front and/or rear doors).
- Excessive vibration of electrochromic inside rearview mirror
- Cold start rattle noise (diagnosis/service procedure)
- Cold start rattle noise
- Rubbing noise withe the front wheels turned to the full lock position (cut out notch in wheelhouse liner...
- Rubbing noise when the front wheels turned to the full lock position
1992 Cadillac Eldorado fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9L 8‑cyl | FWD | 15 | 23 | 18 |
What 1992 Cadillac Eldorado owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I was driving home from work when my 1992 cadillac eldorado headlights went out, barely able to see, then 5 minutes afterwards lights came back on, thinking that I must have a wire loose so I checked the wiring when I got home and found no loose wires anywhere. During the next day I had my 1992 cadillac serviced to see if the mechanic could find out why the lights are turning off. Mechanic could not find any problem. So when I decided to go out for dinner my headlights would not come on again. The only light that is working was the passenger side parking light. This is very dangerous while driving down country side roads if it was totally dark outside I would have had a bad accident.
I was driving home from work when my 1992 cadillac eldorado headlights when out barely able to see 5 minutes afterwards lights came back on thinking that I must have a wire loose check wiring when I got home and found no loose wire anywhere. Next day had vehicle service to see if mechanic could find why my lights are keep turning off. Mechanic could not find any problem. So when I decided to go out for dinner my headlights would not come on. The only light that is working was the passenger side parking light. This is very dangerous while driving down country side roads if it was totally dark outside I would have had a bad accident.
In june of 2003, I purchased a 1992 cadillac eldorado, that was a trade-in at ruddell auto mall, in port angeles, wa. This eldorado was given a service check, but one front seat (drivers side) would not stay locked in the upright position, I asked that it be fixed before I took possession, of it. When I picked it up, the drivers side was working, but the passenger side was not. During the past ten or so months, the drivers side started to recline, and upon trying to raise drivers seat back to a safe upright position, it fails to do so. Now both seats are not working, each having manual recline levers (broken), and six-way electric adjustment that work on both front seats. Is this a common defect, for the '92 eldorado manual recline seats? The dealer costs for total seat replacement, is too high, dealer cost for each seat-back recline hinge (two in each seat) is $148.00 +tax and labor. Which is also too high, for a retired 60 year old, disabled veteran, living on limited income.
Vehicle's front left tire blew out. *mr the consumer was changing lanes when the incident occurred, lost control and struck the median. *scc
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Questions about the 1992 Cadillac Eldorado
Is the 1992 Cadillac Eldorado reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1992 Cadillac Eldorado, fewer than a typical Eldorado model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Cadillac Eldorado?
Lights, with 2 complaints. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 1992 Cadillac Eldorado have?
1 recall, covering steering.
What gas mileage does the 1992 Cadillac Eldorado get?
Official estimates for the 1992 Cadillac Eldorado range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.9L 8-cyl, FWD) gets 15 city and 23 highway.
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