The consumer stated that he received a recall back in 1999, it dealt with having the ball joints and knuckles replaced. He stated that at that time, his dealer told him that there was nothing wrong with his vehicle and that everything was ok. Now 20,000 miles later, he finds that the nut has chewed the cotter key off and in half. He stated when he took the vehicle to the dealer and showed it to them, they said they did not have to repair it. The consumer stated that he could have been killed, because he is traveling up and down the highway, and his wheel was about to come off. He stated that the dealers name is van trow olds and cadillac dealer, it is located at 2015 louisville avenue monroe, la 318 387 2021. He states all he wants is his vehicle repaired, where they did not repair it before. *nm the consumer had the faulty nut in the ball joints repaired by a different dealer prior to meeting with the van-trow dealership. *la
The worst 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Suspension3
- Brakes2
- Electrical2
- Transmission2
- Wheels2
Problems by type
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- Suspension3
- Brakes2
- Electrical2
- Transmission2
- Wheels2
- Acceleration1
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Lights1
- Seat belts1
- Seats1
- Steering1
- Visibility1
Recalls 5
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
- What is wrong
- The wheel lug nuts were not tightened to the proper specification during assembly.
- Risk
- This condition could result in a fracture of the wheel studs causing the wheel to separate from the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will tighten the vehicle's wheel lug nuts to the proper specification.
Recall number 96V245000 · Recall details
Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- What is wrong
- Defective lower control arm ball joint attachment nuts were not properly torqued and can loosen.
- Risk
- The lower control arm ball joint can loosen, fatigue, and separate from the front suspension knuckle resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect both front lower control arm ball joint attachment nuts for proper torque. If the ball joint has loosened, both the ball joint and the knuckle will be replaced.
Recall number 96V018000 · Recall details
Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- What is wrong
- Defective lower control arm ball joint attachment nuts were not properly torqued and can loosen.
- Risk
- If the lower control arm ball joint loosens, fatigues and separates from the front suspension knuckle, it could cause loss of vehicle control.
- 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.
Recall number 96V019000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- These vehicles were produced with an improperly adjusted transmission shift control linkage. This does not meet with the requirements of fmvss no. 114, "theft protection."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: it may be possible to shift from the "park" position with the ignition key removed increasing the risk of a vehicle accident resulting from the unintended movement of a parked vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will adjust the shift control linkage system.
Recall number 95V221000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control: springs
- What is wrong
- These vehicles fail to conform to fmvss no. 124, "accelerator control systems." at low temperatures, excessive friction can occur in the accelerator pedal assembly.
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: in the event of a failure of the trottle return spring, if there is excessive friction in the pedal assembly, the engine speed may not return to idle increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal assembly.
Recall number 95V082000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Rear wheel separation
Gm notified odi that they are conducting a recall to retorque the wheel lug nuts on vehicles built between august and september of 1995.it is anticipated that most vehicles will require the wheel lug nuts to be retorqued to 135 n.m(100 lb. Ft.).customers who have had all four of their tires and wheels rotated should have properly torqued lug nuts.however, gm is offering customers who have had their tires and wheels rotated the option of returning to their dealer for this repair or completing and returning an owner reply card included with their recall notice.this engineering analysis is closed.
EA96007
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 26
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Fuel system, gasoline
- Equipment: electrical: anti-theft devices
- This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy...
- Equipment
- This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy...
- Equipment: electrical: anti-theft devices
- Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- Missing camshaft intermediate drive shaft plug - service vme
- Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case
- Some vehicles experience engine miss/ poor driveability symptoms
1995 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7L 8‑cyl | RWD | 15 | 23 | 18 |
What 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
During the day the instrument panel is very hard to see. Light starts out being bright and slowly goes dim. Instrument panel at night doesn't affect the driver. Cadillac was contacted. *ak consumer also states that sometimes she's not able to see how fast the vehicle is being driven.
While backing out of dealership consumer lost all control of vehicle. Consumer had to step on brakes to stop vehicle. Contacted dealer.
Vehicle was not moving when driver's side of vehicle dropped. Lower ball joint had broken. Repaired at dealership.*ak consumer stated that the tapered part of the the ball joint was never pulled tight in the taper in the spindle, the taper in the spindle is egg shaped and hollow from moving around.
While driving at 68 MPH on route 35e 40 miles south of dallas, texas, the right front wheel came off the car. All five of the lug studs sheared of at the face of the rotor assembly. The tire wedged against the lowest rear part of the fender well which resulted in a clean cut through the tire sidewall. I was travelling in the right hand lane and was able to bring the car to a safe stop on the right shoulder of the road. The tire traveled about 350 yards across the right hand drainage area and stopped in a cultivated field about 100 yards from where I stopped the car. The tire had been put on the car about three weeks prior to this incident and had been torqued to the manufacturers specifications of 100 ft/lbs. The rotor required replacement along with the shield that is installed behind the rotor. The right front quarter panel (fender) will require extensive work or replacement. Cadillac has said that the lug nuts were overtorqued at some point. It is my opinion that the studs failed because of the material that was used in manufacture. I feel that failures of this type are serious because of potential turnovers and damage that may result to other vehicles by the loose wheel.
While driving 15 months ago left front wheel fell off. Also, while driving on june 18,2001, front left wheel feel off vehicle with no prior warning. When stopping vehicle it fell on the ground. Contact dealer. Dealer stated it just happened. *ak consumer also mentions recalls 96v019 and 96v018, possibly relating to problem along with the recall 96v245 regarding lugs, nuts, and bolts.
While vehicle was parked in driveway vehicle caught fire for unknown reasons and was considered to be a total loss. Please provide any additional information/attachments. * note: consumer stated that this event occurred after first time he used traction button in vehicle.
While travelling on a slight incline at 40 MPH, the brakes failed completely. The car had to be turned into a gas station and had the engine cutoff to halt the vehicle as it hit a curb 40 yards from the street. The dealership was called, but offered no assistance. The mc was replaced by another mechanic.
Driver's seat belt not locking properly. Dealer notified, and replaced seat belt on two occasions, and problem still occurring. Please provide further detials.
During vehicle collision violent deployment of air bags which split from force caused injury to consumers (arms). Mjs
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Questions about the 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood
Is the 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood reliable?
Owners have filed 18 complaints about the 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood, close to a typical Fleetwood model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood?
Suspension, with 3 complaints. Next is brakes (2).
How many recalls does the 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood have?
5 recalls, covering wheels, suspension and power train.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood suspension?
Yes, 2 recalls: 96V018000, 96V019000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood get?
Official estimates for the 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (5.7L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 15 city and 23 highway.
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