2000 Cadillac Eldorado
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 13 of 23 complaints (57%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 12 in 1999 to 23 in 2000.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | vs. 2000 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,450 | 4,300 | 4,100 | 4,300 | 3,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 18 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 19 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15 / 24 | 15 / 24 | 15 / 25 | 15 / 25 | 16 / 25 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 494 | 494 | 468 | 494 | 468 | |
| Complaints filed | 16 | 12 | 23 | 18 | 10 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2000 Cadillac Eldorado have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2000 Cadillac Eldorado?
Engine: 13 of 23 NHTSA complaints (57%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2000 Cadillac Eldorado get?
EPA rates it 19 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2000 Cadillac Eldorado?
EPA estimates $4,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 4.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 15 mpg | 25 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,100 | 468 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY · Campaign 99V301000 · Oct 29, 1999
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS ARE LOOSE AND CAN RESULT IN SEPARATION OF A TIE ROD.
Consequence: SEPARATION OF A TIE ROD CAN CAUSE UNEXPECTED STEERING INPUT INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHECK AND ADJUST THE VEHICLE TOE-IN AND TIGHTEN THE INNER TIE ROD NUTS TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE.