Cadillac Fleetwood 1991
Model Fleetwood made in 1991 by Cadillac got 21 consumer complains, 2 investigations there are 3 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding power train. The car had one investigation (vehicle speed control). There were some recalls concerningequipment, power train and service brakes, hydraulic. The car has one 4.9l engine.
Model 1991
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 4.9L) | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | FWD | 16/26/20 | 18/33/23 | Premium | $ 1088 | 6 | 900831 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT | ||||||||||||||||
| 07E088000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 121680 | 11/08/2007 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/24/2007 | 10/30/2007 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 94V199000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | V (Vehicle) | 403273 | 11/28/1994 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/13/1994 | 10/28/1994 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | The upper transaxle oil cooler hose can pull out of the crimped coupling at the transaxle end of the line assembly. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the event of separation of the coupling, an oil leak can occur which, when exposed to an ignition source, could result in an engine compartment fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a new upper transaxle oil cooler line to the transaxle. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: powertrain; axle assembly.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonabletime or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact the cadillac at 1-800-458-8006. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS | ||||||||||||||||
| 91V098000 | KRYSTAL KOACH COMPANY | to 12/01/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 13 | 05/01/1991 | OVSC | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 06/14/1991 | 06/28/1991 | 571 | 105 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Rear wheel brake cylinders too small to allow for proper braking. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Stopping distance requirements of fmvss 105 are not metwith the power assist unit inoperative. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace original 1 rear wheel brake cylinder with a 1 1/16 cylinder. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: hydraulic brake; fmvss 105.vehicle description: limousine conversions. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 577106A | 12/01/1996 | 57-71-06 | 50571 | Cold start rattle noise. *tw | 05/27/1997 |
| 577106 | 02/01/1995 | 39308 | Cold start rattle noise. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT | |||||
| 020730024A | 08/01/2005 | 020730024B | 634999 | Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. *tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. *tt | 10/11/2002 |
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | |||||
| 577106A | 02/01/1997 | 57-71-06 | 51497 | Cold start rattle noise (diagnosis/service procedure). *tw | 06/27/1997 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| PE93007 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/10/1993 | 05/03/1993 | FUEL LINE FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA93011 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/03/1993 | 05/31/1994 | FUEL LINE FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||
| 03/26/1994 | 1 | ||
| In accident 12:00 position at unknown speed drivers airbag did not deploy and both front seat belts did not hold. tt | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||
| 01/01/1991 | 12 | 09/02/1994 | |
| While driving at any speed vehicle will stall only when turning air conditioning on. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 04/01/1996 | 1 | ||
| Ride/handling control module failed. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 04/20/1993 | |||
| The vehicle has burned completely up due to an engine fire. this happened before the recall came out. please describe. tt | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||
| 08/21/1999 | |||
| While driving down the highway at approximately 55mph engine check light came on and stayed on. took vehicle to dealer and he was not able to find the cause. dealer said it may be transmission problems. had to get a catalytic converter at 50,000, and a master cylinder and new moter at 46,000. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 07/11/1995 | 4 | ||
| Baffle comes a loose in the gas tank and stops the flow of fuel to the engine. tt | |||
| OTHER | |||
| 08/21/1999 | |||
| While driving down the highway at approximately 55mph engine check light came on and stayed on. took vehicle to dealer and he was not able to find the cause. dealer said it may be transmission problems. had to get a catalytic converter at 50,000, and a master cylinder and new moter at 46,000. *ak | |||
| PARKING BRAKE - CONVENTIONAL - MECHANICAL - LINKAGE AND CABLE | |||
| 08/14/1998 | |||
| Steering column cable/the throttle cable and emergency brake cable, when car was built, cables were too close to the manifold, causing all three cables to melt. dealer comments, while repairs of rerouting cables are done. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 08/21/1999 | |||
| While driving down the highway at approximately 55mph engine check light came on and stayed on. took vehicle to dealer and he was not able to find the cause. dealer said it may be transmission problems. had to get a catalytic converter at 50,000, and a master cylinder and new moter at 46,000. *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||
| 03/26/1994 | 1 | ||
| In accident 12:00 position at unknown speed drivers airbag did not deploy and both front seat belts did not hold. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 01/03/1995 | |||
| Right front wheel locked up vehicle went into a spin. no response from anti lock brakes. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 05/01/1995 | 1 | 03/01/1991 | |
| Brakes failed, causing accident. | |||
| 08/15/1995 | |||
| After driving 30 miles in stop and go traffic, brakes failed when stopping. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 08/21/1999 | |||
| While driving down the highway at approximately 55mph engine check light came on and stayed on. took vehicle to dealer and he was not able to find the cause. dealer said it may be transmission problems. had to get a catalytic converter at 50,000, and a master cylinder and new moter at 46,000. *ak | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 08/14/1998 | |||
| Steering column cable/the throttle cable and emergency brake cable, when car was built, cables were too close to the manifold, causing all three cables to melt. dealer comments, while repairs of rerouting cables are done. *ak | |||
| 01/04/1998 | |||
| Steering column: driving approximately 70-75mph and noticed smoke coming from the top seam of the steering column in the air bag area. pulled over, shut off vehicle and smoke ceased. started up car and got up to 70mph, and it started smoking again in the same area. the smoke was coming from the steering column, but it seems to be in the air bag area. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - MACPHERSON STRUT | |||
| 04/01/1996 | 1 | ||
| Right front strut failed. *dh | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 08/17/1999 | 1 | 10/05/1990 | |
| Vogue p205/70r15955 tire separated. mjs | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 11/04/1999 | |||
| When the cruise control is set at 55 mph, speed starts increasing and would not disengage, even though driver stepped on the brakes and turned the off the switch. driver was able to turn off the ignition to stop the vehicle, avoiding a crash. a mechanic unhooked the cruise control system. the dealer was called about the problem. please provide any further information. *ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | |||
| 08/14/1998 | |||
| Steering column cable/the throttle cable and emergency brake cable, when car was built, cables were too close to the manifold, causing all three cables to melt. dealer comments, while repairs of rerouting cables are done. *ak | |||
| WHEELS | |||
| 01/03/1995 | |||
| Right front wheel locked up vehicle went into a spin. no response from anti lock brakes. tt | |||