Worst 1986 Cadillac Eldorado Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1986 Cadillac Eldorado.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Wiring & Fuses | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Rack And Pinion | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheels:Hubcap/Cover | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheels:Rim | 1 | — | — | — |
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1986 Cadillac Eldorado — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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