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1993 Cadillac Fleetwood

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1993 Fleetwood.

Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood was configured with a 4-speed automatic and EPA ratings of 15/23/17 mpg, with routine service calling for 4.0 quarts of 10W-30 API engine oil. Within the 1990–1998 span, this model year generated the most owner complaints at 46—more than ten times the low of four logged for 1998—and drew three recalls, with seat belts ranking as the top-reported concern area. That volume of documented feedback places 1993 at the peak of this generation’s reliability scrutiny, making it the most heavily flagged year for researchers benchmarking complaint trends across the lineup.

Model year199619951994199319921991198919881987

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type10W-30 APIOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy15/23/17 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 12708762. Note the factory front wiper blades is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter12708762 alt 25325405
Engine air filter06484235
Fuel filter25121468
Spark plug19208523
Front wiper blades25689175 discontinued
Serpentine belt10186191 alt 88986828
Thermostat10207373 alt 12555290

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length224.4 in
Overall width76.8 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase121.7 in
Curb weight4233 lb
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined15 / 23 / 17 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume125 cu ft
Cargo volume21 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Fleetwood of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

9.7–10.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 9.70 sec — 1993 Brougham Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1993Brougham Sedan 5.7L V89.70 sec17.00 sec185 hpRWD
1993Brougham Sedan 5.7L V810.50 sec17.80 sec185 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.0 qt of 10W-30 API engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity4.3 qt
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil10W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4.0 qt
Power Steering FluidUSE GM PART NO. 1052884 OR EQUIVALENT

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

At 7,500 miEngine Oil Filter (replace) · Throttle Body (torque) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 7,500 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Parking Brake Cable (lubricate) · Shift Linkage (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 15,000 miEngine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · EGR System (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Breather Filter (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood marks a notable spike in federal complaints (46) compared to the preceding years—1992 saw just 8—while recalls (3) and TSBs (7) remain elevated but consistent with the generation’s broader trend. This year falls mid-cycle, where complaint volume surges despite no open investigations, suggesting a concentration of owner-reported issues rather than systemic defects triggering regulatory scrutiny. The top complaint areas—seat belts (9) and hydraulic brakes (8)—align with the generation’s recurring themes, though the absence of root-cause details limits diagnostic clarity. Compared to 1994’s still-high but declining complaints (27) and 1995’s stabilization, 1993 appears as a peak in reliability concerns, though fire complaints (1) and crash-related reports (5) remain low. The data implies this year may reflect unresolved build-quality or component-stress issues, making it a riskier choice than the quieter 1992 or later 1995 models. **Takeaway: Avoid the 1993 Fleetwood unless thorough pre-purchase inspection confirms no brake or seat-belt defects.**

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
7
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
46
Owner complaints
5 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 46 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Seat Belts9
Service Brakes, Hydraulic8
Structure3
Suspension3
Electrical System3
Power Train3
Unknown Or Other2
Engine & Engine Cooling2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

07E088000EquipmentReported 24/10/2007

CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS… Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.

94V199000Power Train:Axle AssemblyReported 13/10/1994

THE UPPER TRANSAXLE OIL COOLER HOSE CAN PULL OUT OF THE CRIMPED COUPLING AT THE TRANSAXLE END OF THE LINE ASSEMBLY. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW UPPER TRANSAXLE OIL COOLER LINE TO THE TRANSAXLE.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 7 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
1300890092013-09-01Engine And Engine CoolingExpanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
020730024A2005-08-01Power TrainDIAGNOSIS OF CRACKED OR BROKEN TRANSMISSION CASE. *TT 2006 AND PRIOR CARS AND LIGHT DUTY…
577106A1997-02-01Power TrainCOLD START RATTLE NOISE (DIAGNOSIS/SERVICE PROCEDURE). *TW
577106A1996-12-01Power TrainCOLD START RATTLE NOISE. *TW
5383061995-08-01Unknown Or OtherINSTRUMENT PANEL PAD GLARE (REPLACE PAD). *SD

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1993 Fleetwood take?

4.0 qt of 10W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 1993 Fleetwood have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Fleetwood get?

EPA figures are 15 city / 23 highway / 17 combined mpg.