2001 Cadillac Eldorado Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Eldorado years
- Fewer complaints than other years 5th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 18 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Cadillac Eldorado. That ranks 5th out of 8 Eldorado model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (5 complaints, 28%), typically at around 21,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 18owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 28% | 21,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 17% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 11% | 30,850 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 11% | 45,491 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 6% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 6% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 6% | 127,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 6% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 6% | 44,148 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 6% | 75,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Cadillac Eldorado recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Cadillac Eldorado.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Air bag light stays on
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 cadillac eldorado. While driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact had to maneuver to the side of the road. After a couple of minutes, the vehicle started normally. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 cadillac eldorado. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the stabilization engage warning light illuminated and the vehicle decelerated independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 cadillac eldorado. The contact stated that while applying the brakes, the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The vehicle was maneuvered to the shoulder of the road and shut off. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, where the mechanic could not diagnose the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 cadillac eldorado. While parked the traction control, brake service and steering lights illuminated on the dash board. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the abs module needed to replaced. The dealer and manufacturer were contacted who both told…
Other Cadillac Eldorado years
← 2000 Eldorado · 2002 Eldorado →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Eldorado | 10 | 0 |
| 2001 | 18 | 0 |
| 2000 Eldorado | 23 | 1 |
| 1999 Eldorado | 12 | 0 |
| 1998 Eldorado | 16 | 1 |
| 1997 Eldorado | 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 2001 Cadillac Eldorado?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling, electrical system problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Cadillac Eldorado?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2001 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 2001 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.