MYRModel Year Report

1986 Cadillac Fleetwood

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1986 Cadillac Fleetwood
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:44:00.022Z

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
7

Too few to rank

Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1986

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1986: 7 complaints 1986 7 1987: 7 complaints 1988: 3 complaints 1989: 15 complaints 1990: 21 complaints 1990 1991: 14 complaints 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 33 complaints 1993 1994: 16 complaints 1995: 18 complaints 1996: 17 complaints 1996 1998: 4 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 7 1987: 7 complaints 1987 1988: 3 complaints 1989: 15 complaints 1989 1990: 21 complaints 1991: 14 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 33 complaints 1993 1994: 16 complaints 1995: 18 complaints 1995 1996: 17 complaints 1998: 4 complaints 1998
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 7 1987: 7 complaints 1987 1988: 3 complaints 1988 1989: 15 complaints 1989 1990: 21 complaints 1990 1991: 14 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 33 complaints 1993 1994: 16 complaints 1994 1995: 18 complaints 1995 1996: 17 complaints 1996 1998: 4 complaints 1998

1986: 7 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19811
19820
19831
19841
19856
19867
19877
19883
198915
199021
199114
19928
199333
199416
199518
199617
19984

Known problem areas

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

3 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and module.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Steering column has caught fire twice, blower has been disconnected. Possible cause defective computer.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-02-17

The vehicle caught on fire from underhood near the fire wall on the passenger side. Please describe.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-06

Fuel system, gasoline

2 of 7 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing carburetor system.

CRASHINJURY
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My vehicle accelerates by itself while driving, when I change it from drive to reverse and when I press on my brakes at a stop light feels like is still accelerating and wants to go faster. I had two accidents because of this reason.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-11-21

Also filed under Vehicle speed control and seat belts

Coolant light came on, noticed leakage. Dealerships diagnosis intake manifold gasket. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-23

Wheels

1 of 7 total reports mentions: wheels.

Visibility

1 of 7 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.

Vehicle speed control

1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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    1986-03-07Electrical system86V036000 A wiring harness located under the instrument panel may not have been properly secured in its retainer and could interfere with the accelerator lever.

    Remedy: Secure wiring in its retainer.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1986-05-15Exterior lighting86V056000 The push-pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out.

    Remedy: Replace headlight switch as necessary.

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    1987-07-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-01-28 Hydroboost failure
  4. I
    1988-01-28Engineering analysisClosed 1990-10-31 Hydro boost
  5. I
    1988-04-22Engineering analysisClosed 1989-10-23 Sudden acceleration
  6. I
    1989-03-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-05-17 Anti lock brakes
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    1991-02-22Seat belts90V050000 Safety belts (Type 1 lap belts) for rear facing seats were not installed.

    Remedy: Install safety belts for rear facing seats.

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    1991-06-04Equipment90V093000 Vehicle description: limousines built by empire coach. Vehicle alterers label may be missing or incomplete.

    Remedy: Add compliance label.

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    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…

    Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1986 Cadillac Fleetwood — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 86V036000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 86V056000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 90V050000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 90V093000 · Equipment
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.