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1995 Cadillac Fleetwood

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1995 Fleetwood.

Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a four‑speed automatic transmission and requires 4.0 quarts of 10W‑30 API oil, delivering EPA‑rated fuel economy of 15/23/18 mpg. With four recorded recalls and a total of 18 owner complaints—primarily in the suspension area—it reflects a modest level of issues for the nameplate. Compared with the model’s complaint history from 1990‑1998, the 1995 year falls between the peak of 46 complaints in 1993 and the low of just 4 complaints in 1998, placing it in the middle of the reliability spectrum. This positions the 1995 Fleetwood as neither the most troublesome nor the most trouble‑free iteration of the line.

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
Lug nut torque100 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy15/23/18 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 78 · 770 CCA battery, OE oil filter 19425079. Note the factory fuel filter and front wiper blades are now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known.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.

Battery groupBCI 78 · 770 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter19425079 alt 25325403
Engine air filter19259030
Fuel filter25121978 discontinued
Spark plug19301808
Front wiper blades25689175 discontinued
Serpentine belt19244956
Thermostat12555290 alt 12551507

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length225.2 in
Overall width78 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase121.7 in
Curb weight4478 lb
Track (front / rear)61.8 / 60.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined15 / 23 / 18 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. Torque lug nuts to 100 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 16 ft-lbs.

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

Engine torques

Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s)18 ft-lbs
Cylinder Head Steps3
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts35 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts26 ft-lbs
Oil Pan to Block Bolts15 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug16 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs13 ft-lbs
Engine Valve Cover Bolts9 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug26 ft-lbs
Driveshaft Flange to Transmission16 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts100 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts35 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub Bearing Housing Bolts12 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub Bearing Housing Bolts16 ft-lbs

Ignition

Spark Plug ManufacturerAC Delco
Spark Plug Gap0.050 in
Spark Plug Torque22.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.75-2.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Capacity6.00-6.10 oz
Standard BCI Group Number78
Standard BCI Cranking Performance770 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test15, Pressure should not exceed 20 psi.
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief15 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature170-190 °F
Engine Compression100

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle38 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.030; Rear: 0.030 specification
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0005 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.005 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.032 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.032 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.98 in
Rotor Discard at or Under0.965 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 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 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Throttle Body (torque) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 7,500 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Parking Brake Cable (lubricate) · Shift Linkage (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect)
Every 15,000 miTire & 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 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood recorded 18 complaints, fewer than the 27 complaints in 1994 but more than the 31 complaints in 1996, placing it in the middle of a post‑1993 decline. Recalls for 1995 totaled 4, which matches the 5 recalls of 1994 and exceeds the single recall in 1996, indicating a relatively stable recall environment. The primary complaint categories for 1995 are Suspension and Unknown Or Other, each accounting for two complaints, while Steering and Wheels each contributed one complaint. Crash‑related complaints are limited to two and fire‑related complaints to one, reflecting low but present safety concerns. Given the moderate complaint volume and the prominence of suspension issues, the 1995 model is not the safest choice without a thorough inspection.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
13
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
18
Owner complaints
2 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 18 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Suspension2
Unknown Or Other2
Steering1
Wheels1
Suspension,Wheels1
Power Train,Electrical System1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Seat Belts1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

95V221000Power Train:Automatic TransmissionReported 16/11/1995

THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED TRANSMISSION SHIFT CONTROL LINKAGE. THIS DOES NOT MEET WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADJUST THE SHIFT CONTROL LINKAGE SYSTEM.

96V245000Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/StudsReported 10/12/1996

THE WHEEL LUG NUTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION DURING ASSEMBLY. Remedy: DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE VEHICLE'S WHEEL LUG NUTS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 13 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
PIP4723D2020-01-31Electrical SystemThis Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or…
PIC4696E2019-11-22EquipmentThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how…
17NA0732019-09-18EquipmentThis warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action…
PIC4696D2019-09-05EquipmentThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how…
17NA0732019-02-15EquipmentThis warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action…

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 1995 Fleetwood take?

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

Does the 1995 Fleetwood have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 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 / 18 combined mpg.