Model year guide

2001 Cadillac Eldorado

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Cadillac Eldorado is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

2001 Cadillac Eldorado — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2001 Cadillac Eldorado at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints24
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$1,950

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

2001 Cadillac Eldorado recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2001 Cadillac Eldorado.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 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.

2001 Cadillac Eldorado common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 24 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.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2001 Cadillac Eldorado MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume100 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,750 more

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

What's a 2001 Cadillac Eldorado worth?

Low
$1,200
Typical price
$1,950
High
$3,300

From 6 comparable 2001 Cadillac Eldorado listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2001 Cadillac Eldorado costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$100
Total$22,850
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,950) with the same model 4 model-years older ($1,869), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
200.8 in
Width
75.6 in
Height
53.5 in
Wheelbase
107.9 in
Curb weight
3,880 lb
Front track
61.0 in
Rear track
61.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2001 Cadillac Eldorado. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 242

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 242.

This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester  and Vehicle Data Record…

Bulletin PIP4723J · Electrical System · Oct 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures…

Bulletin PIT5099H · Sep 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures…

Bulletin PIT5099H · Sep 2024

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole authorized provider of a…

Bulletin PIC5453D · Sep 2022

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment…

Bulletin PIP5358A · Equipment, Structure · May 2021

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an automatic transmissi…

Bulletin PIP5640A · Wheels · Apr 2021

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician wil…

Bulletin PIP5163E · Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 2021

This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the l…

Bulletin PIP5540G · Engine And Engine Cooling · Mar 2021

This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in driving and fuel use. …

Bulletin PIP5725A · Equipment · Mar 2021

This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D

Bulletin PIP5628C · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2020

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the ELDORADO. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

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.

2001 Cadillac Eldorado trims & engines on record

Trims
ESC · ETC
Engines
4.6L 8-cyl

2001 Cadillac Eldorado vehicles on record

Other Cadillac Eldorado model years

2001 Cadillac Eldorado — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Cadillac Eldorado have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2001 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 done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Cadillac Eldorado?

Across all 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control.

What gas mileage does the 2001 Cadillac Eldorado get?

The 2001 Cadillac Eldorado has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2001 Cadillac Eldorado worth?

Comparable 2001 Cadillac Eldorado listings run roughly $1,200–$3,300, typically around $1,950 (from 6 vehicles).

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