1997 Cadillac Eldorado
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. Newest first.
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 and remedy
Risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
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.
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 and remedy
Risk
This condition can result in an increase in vehicle stopping distance increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module.
Owner complaints
31 complaints3 involved a crash4 involved a fire5 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system · Steering
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 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. The vehicle was destroyed. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 04v110000 (fuel system/gasoline). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000. ...Updated 08/29/16 updated 6/11/18*jb
- Engine
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 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 not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. There were no injuries. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
- Electrical system · Service brakes
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…
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 position intermittently and heard an abnormal noise. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
- Fuel system, gasoline
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 new one and it did the same thing. It appears there IS no solution for this problem. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic · Traction control system
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…
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 the road. The failure occurred again after it was started up again. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the problem could have been because of a corroded traction control system or ABS system sensor. The contact shut off the traction control system. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 34,800 and the current mileage was 35,200.
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling › Engine
1997 cadillac eldorado. Consumer states vehicle shuts down in traffic *tgw the dealer replaced the oil sender, but the vehicle continued to stall. the consumer stated the idle was below factory specs. the dealer informed the consumer they could not override the computer, to place the vehicle at…
1997 cadillac eldorado. Consumer states vehicle shuts down in traffic *tgw the dealer replaced the oil sender, but the vehicle continued to stall. the consumer stated the idle was below factory specs. the dealer informed the consumer they could not override the computer, to place the vehicle at the factory setting. The consumer stated when he first purchased the vehicle, it idled at 900 rpm and not it idles at 400 in warm weather. *Jb updated 05/05/10.*jb the consumer stated the vehicle would only shut down when it was warm. the dealer replaced several components, but to no avail. Updated 06/15/10.*jb updated 06/29/10. *Jb updated 08/03/10.*jb
- Tires
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. While the contact was driving approximately 30 mph, the front passenger tire disengaged without warning. The vehicle pulled in the right direction to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a location other than the residence. There was no…
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. While the contact was driving approximately 30 mph, the front passenger tire disengaged without warning. The vehicle pulled in the right direction to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a location other than the residence. There was no personal injury. A police report was not filed for the incident. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure and current mileages were 125,000.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
TL* the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. The contact stated that he was not notified of recall # 04v110000, fuel system gasoline, delivery hoses, lines, piping, and fittings. as a consequence in 2008, the fuel leakage lead to an engine compartment fire. he was able to safely extinguish the…
TL* the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. The contact stated that he was not notified of recall # 04v110000, fuel system gasoline, delivery hoses, lines, piping, and fittings. as a consequence in 2008, the fuel leakage lead to an engine compartment fire. he was able to safely extinguish the flames. he notified the manufacturer and a representative stated that since the company filed bankruptcy they would not assume any responsibility. He has photos of the failed component. The failure and current mileages were 113,000.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. the contact smelled gasoline while driving at an unknown speed. once he arrived home, he opened the hood and noticed flames. the manufacturer stated that because he was the second owner of the vehicle, he did not receive a recall notice for nhtsa…
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. the contact smelled gasoline while driving at an unknown speed. once he arrived home, he opened the hood and noticed flames. the manufacturer stated that because he was the second owner of the vehicle, he did not receive a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 04v110000 (fuel system, gasoline delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). the manufacturer would not assist. the vehicle has not been repaired because the contact wants the manufacturer to pay for the repair. the failure and current mileages were 113,200. updated 09/24/08 *bf updated 10/01/08. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling
Vehicle began to lose coolant, but wasn't seeing any leaks. I then decided to open the coolant reservoir and smell for gasoline, and the odor of gasoline IS present in the coolant. The vehicle was diagnosed and found to have a blown head gasket. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
I was notified of a safety recall on my 1997 cadillac el dorado that tubing used in the fuel rail const. May degrade and crack. I was told it would be repaired at no charge. When I went to the dealer to have it done I was told that they possibly would have to replace the fuel pump, and I would have…
I was notified of a safety recall on my 1997 cadillac el dorado that tubing used in the fuel rail const. May degrade and crack. I was told it would be repaired at no charge. When I went to the dealer to have it done I was told that they possibly would have to replace the fuel pump, and I would have to pay for it. I feel this IS completely unfair, I didn't create this problem and feel gm should have to make it safe by replacing it at no charge. Anyway! I thought I would let you know what IS going on. Let me know if you can do anything. Thanks greg *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. the contact depressed the accelerator pedal and heard a screeching noise coming from under the hood. the instrument panel indicated that the antilock brake system disengaged. the contact attempted to depress the accelerator pedal again and the…
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. the contact depressed the accelerator pedal and heard a screeching noise coming from under the hood. the instrument panel indicated that the antilock brake system disengaged. the contact attempted to depress the accelerator pedal again and the screeching noise recurred. after driving the vehicle for a few minutes, she pulled over and shut off the engine. she waited approximately one minute before restarting the vehicle and the ABS message was no longer displayed on the instrument panel. the contact spoke with the dealer and was informed that the failure was due to the brakes. the dealer stated that her vin was not included in nhtsa campaign ID number 97v064000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock), however, the contact believed it should be included. the failure mileage, purchase date, speed, and powertrain were unknown. the current mileage was 63,155.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall request for engineering analysis customer IS asking for info about recall ea04-003**cc the consumer stated he was injured due to his friends 1997 cadillac eldorado stalling. the consumer referenced recall number 04v110000. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Power train › Automatic transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. the low coolant indicator would illuminate and the contact constantly had to refill the coolant receptacle. the oil light illuminated once. while driving the contact noticed a cloud of smoke appearing from under the hood. a repair shop diagnosed the…
Tl*the contact owns a 1997 cadillac eldorado. the low coolant indicator would illuminate and the contact constantly had to refill the coolant receptacle. the oil light illuminated once. while driving the contact noticed a cloud of smoke appearing from under the hood. a repair shop diagnosed the failure as blown head bolts from within the block. the vehicle needed a new transmission. the current and failure mileage were 53000.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Dt*: the contact stated the ABS light illuminated on the dash. there was a nhtsa recall, # 97v064000, regarding the service brakes; hydraulic; antilock. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle makes noise and vibrates every time the brakes are applied. a variety of maneuvers are used to get the vehicle to brake effectively. the vehicle was seen by an independent mechanic determined the electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module needed to be replaced.
- Fuel system, other › Storage › Tank assembly › Pressure relief devices
Dt: 1997 cadillac el dorado. the consumer states he had recall, 04v110000repairs performed on vehicle. this was done approximately on august 30, 2005. when the vehicle came out of the dealership it began leaking fuel. the replaced components were not compatible with the fuel pressure…
Dt: 1997 cadillac el dorado. the consumer states he had recall, 04v110000repairs performed on vehicle. this was done approximately on august 30, 2005. when the vehicle came out of the dealership it began leaking fuel. the replaced components were not compatible with the fuel pressure regulator. this caused the fuel to leak. the manufacturer stated the fuel pressure regulator was not part of the recall. the vehicle has been in the service department since this was replaced. *Ak
- Unknown or other
Consumer letter regarding the recall for the 1997 cadillac eldorado.*mr *nm
- Air bags › Frontal
During a 70 mph roll over, the vehicle hit a guard rail and the front air bags did not deploy. Vehicle was towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *Ak the consumer was involved in a frontal collision. *Jb
- Air bags › Frontal
While driving 70 mph the consumer was involved in a frontal collision. upon impact, both frontal air bags failed to deploy. this caused the driver and passenger to sustain major injuries, and were transported to the hospital. the vehicle was towed to a body shop. *ak the vehicle hit a guard rail and rolled over. *sc *jb
- Structure
Have had two cadillac el dorado's. both of which have problems with the trunk leaking. have had to drill holes in the bottom of our first cadillac to allow the water to drain. have also had to use a shop and vac to suck out the water. thought it was a problem with the older cadillac's.…
Have had two cadillac el dorado's. both of which have problems with the trunk leaking. have had to drill holes in the bottom of our first cadillac to allow the water to drain. have also had to use a shop and vac to suck out the water. thought it was a problem with the older cadillac's. however, a year ago, purchased a 1997 cadillac el dorado and have had the same problem although not to the same extent. the wetness in the trunk IS causing condensation and mildew. the odor comes into the car.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
Recall 04v110000 concerning fuel rail failure. while filling the gas tank consumer smelled a strong odor of fuel. a mechanic examined the vehicle, and found that the fuel rail had pin holes, and needed replacement. this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
While driving the ABS braking light appeared on the dashboard until the vehicle was turned off. the driver took the vehicle to the dealership for analysis. the mechanic noticed that the ABS module needed to be replaced. *nm
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery
Vehicle IS having a difficult time starting. Consumer feels that it IS related to the gas line. dealer has been contacted. *Ak owner has been smelling gasoline odor off and on for 6 weeks. has not started on several occassions over the last 6 months. taken to ed morris cadillac (ken fagan)
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
Fuel system gasoline, fuel injection, fuel rail. *la
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel rail leaks
On march 3, 2004, general motors notified odi that it was recalling approximately 94,000 my 1995-97 oldsmobile aurora vehicles equipped with 4.0L V8 engines (rpo L47 - VIN8 c) to address concerns with underhood fuel leakage from cracked fuel rails and, in some of the vehicles, cracked fuel return lines. According to…
On march 3, 2004, general motors notified odi that it was recalling approximately 94,000 my 1995-97 oldsmobile aurora vehicles equipped with 4.0L V8 engines (rpo L47 - VIN8 c) to address concerns with underhood fuel leakage from cracked fuel rails and, in some of the vehicles, cracked fuel return lines. According to gm, the nylon tubing (PA12) used in the fuel rail construction in these vehicles may degrade and crack.gm's supplier attributed the cracking to the combined effects of heat, time, alcohol fuel, fuel pressure cycling, and design stresses.in addition, gm stated that the my 1995 aurora uses a unique underhood fuel return line that may also crack at unusually high rates.gm dealers will install a new fuel rail constructed out of stainless steel in all of the recalled vehicles and will also install a revised chassis fuel return line in the my 1995 auroras. On april 16, 2004, general motors notified odi that it was adding approximately 389,000 my 1995-97 cadillac seville, deville and eldorado vehicles equipped with 4.6L V8 engines (rpo's LD8 and L37 - VIN8 y and 9) to recall 04v-110.the recalled cadillacs will receive the new stainless steel fuel rails.this engineering analysis IS closed.
- Fuel rail leakage
The fuel rail assemblies used in the subject vehicles were manufactured by dana.the fuel rail jumper tubes were made of monolayer nylon 12 (pa12).in model year (my) 1998, the jumper tube material was changed from PA12 to m-bond (a multi-layer ptfe/pa12).in addition, all service parts produced since the end of…
The fuel rail assemblies used in the subject vehicles were manufactured by dana.the fuel rail jumper tubes were made of monolayer nylon 12 (pa12).in model year (my) 1998, the jumper tube material was changed from PA12 to m-bond (a multi-layer ptfe/pa12).in addition, all service parts produced since the end of production 1997 use the m-bond jumper tubes. Material analysis performed by dana on failed fuel rails showed that the mono-layer nylon 12 jumper tubes are susceptible to environmental stress cracking (esc).gm believes the esc IS a result of heat, time, alcohol blended fuel, fuel pressure cycling, and designed in stress. Eight of the gm complaints are duplicative of odi complaints.odi has received 77 of it's 123 complaints in the past 12 months.fuel rail part sales over the last three years range from 3.0 percent of production for the my 1997 cadillac vehicles to 13.1 percent for the my 1995 auroras.at least one of the fire incidents occured while the vehicle was parked within a garage attached to the consumers home.the fire resulted in damage to the dwelling as well as the total loss of the vehicle.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10208027This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10171318This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10168979This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
- 10166638This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10165876This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
- 10157018This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10154641This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10141381This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10138060This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10137901This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
- 10114947This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10114924This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10113443This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10020584Knockig noises or excessive oil consumption. Vehicles with LD8 or L37 4.6L V8 engines.
- 10019202Missing camshaft intermediate drive shaft plug - service vme.
- 10017254ABS light on diagnostic trouble code c1226 or unwanted ABS or tcs activation.
- 10010847Service engine soon light on and chuggle or surge. Diagnostic trouble code p0741 or diagnostic trouble code 39 (tcc stuck off).
- 10009223Gm announcing additional population of vehicles exposed to time, heat and certain fuels IS causing nylon tubing in the fuel rails to develop an unusual number of leaks. Failure of the fuel rail tubing can result in a fuel leak into the engine compartment. The operator may experience fuel odor and possibly stalling due to loss of fuel pressure to the engine. Gm voicemail express.
- 10008897Multiple stabilitrak/precision control codes such as c1282, c1283, c1284, c1285, c1287, and c1288 exist on delphi bosch 5.0 or 5.3 systems.
- 10008881Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0442 small leak detected, inspect at fuel filler neck.
- 10008847Volume IS only controlled using steering wheel controls.
- 10007051Questions and answers to assist in responding to customer inquires to the upcoming product safety recall 04014 - engine fuel rail replacement. Gm administrative message.
- 100063324.0L L47, 4.6L LD8 L37 engine water pump cover p/n 12571913- thermostat loose. Also including model 2003 cadillac eldorado.
- 100063074.0L L47, 4.6L LD8, L37, LH2 engine coolant or oil leak.*mr
- 10005597Engine cold/knock/tick noise.
- 10005588Poor radio reception or radio static/ increased interference with rear window defogger on or some rear window defogger grids may be inoperative.
- 10005549Revised hvac blower motor installation procedure.
- 10004769This bulletin IS being issued to inform dealers of enhancements to crankcase, oil distribution plate and oil pan sealing by using rtv sealant.
- 10004748Higher than expected oil consumption.
- 10003733This purpose of this vme message IS to clarify installation instructions for a blower motor used on previous body style cadillacs with the northstar engine.
- 10002890Engine cold/knock/tick noise.
- 10001117Front heated seat inoperative / cold.
- 10000455Higher than expected oil consumption.
- 6092576Some customers may comment on an underhood noise; traction engaged massage; ABS warning lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code c1225 set.
- 634913Some customers may comment on a steering vibration, shudder or moan noise during parking maneuvers.
- 632324Subject regarding revised fastener tightening specificatin for cylinder head replacement.
- 631313Some customers may comment on higher than expected oil consumption. *Slc
- 629767Some customers may comment about a steering vibration, shutter or moan noise during low speed turning parking maneuvers.
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