2001 Cadillac Eldorado
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Owner complaints
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- Air bags
Air bag light stays on
- Power train
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. 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 needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000. updated 04/22/2016*lj
- Electronic stability control (esc)
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 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 was made aware of the failure and referred her back to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 150,000 and the current mileage was 160,000.
- Vehicle speed control
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 failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
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…
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 the contact that the part was on a national back order and they were not aware of when the part would be available. The contact was placed on waiting list for the part. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 62,000. Updated 02/18/11 *bf
- Vehicle speed control
Car accelerates when parking into angle parking space. it did this several times after I purchased it used with aprox 26,000 miles. At first ,i thought it was me hitting the brake an accelerator at the same time. I began to be careful when I applied the brake to cover the brake pedal only. It did…
Car accelerates when parking into angle parking space. it did this several times after I purchased it used with aprox 26,000 miles. At first ,i thought it was me hitting the brake an accelerator at the same time. I began to be careful when I applied the brake to cover the brake pedal only. It did it again and I took it to the dealer at 30982 miles, which looked at me strangely, said they never heard of this. He called gm, an yes they had, was told to reprogram the computer, which they accomplished. All of the cases have been intermittent and still occur every once in a while. Especially when I park in a angle and off camber spot. (i thank it might be traction control related.) just recalling seeing a lot of accidents by folks running through a business from parking close by. Then they are blamed for hitting the gas instead of the brake. My engine will accelerate faster an faster as I push harder an harder on the brake to a point I am ready to turn the key off, then it will then drop back to idle on it's own. Very scary though if you do not react quickly. No dealer in my town any more. Just to let you know its not all toyota. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling
TL* the contact owns a 2001 cadillac eldorado. while driving approximately between 20-30 mph the "check engine coolant" warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. the warning indicator remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an authorized…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 cadillac eldorado. while driving approximately between 20-30 mph the "check engine coolant" warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. the warning indicator remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on three separate occasions for identical failures. the dealer replaced the head gasket at an expense of $3,000.00. the failure and current mileages were 113,000. the vin was unavailable.
- Electrical system
Ignition switch cylinder wires that disable starter break and car will not start . The dealer said this happens on almost every 2001 cadilac equipped with the resistance chip on the key. The message says wait 3 minute and restart the car. The 2001 cadillac eldorado esc only has 44,000 miles on it. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap · Structure › Body › Trunk lid
When I try to start my car the trunk and sometimes the gas cap comes open. I must then get out of my car and go to the rear and put the trunk and close the cap..........i am looking for others who have similar situations with their car. *Tr
- Tires
I purchased 4 new goodyear assurance comfort tread tires on 10/01/2008. On 12/02/2008 I had a blow-out to the side wall (outer) of the right rear passenger tire. I was traveling 30mph. I had to be towed to the dealer where I purchased the tires.(claude nolan cadillac). I was told that the tire…
I purchased 4 new goodyear assurance comfort tread tires on 10/01/2008. On 12/02/2008 I had a blow-out to the side wall (outer) of the right rear passenger tire. I was traveling 30mph. I had to be towed to the dealer where I purchased the tires.(claude nolan cadillac). I was told that the tire could not be repaired. I had to purchase a new tire. I have asked the dealer to maintain the old tire for possible inspection. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Unknown or other
2001 cadillac eldorado. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
TL* the contact owns a 2001 cadillac eldorado. while driving at 60 mph the contact engaged the brake pedal and was unable to stop the vehicle. the brake pedal made contact with the floorboard. the rotors were replaced three times at 9,000, 23,000 and 33,000 miles. The dealer advised the contact that due to rust and what they were made off the rotors needed to be replaced. *Ak updated 04/12/07. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
2001 cadillac without warning lost both steering and braking on two occasions. *ts this failure occurred as a result of a malfunctioning crank sensor and resulted in the engine losing power. The consumer has filed three formal complaints about this problem, two with the dealer and one with the manufacturer. the dealer admitted that cadillac had a known sensor problem from 2000 to 2004. *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
Dt: the brake rotors rusted and were defective. the front rotors were resurfaced at 7,000 miles. This was on february 28, 2003. the rear rotors were resurfaced at 8,000 miles. the front and rear rotors were replaced at 9,000 miles. The rear rotors were resurfaced at 11,000 miles. the front…
Dt: the brake rotors rusted and were defective. the front rotors were resurfaced at 7,000 miles. This was on february 28, 2003. the rear rotors were resurfaced at 8,000 miles. the front and rear rotors were replaced at 9,000 miles. The rear rotors were resurfaced at 11,000 miles. the front and rear rotors and brake pads were replaced at 23,000 miles. after the repairs were made the replacement parts had the same failures. the consumer had to pay for the last repair out of pocket because it was no longer under warranty. there have been no accidents as of yet. when the consumer contacted the manufacturer, they told him that they did not recognize that there was a problem with the brake rotors. *ak
- Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
2001 eldorado etc seat back reclined while driving.***no answer required***. *Mr *jb
- Electrical system
While driving 20 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the driver tried to restart the vehicle and was able to do so. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. the mechanic can not duplicate the problem at this time. the technician had to replace the sensor a and b as the sensor was loosing it's signal. *sc
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
On two occasions, my mother drove to grocery stores, parked her 2001 el dorado cadillac, shopped, got back in the car and put it reverse, to back out of the parking space, put it in drive, began to accelerate and the brakes failed. the first time she almost hit a pedestrian. the second time she…
On two occasions, my mother drove to grocery stores, parked her 2001 el dorado cadillac, shopped, got back in the car and put it reverse, to back out of the parking space, put it in drive, began to accelerate and the brakes failed. the first time she almost hit a pedestrian. the second time she ended up blowing a stop sign and ended up in the middle of oncoming traffic before the brakes engaged. there were two service calls regarding the problem with guy hill cadillac in san diego and another service call with de la fuente cadillac in el cajon california. all three service calls resulted in the same response. the problem could not be duplicated.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic
While driving 60 mph, the driver applied the brakes and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. the driver applied the brakes numerous times but it failed. the driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. the mechanic informed…
While driving 60 mph, the driver applied the brakes and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. the driver applied the brakes numerous times but it failed. the driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. the mechanic informed the driver that the speed sensor needed to be replaced and replaced it. however, the problem still occurs at this time. please provide further details. *nm
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.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 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.
- 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
- 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.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control 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.
- 10244201This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
- 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.
- 10224820This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
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