1990-1993 Cadillac Allante: Reliability

Updated: 11/23/08

1993 Cadillac Allante
1993 Cadillac Allante
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1990-1993 Cadillac Allante

  • Price Range:  $4,300 - $9,000
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Our reliability study for this generation Cadillac Allante includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Cadillac Allante .

Trouble Spots

Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer, however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.

Cold-starting problems: Hard starting when cold due to fuel injection system pressure bleed-down. (1993)

Convertible top: Numerous problems with convertible tops including: will not latch properly due to problems with strikers (1990-93), rear interior lamp falls out (1990-91), boot-well seal falls out (1990-91), stowage cover rattles (1990-93), roof bows rattle (1990-93), rear bow is hard to latch due to problems with the quarter glass (1990-92), and fabric wears due to rubbing while stowed (1990-92).

Oil leak: Oil leaks at the filter adapter on 4.6L Northstar engine. (1993)

Vehicle noise: Gas tank makes sloshing sound because of the lack of baffles. (1993)

Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs

This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership to be slightly higher.
Item Name Repair Cost
A/C Compressor $650
Alternator $410
Automatic Transmission or Transaxle $1,200
Brakes $400
Constant Velocity Joints $850
Exhaust System $650
Radiator $750
Shocks and/or Struts $1,300
Timing Chain or Belt $650
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