1998 Cadillac Fleetwood
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1998: 4 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 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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First incident was on 9/1/99 pulling 5TH wheel trailer at 55 MPH. Tire blew the tread. Second incident was on 6/18/00 in Iowa, pulling 5TH wheel trailer at 60MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-27
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing underbody shields.
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While driving the frame which contains the rack & pinion assembly broke. The metal of the frame failed and cause the rack & pinion unit to become loose causing a loss of steering. If this has happened at a higher speed it would have been fatal.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-11-08
Service brakes
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Applied brake brakes did not grab car started to slide was told moudoule went out Cadillac said they had recall can;t get part.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-21
Power train
1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing axle assembly.
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While driving consumer heard a rubbing noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Contacted the dealer, and dealer noted that the parts which hold the axle in place have gone bad, need replacing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-04-10
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 Cadillac Fleetwood — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 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 1998 Cadillac Fleetwood?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Cadillac Fleetwood have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.