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1996 Cadillac Fleetwood recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood, covering 123,985 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studsReported December 10, 1996 · 21,582 vehicles affected
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 jointReported January 30, 1996 · 102,403 vehicles affected
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

Questions about the 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood have?

2, covering wheels and suspension.

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