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1990 Cadillac Fleetwood problems

The most common problem on the 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood is brakes. It has 1.2 times the complaints of a typical Fleetwood model year.

Typical year1.2x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
21
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
1
Worst area
Brakes
Fuel economy
17mpg

The worst 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    12
  • Fuel system
    3
  • Electrical
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Body
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood

ABS 8

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Defect investigations

Throttle linkage interferOpened January 7, 1991, closed April 16, 1991

There is no summary currently available

PE91029

Technical service bulletins for the 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood 1

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

1990 Cadillac Fleetwood fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
4.5L 8‑cylFWD152317

What 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 27, 2003 · Fuel system · NC

1990 fleetwood had an error in the fuel system.*mr the fuel tube mounted from the body to fuel pressure regulator, at the fuel pressure regulator there was suppose to be security connection between the fuel tube and the pressure regulator, the connection did not tightened properly, it connected, but did not secure the tube to the regulator. * ph

Filed Apr 9, 2001 · Brakes · FL

While driving 35 MPH consumer applied brakes and brakes failed, ABS light had come on. Dealer replaced 1 module, accumulator and pump.*ak

Filed Feb 16, 2000 · Engine, Fuel system · IL

The vehicle stalls when exiting from the highway consumer has had the fuel pressure checked and fuel rail changed but problem still exist. Nlm

Filed Jun 1, 1999 · Brakes · NY · crash

When brakes were applied under normal braking, pedal became hard, resulting in extended stopping distance which caused a minor collision. Brake light was on prior to the incident. The dealer has been notified.

Filed Oct 9, 1998 · Brakes · AL

Abs brakes failed.

Filed Oct 8, 1998 · Brakes · AL

While starting the vehicle the ABS brake lights would not go out, the vehicle did not have braking power. This problem has continued. Please provid further details.

Filed Apr 30, 1998 · Brakes · MI

Going 60mph, when started to slow down. Applied brakes & nothing happened. Had no brakes. Was exiting when brakes failed. Had taken vehicle to dealer & the mechanic had to replace the ABS brake pump & motor.

Filed Feb 5, 1998 · Acceleration · CA

While driving vehicle suddenly accelerated up tp 90 MPH. The dealer has been notified.

Filed Dec 4, 1997 · Tires · PA

Michelin front tires started to tear.

Filed Nov 13, 1997 · Brakes · TN

When driving at different speeds goes to apply brakes, feels as though brakes will not stop in case of an emergency braking situation. This is a intermittent problem which can result in an accident. *ak

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Questions about the 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood

Is the 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood reliable?

Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood, 1.2 times a typical Fleetwood model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood?

Brakes, with 12 complaints. Next is fuel system (3).

How many recalls does the 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood have?

No recalls on record.

What gas mileage does the 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood get?

Official estimates for the 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood range from 17 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.5L 8-cyl, FWD) gets 15 city and 23 highway.

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