Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the engine stalled without warning. Afterwards, the engine was easily restarted. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 94v199000, regarding the power train axle assembly. The vehicle VIN was not included in the recall. The dealer and manufacturer were alerted. Updated 10/17/2006 - smoke began pouring from the steering column. A new PCM was installed. The gas tank float was bad.
The worst 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical3
- Fuel system2
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Brakes1
Problems by type
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- Electrical3
- Fuel system2
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Suspension1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
Recalls 1
Power train: axle assembly
- What is wrong
- The upper transaxle oil cooler hose can pull out of the crimped coupling at the transaxle end of the line assembly.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new upper transaxle oil cooler line to the transaxle.
Recall number 94V199000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood
Defect investigations
Fuel line failure
There is no summary currently available
PE93007
Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood 5
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
1992 Cadillac Fleetwood fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9L 8‑cyl | FWD | 15 | 23 | 18 |
What 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tried to turn on air-conditioner and heater. The vehicle was taken to a diagnostic center and an electronic component auto center. They both had the same conclusion. The climate control valve has failed. The acdelco part# 16082986 has a failure.
For the past 5 years, the engine has died when there is less than 5 gal. Of gas in the tank and I'm driving downhill. The car dies at the bottom. I shift into park and the car starts right up. I've ask two dealerships about the problem. They don't know what is causing this to happen and don't want to start replacing parts until they are sure what is causing it. The result of this is that it hasn't been fixed and I just gave up. Have you had any reports of this happening and if so, what is the solution. I don't mind having it fixed but it is hard to pin down. It can create a problem when the engine dies and you lose power steering and brakes.
One of the struts was loose and broke, and when going over a bump there was a shock within the vehicle.
Consumer expriences smoke odors from the steering near the signal switch. When turning the signal switch there is smoke and an odor. The driver's side door panel has detatched by itself from covering the electrical wire.
When attempting to park car suddenly accelerated out of control, resulting in an accident. Brakes would not override and stop vehicle.
While vehicle was in the park position and running, it caught on fire under the hood. Vehicle was totaled. Cause of fire is unknown.
While vehicle was parked smoke was coming from the hood, lifted the hood up and flames were spreading from the hood.
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Questions about the 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood
Is the 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood reliable?
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood, fewer than a typical Fleetwood model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood?
Electrical system, with 3 complaints. Next is fuel system (2).
How many recalls does the 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood have?
1 recall, covering power train.
What gas mileage does the 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood get?
Official estimates for the 1992 Cadillac Fleetwood range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.9L 8-cyl, FWD) gets 15 city and 23 highway.
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