1994 Cadillac Eldorado Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 75,000miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 4.6L 8-cyl FWD · 15 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by tires (2) and vehicle speed control (2). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 14% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 75,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 4 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Tires2 20%
- Brakes1 10%
- Engine1 10%
- Engine cooling1 10%
- Fuel system1 10%
- Seat belts1 10%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “The contact owns a 1994 Cadillac Eldorado.on september 5, 2008, while driving at 65 MPH , the rpms suddenly increased to 6000.this happened repeatedly. While the contact was driving to the dealership, the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop where the mechanic informed the contact that the transmission failed. The contact called the manufacturer in reference to recall 93v164000 (vehicle speed control) and was told that the vehicle was not included. The current and failure mileages were approximately 186,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10331977, filed 2010-05, 186,000 milesTires: “Passenger's rear tire blew out unexpectedly while traveling at 50 MPH, making it difficult to control the vehicle. This caused the rim to be damaged, and be replaced. Manufacturer was notified by consumer. The rear fender was also damaged.”
NHTSA complaint #10109421, filed 2005-03Vehicle speed control: “- the contact owns a 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. While driving at 45 MPH the contact felt heat coming from the accelerator pedal. The service engine light and vehicle speed control light illuminated, and stayed that way. The mechanic was unable to diagnose failure. When she attempted to accelerate the vehicle it vibrated. Also, the vehicle a vibrated when the brake pedal was depressed. The current mileage was 180,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10186509, filed 2007-03, 180,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
14% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 60,000 and 130,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1994 Cadillac Eldorado version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldorado FWD | 4.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 23 | 18 | $4,550 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 94V158000Aug 31, 1994Equipment › Appliance › Air conditionerCovers: Cadillac Eldorado 1993–1994, Seville 1993–1994, Allante 1993
If the air conditioner compressor clutch assembly contacts the auxiliary engine oil cooler out hose, the hose may wear through allowing engine oil to leak in the engine compartment.
- 93V164000Oct 1, 1993Vehicle speed controlCovers: Cadillac Eldorado 1994, Seville 1994
The throttle cable can become disengaged from the retaining bracket.
Recall details for the 1994 Cadillac Eldorado → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 4 on record; the latest 4 are shown.
- 10168979Nov 22, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code…
- 10165876Sep 5, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code…
- 10141381May 31, 2018Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code…
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Other model years of the Cadillac Eldorado
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 10 | 34,556 | 0 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 18 | 44,074 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 2000 | 23 | 62,425 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Falling |
| 1999 | 12 | 46,000 | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1998 | 16 | 84,490 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1997 | 31 | 90,191 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 31 | 77,848 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 29 | 120,000 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1994 | 10 | 75,000 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1993 | 5 | 92,000 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 5 | 132,128 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
All Cadillac Eldorado model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1994 Cadillac Eldorado have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 1994 Cadillac Eldorado as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by tires with 2.
Has the 1994 Cadillac Eldorado been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1994 Cadillac Eldorado get?
The EPA rates the 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (Eldorado, 4.6L 8-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 15 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1994 Cadillac Eldorado reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 75,000 miles and the middle half falls between 60,000 and 130,000 miles; 14% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.