2002 Cadillac Eldorado Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Eldorado years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 8th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. That ranks 8th out of 8 Eldorado model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (2 complaints, 20%). Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 10owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 2 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 20% | 63,255 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 20% | 12,108 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 10% | 30,361 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 10% | 26,215 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 10% | 26,215 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 10% | 12,108 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 10% | 51,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Cadillac Eldorado recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 cadillac eldorado. The contact stated the overhead eyeglass compartment detached and blocked the view of the rear view mirror. The vehicle was taken the dealer who stated the latch for the overhead eye glass compartment needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was…
I was at don mackey cadillac showing the service adviser a problem under the hood when i noticed that the firewall had a hole in it. In the presence of the advised i pointed out the opening and when i touched the firewall a piece of the pl astic broke off in my hand. I asked the service adviser if…
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 cadillac eldorado. While driving 60 mph, the check engine light illuminated and the contact heard a clinking noise underneath the vehicle. The dealer stated that the valve solenoid and torque converter caused the failure and they made the replacement. Approximately four…
Dt consumer states when the brakes are pressed, it doesn't stop the vehicle. It happens when the vehicle is moving slowly. The service department says they can't find out what is wrong with the brakes. *tt
Car into car dealership for the fifth time due to same safety problem--car, without warning goes into passing gear causing loss of control, with rpm's going to 6000 & speedometer going to 0-- high probability of a crash. *ak
Other Cadillac Eldorado years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 10 | 0 |
| 2001 Eldorado | 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 2002 Cadillac Eldorado?
Owners most often report air bags, structure, tires problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Cadillac Eldorado?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2002 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 2002 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.