1987 Cadillac Brougham Recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 1987 Cadillac Brougham. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Wheel cylindersCovers: Cadillac Brougham 1986–1989
Reported issue: The increased weight of the stretch conversion limousines requires larger diameter rear wheel brake cylinders than those installed in the factory.
Possible consequence: The vehicles do not meet the stopping distancerequirements of fmvss 105, "hydraulic brake systems".
Remedy: Replace the existing rear wheel brake cylinders with larger diameter brake cylinders.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Wheel cylindersCovers: Cadillac Brougham 1987–1990
Reported issue: Rear wheel brake cylinders are too small to allow for proper braking.
Possible consequence: Stopping distance requirements of fmvss 105 are not metwith power braking assist unit inoperative.
Remedy: Replace original 1" rear wheel brake cylinder with a 1 1/16" cylinder.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Wheel cylindersCovers: Cadillac Brougham 1987–1991
Possible consequence: Stopping distance requirements of fmvss 105 are not metwith power braking assist unit inoperative.
Remedy: Replace original 1" rear wheel brake cylinder with a 1 1/16" cylinder.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › DrumCovers: Cadillac Brougham 1987–1991
Reported issue: Limousine failed to meet stopping distance requirements of fmvss 105.
Possible consequence: Increased stopping distance could result in an accident;vehicles do not comply with fmvss 105.
Remedy: Replace original rear wheel brake cylinder with a larger cylinder.
- Vehicle speed controlCovers: Cadillac Brougham 1984–1988, Oldsmobile Cutlass 1984–1988, Buick Lesabre 1984–1988 +15 more
Reported issue: A small nylon bushing in the cruise control servo bail may slip out of place, causing intermittent and unexpected increases in engine speed or dieseling (engine run on with ignition off).
Possible consequence: Servo rod assembly could catch on engine components andresult in a stuck throttle with potential for a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Install a new bushing in cruise control servo bail.
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.