Does the 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood have any recalls?

The 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood?

39 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood?

There are 34 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood.

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1996 Cadillac Fleetwood service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

Base Sedan 4-Door
Brougham Sedan 4-Door

Engines covered

5.7L 350Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1996 Cadillac Fleetwood Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #96V01800030/01/1996Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

DEFECTIVE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT ATTACHMENT NUTS WERE NOT PROPERLY TORQUED AND CAN LOOSEN.

Consequence

THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT CAN LOOSEN, FATIGUE, AND SEPARATE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION KNUCKLE

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT ATTACHMENT NUTS FOR PROPER TORQUE. IF T

NHTSA #96V24500010/12/1996Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

THE WHEEL LUG NUTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION DURING ASSEMBLY.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A FRACTURE OF THE WHEEL STUDS CAUSING THE WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE

Remedy

DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE VEHICLE'S WHEEL LUG NUTS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION.

TSB #10208027

This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and

TSB #10171318

TSB #10170494

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.

TSB #10168979

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce

TSB #10166638

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

TSB #10165876

TSB #10157018

TSB #10154641

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

Showing the 8 most recent of 34 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

19990413Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported3 injured

AIR BAG WORKED AS INTENDED BUT CONSUMER CONCERNED ABOUT THE CONTENTS OF THE AIRBAG WHICH MADE IT HARD TO BREATH AFTER ACCIDENT.

19960711Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAGS DURING COLLISION/SEAT BELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN DRIVER AND PASSENGER PROPERLY.

19960711Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGECrash reported2 injured

NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAGS DURING COLLISION/SEAT BELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN DRIVER AND PASSENGER PROPERLY.

20180413Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

CAR HAD A FLAT TIRE ON THE HIGHWAY - LEFT REAR. HAD JACKED IT UP, AND CHANGED TIRE. WAS LETTING JACK DOWN WHEN IT COLLAPSED. SCISSORS TYPE JACK. ONE OF THE CAPTIVE NUTS THAT THE MAIN BOLT RUNS THROUGH

20100312Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ORDER TO STOP THE ACCELERATION, THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL

Showing the 5 most serious of 39 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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