Model year guide

1989 Cadillac allante

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1989 Cadillac allante is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

1989 Cadillac allante — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1989 Cadillac allante at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints39
Combined16 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1989 Cadillac allante recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #06E043000 · 19/05/2006

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE C…

Fix: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1989 Cadillac allante common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Equipment
Test all accessories — sunroof, climate, seats, electronics — for proper operation.
Air
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1989 Cadillac allante MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,150
EPA size classTwo Seaters
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$13,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1989 Cadillac allante costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$25,750
Fuel only$25,750
Per mile$0.34

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.

1989 Cadillac allante trims & engines on record

Engines
4.5L 8-cyl

1989 Cadillac allante vehicles on record

1989 Cadillac allante — frequently asked questions

Does the 1989 Cadillac allante have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1989 Cadillac allante. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1989 Cadillac allante?

Across all 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 1989 Cadillac allante get?

The 1989 Cadillac allante has a U.S. EPA estimate of 16 mpg combined (14 city / 21 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.