Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2002 Cadillac Eldorado, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Structure2
- Air bags2
- Tires2
- Power train1
- Steering1
- Service brakes, hydraulic1
- Electrical system1
- Vehicle speed control1
- Engine and engine cooling1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 1 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2002 Cadillac Eldorado failed the safety check 1.67% of the time — 17% less often than the average 2002 passenger car (2.00%). Median odometer at inspection: 78,611 miles.
480first inspections
1.67%failed on safety
78,611 mimedian odometer
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 1 variant: combined 12.5 L/100 km (about 19 mpg US), CO₂ 288 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eldorado · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 15.0 | 9.5 | 12.5 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
No recall campaigns cover the 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Cadillac told its dealers about the 2002 Cadillac Eldorado: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 636589 | INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING EXHAUST LEAKS ON THE FRONT BANK. *TT |
| 634945 | INFORMATION ON INSPECTING THE JULIAN DATE CODE OF TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH PLUSE WIDTH MODULATED VALVE ASSEMBLY. *TT |
| 634719 | SERVICE ENGINE SOON OR CHECK ENGINE SOON MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP BEING ILLUMINATED. *TT 02-06-04-024E NOT YET RECEIVED. *TT |
| 634517 | THIS BULLETIN IS BEING ISSUED TO REVISE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES B1552, B1556 AND B1558. *TT |
| 632322 | SUBJECT REGARDING THE ELIMINATION OF THE SERVICE BAY TEST PROCEDURE. *TT |
| 629801 | SUBJECT REGARDING CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS OF SPIKE IN THE TCC SOLENOID, WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES SET. *TT |
| 629674 | CONCERNS WITH DIAGNOSTIC CODES P0420, CONVERTER EFFICIENCY, P0121 TPS PERFORMANCE AND P0133 AND P0153, O2 SENSOR SLOW RESPONSE. *TT |
| 629647 | SUBJECT REGARDING SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP ON WITH P0410 TROUBLE CODE. *TT |
| 629368 | SUBJECT REGARDING NO POWER ON HEAVY ACCELERATION OR 1-2 SHIFT CONCERNS-DELAYS,SLIPS,FLARES, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0731 AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0732 SET. *YD |
| 628872 | SUBJECT REGARDING GENERAL WATERLEAK DIAGNOSIS GUIDE. *TT |
| 628813 | SUBJECT REGARDING REPAIR KIT FOR SAGGING/SEPARATION/WARPING OF THE REAR QUARTER TRIM PANEL. *TT |
| 628137 | SUBJECT REGARDING DRIVABILITY COMPLAINTS AND A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. *TT |
| 627406 | INFORMATION REGARDING ELECTRONIC BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT. *YH |
| 625055 | SUBJECT REGARDING A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ON TRANSMISSION CONCERNS. *JG |
| 619764 | SUBJECT REGARDING PCM PROGRAMMING ADAPTER FOR 2000 - 2002 4.6L V8 EQUIPPED CADILLAC VEHICLES. *TT |
| 11009156 | This 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. |
| 11007744 | This 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. |
| 11007743 | This 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. |
| 11006621 | Vehicle 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. |
| 11006421 | GM 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. |
| 11004761 | This 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. |
| 11004557 | This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim. |
| 11002312 | This 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. |
| 10252735 | This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish. |
| 10252163 | XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)