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1985 Cadillac Fleetwood/DeVille (FWD)
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 23 MPG.
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.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.1L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 | 494 |
| 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Diesel | 19 | 29 | 23 | 443 |
| 4.1L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 18 | 494 |
| 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Diesel | 19 | 29 | 23 | 443 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
3 campaigns on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
SAFETY BELTS (TYPE 1 LAP BELTS) FOR REAR FACING SEATS WERE NOT INSTALLED.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIMOUSINES BUILT BY EMPIRE COACH. VEHICLE ALTERERS LABEL MAY BE MISSING OR INCOMPLETE.
THE FUEL FILTERS WERE PRODUCED WITH AN INCORRECT THREADED FITTING. THE INCORRECT FITTING IS SIMILIAR ENOUGH IN SIZE THAT THE FUEL FILTER MAY APPEAR TO BE CORRECTLY THREADED ONTO THE FUEL LINE.
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
17 complaints filed by owners for this model year. Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood/DeVille (FWD)?
EPA figures for the 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood/DeVille (FWD) reach 23 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood/DeVille (FWD)?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood/DeVille (FWD). Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.
What are common problems with the 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood/DeVille (FWD)?
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA for the 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood/DeVille (FWD), most often about: Power Train, Electrical System, Equipment. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.