1993 Cadillac Eldorado
1G6DW5276PR703456
Vehicle record for the 1993 Cadillac Eldorado (VIN 1G6DW5276PR703456). Brown, coupe, gasoline. Registered in Rivne. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year. Specifications, registration region and recall data.
No photo of this model yet1993 Cadillac Eldorado · Brown on the registration record
Should you buy it? Worth a look — but negotiate
Weighed from safety recalls, known problems and market price.
- 2 recall campaigns exist for this model year. Check this VIN on NHTSA.gov to confirm the repairs were done.
Full vehicle history report
Everything below is in the paid report for VIN 1G6DW5276PR703456, compiled live from NMVTIS and licensed providers the moment you unlock it. Not every vehicle has every record type — the report shows what is on file, and says so when nothing is. The 2 recall campaigns for this model year are shown further down.
📜 Title & ownership
- Title statusClean, salvage, rebuilt, junk, flood or lemon — from the national title database (NMVTIS)🔒
- Title brand historyEvery brand ever applied, by state, with what each one means🔒
- Title & registration recordsHow many times it has been titled, where, and the years-per-owner pace🔒
- Decode consistency checkThe provider's decode cross-checked against ours — a mismatch is a cloned-VIN warning sign🔒
🛞 Odometer
- Odometer timelineEvery reported reading with its date and state, drawn as a timeline🔒
- Rollback checkFlags any reading that goes backwards🔒
- Miles per yearThis car's pace against the US average🔒
💥 Damage, loss & theft
- Total-loss recordsInsurance total-loss declarations, with the reporting insurer type and date🔒
- Salvage & junk-yard recordsSalvage, junk and auction dispositions, including export flags🔒
- Theft screenActive and recovered theft records🔒
- Accident indicatorsDamage events reflected in title data (NMVTIS does not carry police crash reports)🔒
- Flood-exposure checkTitle activity in a disaster area soon after a major flood or hurricane🔒
💰 Liens & value
- Liens, impounds & exportOpen liens with the lender, tow/impound and export records🔒
- Market value for this exact carRetail adjusted for its mileage and state, trade-in, loan value, auction low/avg/high and retail by condition🔒
- DepreciationDrop from original MSRP, yearly rate and a one-year projection🔒
- Sticker vs dealer invoiceWhat it cost new, and what the dealer paid🔒
🧰 Factory warranty & equipment
- Remaining warrantyBasic, powertrain and rust coverage left, estimated from the first title date and odometer🔒
- Standard equipment & coloursWhat this trim came with from the factory, and the colours it was offered in🔒
🚨 Recalls on this VIN
- Per-VIN recall statusWhether each campaign has been repaired on THIS car, remedy availability, do-not-drive and stop-sale flags, dealer labour time🔒
History reports cover US-titled vehicles only. This car is registered in Ukraine, so title, salvage and odometer records from the US national title database (NMVTIS) don't apply to it. The registration record, specifications and recall data on this page cost nothing.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
🧾 Window sticker / build sheet → All 1993 Cadillac Eldorado data →
📋 All factory specifications on file8 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)
🏭 Manufacturing & other
Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.
MPG & running costs
U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 1993 Cadillac Eldorado.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 1993 Cadillac Eldorado costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 20
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 20.
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Bulletin 130089009 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Sep 20134.0L L47, 4.6L LD8 L37 ENGINE WATER PUMP COVER P/N 12571913- THERMOSTAT LOOSE. ALSO INCLUDING MODEL 2003 CADILLAC ELDORADO. *MR
Bulletin 01792 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2004THIS BULLETIN IS BEING ISSUED TO INFORM DEALERS OF ENHANCEMENTS TO CRANKCASE, OIL DISTRIBUTION PLATE AND OIL PAN SEALING BY USING RTV SEALANT. *TT
Bulletin 030601027 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2003INTERMITTENT LIGHT SURGE, CHUGGLE OR BUMP AT 45-60 MPH WITH TCC ENGAGED. *TT
Bulletin 030604038 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Aug 2003SUBJECT REGARDING REPAIR KIT FOR SAGGING/SEPARATION/WARPING OF THE REAR QUARTER TRIM PANEL. *TT
Bulletin 0008110005A · Structure · Dec 2001SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN ABOUT A ENGINE COLD / KNOCK / TICK NOISE. *TT
Bulletin 990601010 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 1999CONCERNS OF DOOR HANDLES ON WHITE PAINTED VEHICLES TRUNING YELLOW. *YC
Bulletin 831704 · Structure · Oct 1998CONDITIONS REGARDING DTC CODE P039, TORGUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT, MAY SET WHEN DRIVING UP A SLIGHT GRADE AFTER A COLD START. *YC
Bulletin 98876517 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 1998COMMENTS ON INOPERATIVE POWER DOOR LOCKS (FRONT AND/OR REAR DOORS).
Bulletin 971101631041 · Structure · Nov 1997EXCESSIVE VIBRATION OF ELECTROCHROMIC INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR. *TW
Bulletin 731608 · Visibility · Jun 1997Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the ELDORADO. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 3
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1993 Cadillac Eldorado. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Fuel System
NOTE: VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.9 LITRE ENGINES. AN INCORRECT ENRICHMENT CALIBRATION TO THE FUELING STRATEGY OF THESE VEHICLES WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS BEING USED MAY RESULT IN NON COMPLIANCE WITH C.M.V.S.S. 1103 - EXHAUST EMISSIONS. CORRECTION: A NEW SERVICE PROM WILL BE INSTALLED WHICH WILL RESULT IN THE REDUCTION OF AIR POLLUTANTS WITHOUT REDUCING DRIVEABILITY.
Transport Canada #1996141 · Sep 1996Engine
IF THE A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH ASSEMBLY CONTACTS THE AUXILIARY ENGINE OIL COOLER OUTLET HOSE, THE HOSE MAY WEAR THROUGH, ALLOWING ENGINE OIL TO LEAK INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD RESULT. CORRECTION: A TIE STRAP WILL BE INSTALLED TO RETAIN THE OUTLET HOSE TO THE INLET HOSE AND ASSURE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE FROM THE…
Transport Canada #1994140 · Sep 1994Fuel System
ON VEHICLES WITH THE 4.6 LITRE GAS ENGINE, THE FUEL FEED AND RETURN LINES TO THE ENGINE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM MAY NOT BE FULLY ASSEMBLED AND LOCKED. THE LINES MAY WORK LOOSE WITH TIME AND MILEAGE CAUSING A FUEL LEAK IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. IF AN IGNITION SOURCE IS PRESENT, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE MAY OCCUR. CORRECTION: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, ADJUST OR REP…
Transport Canada #1993082 · Jun 1993Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Cadillac Eldorado
The Cadillac Eldorado is a luxury car manufactured and marketed by the Cadillac Motor Car Division of General Motors from 1952 until 2002, over twelve generations.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
Safety recall campaigns 2
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
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.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A TIE STRAP TO RETAIN THE AUXILIARY ENGINE OIL COOLER OUTLET HOSE TO THE AUXILIARY ENGINE OIL COOLER INLET HOSE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE RADIATOR ASSURING ADEQUATE CLEARANCE OF THE AFFECTED HOSE FROM THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.
NHTSA Campaign #94V158000 · 31/08/1994FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE FUEL FEED AND RETURN LINES TO THE ENGINE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM WERE NOT FULLY ASSEMBLED AND LOCKED. THE LINES CAN WORK LOOSE, CAUSING A FUEL LEAK IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT VEHICLE AND, IF NECESSARY, ADJUST OR REPLACE THE FUEL FEED AND RETURN LINES TO THE ENGINE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM.
NHTSA Campaign #93V088000 · 17/05/1993Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.
These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 14 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on all 48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1993 Cadillac Eldorado, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.
💥 3 involved a crash 🔥 1 involved a fire 🚑 3 reported injuries
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 48
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1993 Cadillac Eldorado.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 CADILLAC ELDORADO. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS DIMMED AND THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR OFF, VERY LOW REFRIGERANT, AND SERVICE RIDE CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN RESET THE COMPUTER; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RE…
NHTSA ODI #10821062FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
A RODENT PRESUMABLY A SQUIRREL BIT 2 TINY HOLES IN THE PLASTIC HIGH PRESSURE (35 PSI) FUEL LINE. INITIALLY UNDETECTED, THE CAR WAS DRIVEN SEVERAL MILES SPRAYING GASOLINE THE WHOLE TIME. WHEN PARKED IT PRODUCED A LARGE PUDDLE OF GASOLINE UNDER THE CAR. LAST WEEK THE SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN ONLY MUCH LARGER HOLES. THE LARGE PUDDLE OF GASOLINE UNDER THE CAR …
NHTSA ODI #10464196ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. OIL WAS DRIPPING FROM THE PAN INTO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM.*AK
NHTSA ODI #10117122SUSPENSION
WHILE DRIVING, THE ENTIRE VEHICLE VIBRATED. *JB
NHTSA ODI #10032461FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AS STATED IN RECALL#93V088000, FUEL LINE, HOWEVER THE DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR, BECAUSE THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *JB WHEN ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A LOUD EXPLOSION AND A LARGE CLOUD OF WHITE SMOKE HAD COME FROM THE ENGINE. THE DEALER STATED THAT T…
NHTSA ODI #10018260ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 55 MPH. NEXT MORNING AT FIRST START THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION UNDER HOOD, THEN SMOKE. CONSUMER CONTACTED GMC CUSTOMER SERVICE, DESCRIBED WHAT HAPPENED, AND WAS TOLD FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR HAD EXPLODED. VEHICLE NOT TAKEN TO DEALER . *AK
NHTSA ODI #898587FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
VEHICLE STARTED EARLY MORNING IN GARAGE. LOUD BACKFIRE OR EXPLOSION ON STARTING ,THEN ENGINE RAN AT FULL THROTTLE.VEHICLE WAS UNOPERATIVE. TOWED TO DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE INTAKE MANIFOLD HAD THE SIDE BLOWN OUT AT AN ESTIMATED REPAIR COST OF $4000. *AK
NHTSA ODI #743686SEAT BELTS
PASSENGER'S SIDE RETRACTOR WILL NOT RETRACT SAFETY BELT, LEAVING OCCUPANT WITHOUT ANY RESTRAINT DURING A VEHICLE CRASH. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER A RECALL, AND WAS OUT OF ITS WARRANTY. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK
NHTSA ODI #884355+ 40 more complaints on record.
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