Model year guide

1989 Cadillac Fleetwood

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1989 Cadillac Fleetwood — representative photo
Representative photo

1989 Cadillac Fleetwood at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints16
Combined18 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1989 Cadillac Fleetwood recalls 2

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #06E043000 · 19/05/2006

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE C…

Fix: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #90V093000 · 09/05/1990

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIMOUSINES BUILT BY EMPIRE COACH. VEHICLE ALTERERS LABEL MAY BE MISSING OR INCOMPLETE.

Fix: ADD COMPLIANCE LABEL.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1989 Cadillac Fleetwood common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

1989 Cadillac Fleetwood MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,700
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume114 cu ft
Cargo volume16 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,500
Fuel only$18,500
Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
202.8–205.5 in
Width
72.4 in
Height
55.1 in
Wheelbase
111.0–113.8 in
Curb weight
3,400–3,470 lb
Front track
59.8 in
Rear track
59.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood — ranges cover the 3 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

About the Cadillac Fleetwood

The Cadillac Fleetwood is a full-size luxury sedan that was marketed by Cadillac from the 1977 through 1996 model years. Taking its nameplate from a coachbuilder historically associated with the General Motors division, the Cadillac Fleetwood became a stand-alone model line in 1985.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vehicles on record

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Other Cadillac Fleetwood model years

1995 1994 1993 1990 1987 1986

1989 Cadillac Fleetwood — frequently asked questions

Does the 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood?

Across all 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control.

What gas mileage does the 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood get?

The 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 23 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.