1987 Cadillac Fleetwood

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1987 Cadillac Fleetwood
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:43:07.481Z

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 PER YEAR

1987: 7 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1981	1
1982	0
1983	1
1984	1
1985	6
1986	7
1987	7
1988	3
1989	15
1990	21
1991	14
1992	8
1993	32
1994	16
1995	18
1996	17
1998	4

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

STEERING

1 of 7 total reports mentions: steering.

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STEERING LOCKS UP AT ANY GIVEN TIME OR SPEED, BUT ESPECIALLY WHEN TURNING HARD LEFT AT A SLOW SPEED. 1987 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD WITH RACK AND PINION. IT'S BEEN DOING THIS FOR 4 YEARS BUT IS MUCH WORSE LATELY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031007

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

SEATS

1 of 7 total reports mentions: seats.

SEATS

1 of 7 total reports mentions: seats.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19871125 — power train

MANUAL VALVE LINK IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED.

Remedy: REPLACE THE MANUAL VALVE DETENT LEVER LINK.

Campaign 87V168000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19880422 — EA (closed 19891023)

SUDDEN ACCELERATION

I 19890310 — PE (closed 19890517)

ANTI LOCK BRAKES

R 19910222 — seat belts

SAFETY BELTS (TYPE 1 LAP BELTS) FOR REAR FACING SEATS WERE NOT INSTALLED.

Remedy: INSTALL SAFETY BELTS FOR REAR FACING SEATS.

Campaign 90V050000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19910604 — equipment

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIMOUSINES BUILT BY EMPIRE COACH. VEHICLE ALTERERS LABEL MAY BE MISSING OR INCOMPLETE.

Remedy: ADD COMPLIANCE LABEL.

Campaign 90V093000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1987 Cadillac Fleetwood — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 87V168000 (power train) has been completed.
Verify recall 90V050000 (seat belts) has been completed.
Verify recall 90V093000 (equipment) has been completed.
Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1987 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 1987 Cadillac Fleetwood?

The most-reported component is steering:rack and pinion, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1987 Cadillac Fleetwood have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.