2000 Cadillac Eldorado
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. Newest first.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the inner tie rod nuts are loose and can result in separation of a tie rod.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Separation of a tie rod can cause unexpected steering input increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check and adjust the vehicle toe-in and tighten the inner tie rod nuts to the specified torque.
Owner complaints
23 complaints2 involved a crash4 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine · Unknown or other
Dear nhtsa, cadillac gm shipped the northstar engine with a known head gasket issue involving the threading and the shortness of the headbolts, when the the coolant flows through the engine, the heat of the coolant going thru the head gaskets rips and shreds the headbolts causing a failing head…
Dear nhtsa, cadillac gm shipped the northstar engine with a known head gasket issue involving the threading and the shortness of the headbolts, when the the coolant flows through the engine, the heat of the coolant going thru the head gaskets rips and shreds the headbolts causing a failing head gasket, when the threading on the headbolts starts to shred apart from heat, the head gasket cannot hold causing overheating causing the head gasket to blow, gm knowingly shipped all northstar engines with this problem and still has not recalled it, the models affected by this awful problem 1992-2002 cadillac seville sts/sls 1992-2002 cadillac elderado esc/etc 1992-2002 cadillac deville . this issue has caused these vehicles to be sent to the grave and has costed many cadillac owners including myself thousands of dollars in repairs, these cars would leave the lot with that issue and blow there heads within 40,000 miles, gm purposely manufactured these cars like that because the cost to repair IS almost 5,000 dollars, they manufactured multiple models with this issue, how have you not recalled these vehicles! Fix this! how could they do this to us? They ripped us off 10 years and didn't manufacture a fix until 2005,
- Seats
Cpsc:seats in 2000 cadillac eldorado suddenly deteriorated and wiring inside cushions seams exposed as both driver and passenger felt electrical pulsating sensations from back and back of thighs close to the backs of near left knee for driver and right knee for passenger. *Dt the consumer…
Cpsc:seats in 2000 cadillac eldorado suddenly deteriorated and wiring inside cushions seams exposed as both driver and passenger felt electrical pulsating sensations from back and back of thighs close to the backs of near left knee for driver and right knee for passenger. *Dt the consumer stated both chairs seem to be elevated towards the bottom, near the back end seams, and slants downward from the back of knees to where the bottom and top connect. This caused severe painful spasms to lower back area and left side leg pain.*js
- Engine
Engine turns off for no reason while going under 40 miles. Have to put it in neutral and it will start right up again. Usually on city streets, in motion. We think most of the time after turning.
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. While making a right turn at 5 mph, the contact felt a burning sensation on his right foot and noticed that an unknown hot liquid was leaking onto the accelerator and brake pedals. The contact was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road and…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. While making a right turn at 5 mph, the contact felt a burning sensation on his right foot and noticed that an unknown hot liquid was leaking onto the accelerator and brake pedals. The contact was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road and, in the process, sustained serious injuries that required medical attention. The contact was able to drive back to his residence. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the heater core needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 183,000. updated 04/06/16*lj *tr
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. While driving at approximately 65 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact felt a burning sensation on his right foot and noticed that an unknown hot liquid was leaking onto the accelerator and brake pedals. The…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. While driving at approximately 65 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact felt a burning sensation on his right foot and noticed that an unknown hot liquid was leaking onto the accelerator and brake pedals. The temperature gauge indicated that the vehicle was overheating. The contact was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road and, in the process, sustained serious injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Air bags · Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the brakes were engaged and failed to stop the vehicle. The yellow service light illuminated on the instrument panel before the vehicle stalled. As a result, the contact lost control and crashed into a…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the brakes were engaged and failed to stop the vehicle. The yellow service light illuminated on the instrument panel before the vehicle stalled. As a result, the contact lost control and crashed into a fence. the air bags failed to deploy. There was a police report filed. the contact sustained a concussion. the manufacturer was contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 62,000. Pam
- Engine
The car has been overheating since 83600 miles. we changed the thermostat and it still did the same thing. took to cadillac dealer and they said there was nothing wrong. went got the car and paid price 3 days later it was overheating and antifreeze was disappearing. filled the radiator up with…
The car has been overheating since 83600 miles. we changed the thermostat and it still did the same thing. took to cadillac dealer and they said there was nothing wrong. went got the car and paid price 3 days later it was overheating and antifreeze was disappearing. filled the radiator up with antifreeze and it disappeared again. we changed the lower radiator hose and flushed the radiator and tried it again. the coolant disappeared again and no sign of a leak. where IS the antifreeze going. I was told it was the head gasket or the intake manifold gasket. I am unemployed and do not have the money to have this done. I can not find work without a vehicle. I just bought this car at 75000 miles. this car ran like a charm until I took it in for an oil change at the cadillac dealer and they put the wrong oil in the engine. by the way this engine IS the northstar engine. the mileage now IS at 84000 miles. all cadillac dealers I have taken my car to previously have always used mobile oil. they were trying to tell me this other oil IS the same. obviously this was not the same. it wrecked my car and now I can not afford to fix it. this car has the years on it but not the miles for the years. why should you have to tear an engine apart with this low of miles on it. cars are to last to 250,000 miles well this one has not even made it to 100,000 miles. I would really like some help getting this vehicle fixed. if this IS the way cadillac's are I will never buy another cadillac in my life. *tr
- Electrical system
While traveling at 65 mph the engine quit in the middle of the I-35W bridge over the mississippi river in minneapolis. I managed to coast safely to a stop on an exit ramp about 200 ft from bobby and steve's auto world. They spent four hours trying to figure out the problem was. They found the ecs…
While traveling at 65 mph the engine quit in the middle of the I-35W bridge over the mississippi river in minneapolis. I managed to coast safely to a stop on an exit ramp about 200 ft from bobby and steve's auto world. They spent four hours trying to figure out the problem was. They found the ecs fuse had blown but they were not able to determine what caused its failure even after four hours of working on the car. They replaced the fuse and everything began working properly. The problem had not recurred as of this date. I bought a package of five10 amp replacement fuses and put them in the glove compartment. I was told that ecs fuse supplies the power train control module, the agr valve, the evaporator canister purge valve, the ignition one relay, the mass airflow sensor, and the trans axle. *tr
- Steering
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac el dorado. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the power steering assist failed without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where unknown repairs were made to the vehicle. Eight days after the repair, the contact crashed the vehicle. The…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 cadillac el dorado. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the power steering assist failed without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where unknown repairs were made to the vehicle. Eight days after the repair, the contact crashed the vehicle. The contact was concerned that the power steering failure could have caused the crash however, the contact could not confirm the events leading to the crash because she suffered short-term memory loss as a result of striking her head on the steering wheel upon impact. The vehicle was not inspected for the cause of the failure. the failure mileage was 62,900 and the current mileage was 63,000. The vin was unavailable.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
My 2000 cadillac eldorado has had the "camshaft positioning sensors" replaced 3 times since I've owned the car (2000).although gm has "tsb"'s out for this problem they claim mine IS not covered because the vin # IS not the same as the one indicated on this particular "tsb" same car----same trouble…
My 2000 cadillac eldorado has had the "camshaft positioning sensors" replaced 3 times since I've owned the car (2000).although gm has "tsb"'s out for this problem they claim mine IS not covered because the vin # IS not the same as the one indicated on this particular "tsb" same car----same trouble !!!!!!! .They will not honor it. This seems to me like saying "we'll fix the blue ones,but not the black ones". This IS my 3RD cadillac------& my last !!!!!!!!!! *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. when the vehicle was started, it made a whining noise from the bearing. the contact opened the hood and noticed that the water pump was leaking. the failure occurred on july 14, 2008 and no repairs have yet been made. the vin was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 57,000.
- Suspension › Rear
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. while driving 35 mph, the contact heard a banging noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when driving over a bump. the vehicle would also sway left to right while driving 55 mph or greater. the dealer stated that the heat treatment for the rear…
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 cadillac eldorado. while driving 35 mph, the contact heard a banging noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when driving over a bump. the vehicle would also sway left to right while driving 55 mph or greater. the dealer stated that the heat treatment for the rear knuckle bushings caused the failure. as of october 16, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. the failure mileage was 68,000 and current mileage was 69,600.
- Steering
Dt*: the contact stated there IS a noise coming from the front end of the vehicle when turning. the dealership has replaced numerous parts, but the contact did not receive an invoice. the attempts have not repaired the vehicle and the dealership IS unable to diagnose the problem.
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling › Engine
2000 cadillac eldorado engine failure and cadillac customer assistance center's lack of response.***no answer required*** *mr weeks after purchase, the a/c and the drivers side power window had become intermittent. the consumer heard a metal on metal crunching noise. the vehicle stalled. the…
2000 cadillac eldorado engine failure and cadillac customer assistance center's lack of response.***no answer required*** *mr weeks after purchase, the a/c and the drivers side power window had become intermittent. the consumer heard a metal on metal crunching noise. the vehicle stalled. the consumer looked under the vehicle and saw several pieces of metal scattered on the road. it was determined that the engine seized because one of the connecting rods experienced an internal failure and crashed through the back of the engine block. the battery was replaced a year ago and had died again. *sc
- Electrical system
Car stalls in traffic, power steering off,has to be restarted. Has happened 6 times in 2 months.
- Engine and engine cooling
Engine quit at approx 30 mph. Coasted to stop. Engine restarted immediately. This IS the 3RD occurrance in past six months. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Consumer heard tapping noises in the engine when starting vehicle in the cold. *ph after having the vehicle decarbonized several times without any success of resolving the problem, the consumer was told the engine needed to be rebuilt. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling
Cranking sensor failures. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Structure › Body
When the vehicle was parked or driven the consumer smelled fumes. the consumer had taken the vehicle to the dealership, but the problem had not been resolved. *ak there was a rotten egg smell. the catalytic converter was replaced 3 to 4 times and the rear of the vehicle rusted. the…
When the vehicle was parked or driven the consumer smelled fumes. the consumer had taken the vehicle to the dealership, but the problem had not been resolved. *ak there was a rotten egg smell. the catalytic converter was replaced 3 to 4 times and the rear of the vehicle rusted. the consumer's wife already had a health condition but due to the fumes, she would experience an allergic reaction to the sulfur and sulfa based products. (headaches, nausea, and vomiting) *scc *jb
- Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal
Vehicle will surge forward when coming to a complete stop, without accelerator pedal being depressed. The dealership serviced the vehicle several times,problem still exists.*ak
- Electrical system
There were numerous electrical problems and the vehicle stalled. *mr *scc *jb
- Engine and engine cooling
While driving the vehicle stalled without warning. Dealer was notified. ph
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving the vehicle stalled wiithout warning. the dealer was notified. 8NLM
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.
- 11009156This 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.
- 11007744This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007743This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
- 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
- 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
- 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10249980This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include ?Vibration? ?Business Associate Code? and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
- 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10247780This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10246952Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246951Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10245951Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
- 10245950Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
- 10244274This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10242843The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
- 10242298This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
- 10242262This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
- 10240793This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
- 10236164This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
- 10235799This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10234110This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10232811This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10232136This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10230697This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the listed DTC's may set with or without poor engine performance.
- 10228888This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.
- 10227056This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10225615This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.
- 10224309This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole authorized provider of a certification confirmation letter which helps our customers identify if their vehicles meets the required USA regulatory standards necessary for importation into the USA.
- 10224273This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission.
- 10222839This service bulletin provides information on Handling Requests for Modifications to Permanently Import/Export Vehicles Between the U.S. and Canada.
- 10222796This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10220319This diagnostic tip advises the tech not to separate the flexplate from the torque convertor or damage my occur if the engine is started while diagnosing for noise from the engine or transmission.
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