1990 Cadillac Brougham problems
The Cadillac Brougham is a line of full-size luxury cars manufactured by the Cadillac Motor Car Division of General Motors from the 1987 through 1992 model years and was marketed from 1977 to 1986 as the Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham. The optional "d'Elegance" trim package that was introduced during the Fleetwood era remained available. The model received a facelift in 1990 and was replaced by the 1993 rear wheel drive D-body Cadillac Fleetwood.
History
Originally used for a single horse drawn enclosed carriage for 2-4 people, the “Brougham” owes its name to British statesman, Henry Brougham. Cadillac first used the name in 1916 to designate an enclosed 5-7 passenger sedan body style. In the thirties, the name was given to a formal body style with an open chauffeur compartment and enclosed rear quarters, metal roof and often "razor-edged" styling. When Cadillac started offering Fleetwood bodies on some of its cars in 1925, the Brougham body style was Fleetwood bodied every year with the exception of 1926. After 1937, the Brougham name was not applied to any Cadillac for the remainder of the pre-World War II period.
The Brougham name would eventually reappear on the 1955 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham show car which preceded the 4-door Eldorado Brougham hardtops of the 1957 to 1960 model years. The 1957 Cadillac Series 70 Eldorado Brougham joined the Sixty Special and the Series 75 as the only Cadillac models with Fleetwood bodies although Fleetwood script or crests did not appear anywhere on the exterior of the car, and so this would also mark the first time in 20 years that a Fleetwood bodied car was paired with the Brougham name.
After a five-year absence, the Brougham name reappeared as an option package on the 1965 Cadillac Sixty Special. The following year the Brougham moved up to becoming a subseries of the Fleetwood Sixty Special. This continued through 1970. Starting in 1971 the Sixty Special was only available as the well equipped Fleetwood Sixty Special Brougham. When the Sixty Special Series was retired in 1977, the Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham took its place as Cadillac's largest owner-driven sedan model through 1986.
The single name "Brougham" began to be used as specific Cadillac model in 1987, when the term "Fleetwood" was dropped from the former Fleetwood Brougham. It was otherwise the same as the 1986 model. The reason for the change was that Cadillac had introduced a new front-wheel drive model in 1985 and named it simply the Fleetwood. Compounding the confusion, the optional "d'Elegance" package (introduced in the upscale Fleetwood trim line in the 1970s, offering even more luxurious appointments, including button-tufted seating and rear-seat reading lamps), was available on and appended to the names of both models, resulting in a traditional body-on-frame/rear-wheel drive "Fleetwood Brougham d' Elegance" and a unibody/transverse engined "Fleetwood d' Elegance". The solution was dropping the term "Fleetwood" from the rear-wheel drive model, leaving just the "Brougham". Since it was body-on-frame, it was popular among coachbuilders who manufactured stretched limousines, along with the similar but somewhat smaller Lincoln Town Car, as well as traditional Cadillac buyers who preferred the familiar combination of exterior size, heft, and rear-wheel drive. This was the last Cadillac to be produced without airbags.
Social links
Common 1990 Cadillac Brougham problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Cadillac Brougham 1990, common problems with this car model include issues with brakes, equipment, other components, wheels, seats, and transmission. Here is a detailed breakdown of each problem:
- Brakes: One of the most common complaints involves brake-related issues. Owners have reported various brake problems, which can affect the safety and performance of the vehicle. It is crucial to address brake issues promptly to ensure safe driving conditions.
- Equipment: Complaints related to equipment cover a range of issues that can impact the functionality and comfort of the Cadillac Brougham. These problems may involve components like the air conditioning system, electrical features, or other accessories in the vehicle.
- Other Components: The category of "Other" components encompasses a variety of miscellaneous issues that owners have experienced with the Cadillac Brougham. These could include problems with the car's electronics, interior features, or other non-specific parts.
- Wheels: Wheel-related complaints may involve issues with the tires, rims, alignment, or suspension components. Proper maintenance of the wheels is essential for safe handling and optimal performance of the vehicle.
- Seats: Problems with the seats can affect the comfort and ergonomics of the Cadillac Brougham. Issues like seat adjustments, upholstery wear, or structural integrity can impact the overall driving experience for owners.
- Transmission: Transmission issues are critical as they can lead to drivability problems and affect the vehicle's performance. Owners have reported various transmission-related complaints that require attention to ensure smooth gear shifting and overall functionality.
Addressing these common problems promptly and effectively is essential to maintain the Cadillac Brougham's performance, safety, and longevity. Regular maintenance, timely repairs, and thorough inspections can help mitigate these issues and ensure a reliable driving experience for owners of the Cadillac Brougham 1990.
1990 Cadillac Brougham car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Cadillac Brougham problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seat belts problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Seats problems
- Tires problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1990 Cadillac Brougham vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1990 Cadillac Brougham complaints
The NHTSA has received 12 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1990 Cadillac Brougham.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G6DW54YXLR
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: INNER RIM WHICH IS BOLTED ONTO THE VEHICLE HAS SEPARATED FROM THE OUTER RIM WHICH IS MOUNTED TO THE TIRE. DEALER CANNOT IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G6DW54Y7LR
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TURN SIGNALS EXPERIENCE INTERMITTENT FAILURE.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G6DW5470LR
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION DEFECTIVE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G6DW54Y8LR
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WAS BURNING OIL EVERY 200 MILES, TOOK INTO DEALER WHO SAID ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK
PARKING BRAKE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: PARKING BRAKE
- Summary: EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE DOES HAVE MALFUNCTION, CANNOT HOLD VEHICLE IN PLACE. TT
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1990-11-05
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G6DW5474LR
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DURING BRAKE APPLICATION NOTED HESITATION BEFORE COMPUTER ENGAGES CAUSING VEHICLE TO FLOAT. TT UPON IMPACT THE SHOULDER STRAPS SNAPPED CAUSING CONUSMER TO SUFFER INJURIES.*JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-06-27
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G6DW5473LR
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: ABS: BRAKES LOCKED UP, CAUSED AN ACCIDENT, HIT GUARDRAIL DURING RAINY WEATHER. TT *JB
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-09-18
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G6DW5471LR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FIRE, POWER SEAT SWITCH CAUGHT FIRE ON TWO OCCASSIONS. TT *SLC
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-08-04
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G6DW5476LR
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELTS DID NOT WORK WHEN CUSTOMER WAS IN ACCIDENT. TT
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-03-16
- VIN: 1G6DW547XLR
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THE FRONT SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT NOT HIGH ENOUGH. TT
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-03-16
- VIN: 1G6DW547XLR
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: BOTH SHOLDRER/LAP BELTS ARE FASTENED TO SAME TONGUE; ONE CAN GET INTO/OUT OF VEHICLE WHEN DOOR IS OPEN/OPENED, IN AN ACCIDENT, ONE COULD BE EJECTEDFROM CAR. *A
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-10-03
- VIN: 1G6DW547ZLR
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: POWER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLIES FAILED, CAUSING DOORS TO STICK IN LOCKED POSITION/UNABLE TO EXIT VEHICLE. *SKD
1990 Cadillac Brougham recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 9 recalls for different components of the 1990 Cadillac Brougham.
- Manufacturer: ALLEN COACHWORKS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
- Consequence: STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105 ARE NOT METWITH POWER BRAKING ASSIST UNIT INOPERATIVE.
- Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.
- Manufacturer: DABRYAN COACH BUILDERS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
- Consequence: STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105 ARE NOT METWITH POWER BRAKING ASSIST UNIT INOPERATIVE.
- Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL COACH, LLC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
- Summary: REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS ARE TOO SMALL TO ALLOW FOR PROPER BRAKING.
- Consequence: STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105 ARE NOT METWITH POWER BRAKING ASSIST UNIT INOPERATIVE.
- Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.
- Manufacturer: ULTRA LIMOUSINES
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
- Summary: REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS ARE TOO SMALL TO ALLOW FOR PROPER BRAKING.
- Consequence: STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105 ARE NOT METWITH POWER BRAKING ASSIST UNIT INOPERATIVE.
- Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.
- Manufacturer: ROYALE LIMOUSINE MFRS.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
- Summary: REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS ARE TOO SMALL TO ALLOW FOR PROPER BRAKING.
- Consequence: STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105 ARE NOT METWITH POWER ASSIST BRAKING UNITS INOPERATIVE.
- Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.
- Manufacturer: EXECUTIVE COACH BUILDERS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
- Summary: REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS TOO SMALL TO ALLOW FOR PROPER BRAKING.
- Consequence: STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 571 ARE NOT METWITH POWER ASSIST BRAKING UNIT INOPERATIVE.
- Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.
- Manufacturer: MOLONEY COACH BUILDERS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
- Summary: LIMOUSINE FAILED TO MEET STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105.
- Consequence: INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT;VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 105.
- Remedy: REPLACE ORIGINAL REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A LARGER CYLINDER.
- Manufacturer: LIMOUSINE WERKS, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATINGS AND TIRE INFORMATION MAY BE INCORRECT ON LABELS.
- Consequence: VEHICLES WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH 49 CFR PART 567.
- Remedy: INSTALL REVISED CERTIFICATION LABELS.
- Manufacturer: LIMOUSINE WERKS, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: TIRE PLACARD MAY CONTAIN INCORRECT GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATINGS AND TIRE INFORMATION.
- Consequence: LIMOUSINES WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 110 AND CONSUMERMIGHT UNKNOWINGLY OVERLOAD THE VEHICLE BECAUSE OF PLACARD MISINFORMATION.
- Remedy: INSTALL REVISED TIRE PLACARDS.
Other years of Cadillac Brougham
Are you having problems with your 1990 Cadillac Brougham?
Leave your review of 1990 Cadillac Brougham