1997 Cadillac Eldorado Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Eldorado years
- More complaints than other years 1st of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. That is the most of any Eldorado model year in the database (8 years). The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (10 complaints, 32%), typically at around 110,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 4 fires, 5 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 31owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Cadillac Eldorado problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 32% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 19% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 16% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 6% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 6% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 6% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 3% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 3% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 3% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 3% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 3% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 3% | 34,800 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 Cadillac Eldorado recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Some passenger vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. Additionally, the 1995 model year uses a unique underhood fuel return line that may crack. Cracking of the fuel rail or return line tubing can result in a fuel leak into the engine compartment.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine fuel rail with a new stainless steel fuel rail. Dealers will also install a revised chassis fuel return line. The recall began on june 2, 2004, for 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora vehicles. Owners of 1995 cadillacs and 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora were sent letters on august 6, 2004. Additional letters to owners will be forthcoming. Owners should contact oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Problem: The electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module can cause the antilock brake system (abs) to cycle during a non-abs brake application.
Risk: This condition can result in an increase in vehicle stopping distance increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Fuel rail leaks (EA04003) — opened Feb 3, 2004, closed Apr 23, 2004, led to recall 04V110000.
- Fuel rail leakage (PE03050) — opened Oct 30, 2003, closed Feb 3, 2004.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owned a 1997 cadillac eldorado. While parking the vehicle, the power steering warning light illuminated. The driver exited the vehicle and was informed that it was on fire. A fire report was not filed. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. The contact was not injured…
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. While driving approximately 30 mph, the engine began smoking. The contact had to pull over to the side of the road. The contact exited the vehicle and called the fire department. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was…
Tl* the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. While driving various speeds, the anti braking system automatically engaged without warning. The contact noticed a fuel odor when she turned the ignition switch into the run position. The contact was unable to turn the ignition switch into the run…
My vehicle started stalling about three weeks ago, it would suddenly just cut off as if the gas was no longer fueling the vehicle. It would stop and would not start again for about and hour. After starting it would run for about twenty min. It would then stop again. I changed the fuel pump with a…
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado touring coupe (na). While driving approximately 65 mph, the traction control system light illuminated on the instrument panel abs light illuminated shortly after and the vehicle jerked. The vehicle slowed to 15 mph and the contact coasted to the side of…
Other Cadillac Eldorado years
← 1996 Eldorado · 1998 Eldorado →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Eldorado | 10 | 0 |
| 2001 Eldorado | 18 | 0 |
| 2000 Eldorado | 23 | 1 |
| 1999 Eldorado | 12 | 0 |
| 1998 Eldorado | 16 | 1 |
| 1997 | 31 | 2 |
| 1996 Eldorado | 31 | 2 |
| 1995 Eldorado | 29 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Eldorado model years, the 1997 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.