1991 Cadillac Fleetwood Problems
- Complaints
- 14filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 4.9L 8-cyl FWD · 15 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1991 Cadillac Fleetwood (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 1991 Cadillac Fleetwood. The part named most often is brakes, with 6 complaints (43% of the total), followed by electrical system (2) and engine cooling (2). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 10 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the wheel cylinders filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes6 43%
- Electrical system2 14%
- Engine cooling2 14%
- Steering2 14%
- Air bags1 7.1%
- Fuel system1 7.1%
- Other or unknown1 7.1%
- Seat belts1 7.1%
- Suspension1 7.1%
Also reported: Tires (1), Transmission and drivetrain (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #845796, filed 1999-08Steering: “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.”
NHTSA complaint #820294, filed 1998-01Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1991 Cadillac Fleetwood version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood/DeVille FWD | 4.9L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 24 | 18 | $4,550 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 94V199000Oct 13, 1994Power train › Axle assemblyCovers: Cadillac Fleetwood 1991–1993, Deville 1991–1993, Sixty Special 1991–1993
The upper transaxle oil cooler hose can pull out of the crimped coupling at the transaxle end of the line assembly.
- 91V098000Jun 14, 1991Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Wheel cylindersCovers: Cadillac Fleetwood 1991
Rear wheel brake cylinders too small to allow for proper braking.
Recall details for the 1991 Cadillac Fleetwood → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Other model years of the Cadillac Fleetwood
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 17 | 109,000 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1995 | 18 | 34,000 | 5 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1994 | 16 | 136,970 | 5 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1993 | 32 | 109,000 | 2 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 8 | 76,000 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 14 | — | 2 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 21 | — | 0 | — | 17 | — | Stable |
| 1989 | 15 | — | 1 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1987 | 7 | 91,000 | 3 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 7 | 90,000 | 4 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 1985 | 6 | — | 2 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
All Cadillac Fleetwood model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1991 Cadillac Fleetwood have?
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 1991 Cadillac Fleetwood as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1991 Cadillac Fleetwood is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 6 complaints (43% of the total), followed by electrical system with 2.
Has the 1991 Cadillac Fleetwood been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1991 Cadillac Fleetwood get?
The EPA rates the 1991 Cadillac Fleetwood (Fleetwood/DeVille, 4.9L 8-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 15 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.