1997 Cadillac Eldorado Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 23%of 31 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the brakes of the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado, 23% of the 31 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. While driving various speeds, the anti braking system automatically engaged without warning. The contact noticed a fuel odor when she turned the ignition switch into the run position. The contact was unable to turn the ignition switch into the run position intermittently and heard an abnormal noise. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10735170, filed 2015-07, 80,000 miles“The contact stated the vehicle makes noise and vibrates every time the brakes are applied. A variety of maneuvers are used to get the vehicle to brake effectively. The vehicle was seen by an independent mechanic determined the electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module needed to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10155788, filed 2006-04, 90,382 miles“The contact owns a 1997 Cadillac Eldorado touring coupe (na). While driving approximately 65 MPH, the traction control system light illuminated on the instrument panel ABS light illuminated shortly after and the vehicle jerked. The vehicle slowed to 15 MPH and the contact coasted to the side of the road. The failure occurred again after it was started up again. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the problem could have been because of a corroded traction control system or ABS system sensor. The contact shut off the traction control system. …”
NHTSA complaint #10374633, filed 2011-01, 34,800 miles“The contact stated the ABS light illuminated on the dash. There was a NHTSA recall, # 97v064000, regarding the service brakes; hydraulic; antilock. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.”
NHTSA complaint #10175298, filed 2006-12, 60,000 miles“While driving the ABS braking light appeared on the dashboard until the vehicle was turned off. The driver took the vehicle to the dealership for analysis. The mechanic noticed that the ABS module needed to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10052162, filed 2003-12Related recalls
- 97V064000Apr 28, 1997The electronic brake control module or the electronic brake and traction control module can cause the antilock brake system (abs) to cycle during a non-abs…Covers: Cadillac Eldorado 1997, Buick Park Avenue 1997, Cadillac Deville 1997 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10017254Oct 31, 2005Abs light on diagnostic trouble code c1226 or unwanted abs or tcs activation.
Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado
12 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsTires
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado
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.
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