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1985 Cadillac Fleetwood Broughham

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1985 Fleetwood Broughham.

The 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood Broughham calls for 4.5 quarts of engine oil, with factory‑approved viscosities spanning 20W‑20, 15W‑40, and 10W‑30 to suit varying climates. Owner‑reported data tallies 17 total complaints, with the power train emerging as the leading concern, and the model year carries three recalls on its record. Together these figures suggest a reliability footprint that is measurable but not overwhelming, positioning the 1985 edition as a known quantity for researchers tracking the model’s service history.

Model year1993199219911989198819871985

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity4.5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type20W-20 / 15W-40 / 10W-30OEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 12737090. 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 filter12737090 alt 12731179
Engine air filter25040929 alt 25041208
Fuel filter22522452 alt 25055083
Spark plug19354416
Front wiper blades22155381 alt 15184702
Serpentine belt09433885 alt 11502345
Thermostat10207381 alt 03539588

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length194.9 in
Overall width71.7 in
Overall height55.1 in
Wheelbase111 in
Curb weight3325 lb
Weight distribution (front / rear)64/38

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 4.5 qt of 20W-20 / 15W-40 / 10W-30 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 Oil20W-20 · 15W-40 · 10W-30
Engine Oil Capacity4.5 qt
Engine OilAPI · 15W-30 · 10W-30
Engine Oil Capacity5 qt

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 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 5,000 miExhaust Pressure Regulator (inspect) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed)
Every 5,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Fuel Filter Water Separator (inspect) · Parking Brake Cable (lubricate)
At 7,500 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Throttle Body (torque) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 7,500 miBrake System (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miExhaust Pressure Regulator (inspect) · PCV System (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Diesel Fuel Injection Pump Timing (inspect) · EGR System (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Breather Filter (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 100,000 miTransmission Fluid & Filter (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.

Owner complaints about the 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood Broughham lead in one area — the power train, 3 of 17 reports (18%), well ahead of the next concern. None of this vehicle's 3 recall campaigns target the power train, so those reports read as owner-reported wear-and-tear rather than an acknowledged defect. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the power train pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
0
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
4
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
17
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 17 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train3
Electrical System3
Wheels2
Engine & Engine Cooling2
Equipment2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Steering1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

90V093000Equipment:Other:LabelsReported 09/05/1990

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

90V050000Seat Belts:Front:AnchorageReported 06/03/1990

SAFETY BELTS (TYPE 1 LAP BELTS) FOR REAR FACING SEATS WERE NOT INSTALLED. Remedy: INSTALL SAFETY BELTS FOR REAR FACING SEATS.

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 1985 Fleetwood Broughham take?

4.5 qt of ABOVE 40 degrees F: 30, ABOVE 20 degrees F: 20W-20, ABOVE 10 degrees F: 15W-40, ABOVE 0 degrees F: 10W-30,, per the factory manual.

Does the 1985 Fleetwood Broughham have open recalls?

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