1994 Cadillac Fleetwood
Only 16 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 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 16
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1994
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1994: 16 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 33 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1998 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
7 of 16 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
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1994 Cadillac Fleetwood caught fire. Consumer states that the vehicle began to smoke the driver pulled over and the vehicle was then engulfed in flames. *kb Ohio traffic crash report # 10-90-0874.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-01-23
Car was parked and caught on fire. Please describe.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-18
Vehicle speed control
4 of 16 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing springs and cruise control.
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The consumer pulled into a parking lot and without warning, the vehicle suddenly accelerated, which resulted in a collision with parked vehicles. Related recall 95V082000.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-15
Structure
3 of 16 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door and body.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 16 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.
Air bags
2 of 16 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
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Dt*: the contact stated, while driving at 35 MPH., the vehicle had a head on collision with the left front fender of another vehicle that ran a stop sign. The frontal air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries and a police report was filed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-07-24
Drivers airbag did not deploy upon front end impact; another vehicle ran stop sign, vehicle #1 swerve to avoid being broadsided; hit tree; speed 30 MPH.…
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-07-25
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1994-04-12Engine and engine cooling94V049000 The engine oil cooler inlet hose may have been installed too close to the steering gear causing chafing. The chafing can eventually wear through the hose's protective sleeve resulting in engine oil…
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1994-04-19Wheels94V076000 Paint on the wheel mounting surfaces can act as a shim between the wheel and the rotor/drum. As the vehicle is driven, the wheel imbeds into the paint, loosening the lug nut and causing a loss of…
Remedy: Dealers will clean the wheel mounting surfaces for all four wheels. Also, the wheel studs will be inspected for damage and will be replaced as necessary.
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1994-11-03Fuel system, gasoline94V210000 The fuel tank attachment strap fasteners were not properly tightened. The fasteners can completely detach, eventually allowing the fuel tank to sag and the bottom of the tank to strike the roadway.
Remedy: Dealers will retighten the fuel tank strap fasteners.
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1995-05-31Vehicle speed control95V082000 These vehicles fail to conform to FMVSS No. 124, "Accelerator control systems." At low temperatures, excessive friction can occur in the accelerator pedal assembly.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly.
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1996-02-23Suspension96V019000 Defective lower control arm ball joint attachment nuts were not properly torqued and can loosen.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect both front lower control arm ball joint attachment nuts for proper torque. If the ball joint has loosened from the knuckle, both the ball joint and the knuckle will be replaced.
Buy-smart checklist
1994 Cadillac Fleetwood — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 94V049000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 94V076000 · Wheels
- Recall 94V210000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 95V082000 · Vehicle speed control
- Recall 96V019000 · Suspension
FAQ
- Is the 1994 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 1994 Cadillac Fleetwood?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1994 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.