Cadillac Eldorado 1983
Model Eldorado made in 1983 by Cadillac got 4 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic and structure. The car had one investigation (service brakes, hydraulic). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, visibility.
Model 1983
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE | ||||||||||||||||
| 93E019000 | PUROLATOR PRODUCTS, INC. | E (Equipment) | 10000 | 05/27/1993 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 06/04/1993 | 08/20/1993 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | The fuel filters were produced with an incorrect threaded fitting. the incorrect fitting is similiar enough in size that the fuel filter may appear to be correctly threaded onto the fuel line. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Replace the filters with the correct filters. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The improper threading could cause a gasoline leak which may result in an underhood fire when exposed to a source of ignition. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel; filter.equipment description: fuel filters, part nos. f33141 and gf3141.note: if you have problems exchanging your defective fuel filter, please callpurolater customer service at 1-800-526-3659. also contact the national highwaytraffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR | ||||||||||||||||
| 82V110000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1982 to 10/01/1982 | V (Vehicle) | 5316 | 11/15/1982 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 11/15/1982 | 11/18/1982 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | During windshield wiper operation, the noise suppresion capacitor in the wiper motor relay may overheat. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The dealer will modify the windshield wiper motor delay relay by removing the noise suppresion capacitor. this will be done free of charge. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with delco/bose radio pulsewipe features.system: visual; wiper motor delay relay.consequences of defect: wiper motor overheating can cause loss of windshieldwiper operation and an underhood fire. this fire may spread throughout thepassenger compartment and cause burn injuries to the vehicle occupants.note: owner is advised not to use the windshield wiper motor delay featureuntil the vehicle can be corrected. when it is necessary to use the windshieldwiper system, it should only be used in the medium or high positions. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| EA88036 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 07/22/1988 | 08/30/1991 | REAR DISC BRAKES | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 09/23/1996 | 1 | ||
| Engine block corrosion.( 2nd vehicle on 512531) | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||
| 1 | |||
| Vehicle has had several brake problems and has managed to avoid a collision. consumer states there is a defect in the vacuum pump and booster. *ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 06/23/1997 | 1 | ||
| Steel rivets which secure the firber glass roof blew off and struck another vehicle. appears parts were omitted during production. *azk | |||