Model year guide

1998 Cadillac Eldorado

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.

1998 Cadillac Eldorado at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints56
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$1,970

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

1998 Cadillac Eldorado recalls 1

Vehicle Speed Control NHTSA Campaign #97V183000 · 27/10/1997

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, HEARSES AND LIMOUSINES. THE CANISTER PURGE EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS HARNESS ON THESE VEHICLES WAS MISROUTED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE FOR PROPER ROUTING OF THE HARNESS, CORRECT AS NECESSARY, AND INSTALL A PLASTIC TIE STRAP TO THE HARNESS.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. 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.

1998 Cadillac Eldorado common problems

Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
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.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

1998 Cadillac Eldorado MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,700

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

What's a 1998 Cadillac Eldorado worth?

Low
$650
Typical price
$1,970
High
$5,000

From 10 comparable 1998 Cadillac Eldorado listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1998 Cadillac Eldorado costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,500
Fuel only$18,500
Per mile$0.25

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.

1998 Cadillac Eldorado trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Touring
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl · 1.3L 4-cyl

1998 Cadillac Eldorado vehicles on record

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Other Cadillac Eldorado model years

2002 2001 2000 1999 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1988 1985 1984 1981

1998 Cadillac Eldorado — frequently asked questions

Does the 1998 Cadillac Eldorado have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 1998 Cadillac Eldorado?

Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are fuel system, gasoline, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 1998 Cadillac Eldorado get?

The 1998 Cadillac Eldorado has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 1998 Cadillac Eldorado worth?

Comparable 1998 Cadillac Eldorado listings run roughly $650–$5,000, typically around $1,970 (from 10 vehicles).

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