1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme problems
The Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme is a mid-size car produced by Oldsmobile between 1966 and 1997. It was positioned as a premium offering at the top of the Cutlass range. It began as a trim package, developed its own roofline, and rose during the mid-1970s to become not only the most popular Oldsmobile but the highest selling model in its class.
It was produced as a rear-wheel drive two-door hardtop, sedan, and station wagon into the 1980s, and a convertible through 1972. In 1988 Oldsmobile sought to capitalize on the brand equity of the Cutlass Supreme marque by replacing it with a downsized front-wheel drive model based on the GM10 platform W-platform.
When production ended there was no direct replacement for the Cutlass Supreme, although the Intrigue introduced for 1998 was designed in size and price to replace all the Cutlass models.
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Common 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme problems
Based on the information provided in the sources, here are the common problems reported by owners of the 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme:
- Ignition Switch Problems:
- Some drivers experienced ignition switch failures, causing the car to stall or not start at all. In severe cases, the entire ignition switch needed replacement to address the issue.
- Transmission Concerns:
- Transmission slipping or failure was reported by some drivers, resulting in decreased performance or complete breakdowns. Rebuilding or replacing the transmission was required to fix these issues.
- Air Conditioning System Troubles:
- Drivers faced problems with the air conditioning system, including issues with cold air not blowing or air only coming from specific vents. Causes ranged from compressor issues to problems with the evaporator or control module.
- Brake Problems:
- Early Cutlass Supremes had front drum brakes prone to overheating, leading to glazed brake shoes and reduced effectiveness. Additionally, the brake master cylinder was known to develop leaks, resulting in a loss of braking power.
- Steering System Challenges:
- The power steering pump in the first generation Cutlass Supreme was prone to leaks, causing power steering fluid leakage and difficulties in steering the vehicle.
- Electrical System Issues:
- Wiring harness deterioration was common, leading to problems with lights and other electrical components in the early Cutlass Supremes.
- Instrument Cluster Problems:
- Oldsmobile sedans, including the Cutlass Supreme, could experience instrument cluster issues like speedometer failure, fuel gauge malfunction, and faulty warning lights. These problems could impact vehicle performance and safety, requiring prompt attention to avoid potential hazards.
These issues highlight the common challenges faced by owners of the 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, ranging from fuel system and engine-related problems to issues with the transmission, brakes, steering, electrical system, and instrument cluster. Addressing these concerns promptly through proper maintenance and repairs is crucial to ensure the vehicle's reliability and safety.
Is the Oldsmobile Cutlass reliable?
It ranks 6th in reliability out of 12 eligible Oldsmobile models. Our reliability rank is based on our PainRank™ system. A higher number means you can expect more significant problems. The average Oldsmobile score is 3.73 while the Cutlass Supreme comes in at 2.41.
What engine is in a 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
Used 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme - Specs & Features
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Base engine size | 3.1 L |
| Cylinders | V6 |
| Base engine type | Gas |
| Horsepower | 135 hp @ 4,400 rpm |
What is the rarest Oldsmobile?
1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Wyoming Centennial Edition Is Junkyard Treasure. One of the rarest of all special-edition Oldsmobiles, complete with manual transmission.
Is a Oldsmobile Cutlass a muscle car?
Introduced as the top trim level in Oldsmobile's compact F-85 Series, the Cutlass evolved into a distinct series of its own, spawning numerous variants, including the 4-4-2 muscle car in 1964, premium Cutlass Supreme in 1966, and outright performance Hurst/Olds in 1968, as well as the Vista Cruiser station wagon.
Is the Oldsmobile Cutlass reliable?
It ranks 6th in reliability out of 12 eligible Oldsmobile models. Our reliability rank is based on our PainRank™ system. A higher number means you can expect more significant problems. The average Oldsmobile score is 3.73 while the Cutlass Supreme comes in at 2.41.
What engine is in a 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
Used 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme - Specs & Features
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Base engine size | 3.1 L |
| Cylinders | V6 |
| Base engine type | Gas |
| Horsepower | 135 hp @ 4,400 rpm |
Is a Cutlass a muscle car?
Introduced as the top trim level in Oldsmobile's compact F-85 Series, the Cutlass evolved into a distinct series of its own, spawning numerous variants, including the 4-4-2 muscle car in 1964, premium Cutlass Supreme in 1966, and outright performance Hurst/Olds in 1968, as well as the Vista Cruiser station wagon.
What makes a Cutlass a supreme?
Cutlass Supreme coupes had a unique roofline with vertical opera windows not shared with other Cutlass coupes, as well as unique front end styling.
1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Structure problems
- Electrical system problems
- Seat belts problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme
The NHTSA has received 176 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme vehicles.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-05
- VIN: 2G3AM51NXL2
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: THE VEHICLE IS A 1990 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS CIERA SL. I CHECKED BOX AS CHEVROLET AS OLDSMOBILE IS NOT AN OPTION ON THE DROP DOWN. FOUR NEW TIRES INSTALLED BETWEEN 12/31/13 AND 1/31/14, UNIROYAL AWP II TIGER PAWS SIZE P185/75R14. MANUFACTURER'S WEBSITE REPORTS THEY ?DO NOT CURRENTLY MANUFACTURE TIRES FITTING THIS VEHICLES SPECIFICATIONS.? ARE THE TIGER PAWS II P185/75R14 INSTALLED ON MY VEHICLE COUNTERFEIT TIRES? SINCE INSTALLING THESE TIRES, THE VEHICLE "SWAYS" WHEN DRIVING ON GROOVED INTERSTATE HIGHWAY PAVEMENT. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-09
- Fire: 1
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS CIERA. THE CONTACT HEARD A POPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE. SHE THEN SPRAYED QUICK START INTO THE CARBURETOR AND ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE AGAIN. SHE NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE PURCHASED AN AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMP (BRAND NAME UNAVAILABLE) APPROXIMATELY NINE DAYS BEFORE THE FIRE. SHE FELT THAT THE AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMP CAUSED THE FAILURE. AS OCTOBER 18, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE VIN AND ENGINE SIZE WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 187,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-04-02
- VIN: 1G3WH54T4LD
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I HAVE A 1990 OLDSMOBLE CUTLASS SUPREME. A RECALL #00065 FOR GM WAS DONE ON MY CAR AND ONLY THE FRONT CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS WERE DONE. BUT UPON REVIEWING NHTSA'S RECALL #00V189000 THE FRONT AND REAR SHOULD HAVE BEEN DONE. SINCE THE REFUSAL FROM GM THE REAR BOLTS HAVE COME DOWN AND MY ENGINE IS LEANING BACK. I HAVE TALKED TO THE DEALER TWICE AND THE MANUFACTURE GM 3 TIMES AND THEY BOTH SAY THAT THEY ONLY HAVE TO DO THE FRONT CRADLE BOLTS FOR THEIR RECALL AND NOT THE REAR. I ALSO HAVE MY ORIGINAL RECEIPT THAT SAYS ONLY 2 BOLTS AND RETAINERS WERE BOUGHT AND INSTALLED. *NM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-03
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G3WH14T0LD
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CONSUMER NOTICED THAT FIRE WAS COMING FROM THE SIDE OF THE TRUNK. FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS NOTIFIED, AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE ANTENNA WIRES CAUSED THE FIRE.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-17
- VIN: 1G3WH54T0MD
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CONSUMER COMPLAINED THAT DASHBOARD COMPONENTS WERE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. SHE COULD NOT TELL HOW MUCH FUEL THERE WAS OR HOW FAST SHE WAS TRAVELING/DRIVING. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC TO LOOK AT THE PROBLEM, AND WAS TOLD IT WAS A WIRING DEFECT. MECHANIC TRIED TO PUT A BRAND NEW PART IN THE DASHBOARD, BUT THE PROBLEM RECURRED. CONSUME RHAD THIS PROBLEM FOR 3 YEARS.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-07-14
- VIN: 1G3WH54T0MD
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: THE DIGITAL DASHBOARD COMPONENT DOESN'T WORK 99% OF THE TIME. I NEVER KNOW THE SPEED I AM GOING, OR IF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OR ANYTHING COMES ON. WHEN THE DASH DOES COME ON IF YOU HIT THE SLIGHTEST BUMP IT GOES BACK OFF. I FEEL THIS IS UNSAFE. AS I RESEARCHED THIS SITE FOR SIMILAR PROBLEMS WITH THE SAME CAR I FIND THAT MY COMPLAINT IS THE 5TH ONE FOR THE SAME EXACT PROBLEM. I HAVE BOUGHT AND REPLACED THE COMPONENT THINKING IT WOULD FIX THE PROBLEM, BUT IT DIDN'T. IT IS WITH THE WIRING ITSELF. A DEFECT IN THE WRING FROM THE MANUFATURER, AGAIN IT'S NOT THE COMPONENTS. I WOULD LIKE A RECALL TO BE ISSUED FOR THIS PROBLEM. I STILL HAVE THE OLD DASH COMPONENT SO IF THEY NEED TO BE TESTED.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: NOT AVAILAB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE REPROGRAMMED. THE OWNER STATED THERE WAS NO WHERE IN THE MANUAL THAT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD NEED TO BE REPROGRAMMED WITH EVERY BATTERY CHANGE. ALSO, THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE TOOK HIS FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR THE VEHICLE STALLED. *JB
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-12-15
- VIN: 1G3WH54T5LD
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: THE HOOD LATCH CABLE FROZE AND THE HOOD RELEASE LEVER BROKE. IN TURN THEE CABLE AND THE LEVER MUST BE REPLACED.*AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-07
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT REAR CARRIAGE BOLTS PROBLEM. STATED FRAME CAME DOWN ON THE CAR, CAUSING ENGINE TO FALL OUT OF THE VEHICLE.MANUFACTURER AND A DEALER WEE CONTACTED, AND STATED THAT WAS NOT A PROBLEM, AND THAT THEY HAVE NOT HEARD OF THE PROBLEM BEFORE.*AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-12-12
- VIN: 1G3WH54T7LD
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: LTR FM BRYAN GRANT (NJ) *MR. THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE REGARDING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE FRONT AND REAR FRAME CRADLE BOLTS, THE DEALER ONLY REPLACED THE FRONT FRAME CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS, HOWEVER MONTHS LATER THE ENGINE HAD FALLEN FROM THE VEHICLE, WHICH LEFT THE VEHICLE WITH NO STEERING CAPABILITY AND SUBSEQUENTLY THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED, THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE REAR FRAME CRADLE BOLTS HAD SEPARATED, WHICH WAS SUPPOSE TO HAVE BEEN REPLACED DURING THE INITIAL RECALL. *JB *CB *JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-12-12
- VIN: 1G3WH54T7LD
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: ENGINE FELL OUT OF VEHICLE. MR (NOTE: EXEC SEC CONTROLLED A CORRESPONDENCE REGARDING MR. GRANT'S VEHICLE - SEE ODI REFERENCE NO. 10012283, CCMMERCURY NO. ES03-001972). THE REPLACED THE FRONT FRAME /CRADLE BOLTS UNDER RECALL, HOWEVER ON DEC 12, 2002 THE REAR FRAME/ CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINER SEPARATED. *JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G3WH54T7LD
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION REGARDING THE REPLACEMENT OF THE FRONT AND REAR CRADLE BOLT RETAINER, HOWEVER THE DEALER ONLY REPLACED THE FRONT CRADLE BOLTS. *AK *JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-12-12
- VIN: 1G3WH54T7LD
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: NAR 1/29/2003. THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN MARCH 2003 REGARDING THE FRONT FRAME /CRADLE BOLT RETAINERS. AS PER THE RECALL LETTER THEY WERE REPLACED. ON DEC 12, 2002 BEFORE REACHING A STOP, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE AND THE CONSUMER FELT A THUMP. WHEN THE CONSUMER INVESTIGATED, HE FOUND THAT THE ENGINE HAD FALLEN FROM THE VEHICLE AND THERE WERE NO STEERING CAPABILITIES. UPON GENERAL INSPECTION, THE CONSUMER WAS ADVISED THE REAR FRAME/ CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS HAD SEPARATED WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE TO DROP AND THE STEERING SHAFT TO SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR. WHEN THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER HE WAS TOLD THE RECALL FOR THE CRADLE BOLTS DID NOT APPLY TO HIS VEHICLE ONLY THE FRONT. *JB
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-11-11
- VIN: 1G3WH54T5LD
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: HAS FAILED 3 TIME AT THE COST OF $300 EACH TIME. DT
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-16
- VIN: 1G3WS54T1LD
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING AND WITH NO WARNING THE ENGINE CRADLE DROPED. CAUSE UNKNOWN DEALER NOTIFIED.*JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-05
- VIN: 1G3WR54T5LD
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: NHTSA RECALL 00 V 189 000/MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 00061/65 CONCERNING ENGINE CRADLE BOLT: WHILE BEING SERVICED FOR AN OIL CHANGE, TECHNICIAN INFORMED OF A SEVERE CORROSION AROUND RETAINER BOLTS. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED, THEY INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK *YH
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: UNKNOWN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING REAR DISC BRAKE ON ONE SIDE STICKS ON ROTOR. HAD TO REPLACE CYLINDER. PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN REMEDIED AS OF YET. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION, AND VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-06
- VIN: 2G3AL54R8L2
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: LOCKING TORQUE CONVERTER FAILS TO RELEASE AND STALLS ENGINE. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-09-04
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G3WH14T8LZ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: BRAKE CLUB WAS ATTACHED TO BRAKES AND CONSUMER STARTED VEHICLE, AND VEHICLE SPEEDED UP/ HIT THREE, AND VEHICLE STOPPED ON IMPACT. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM PRODUCT COMPANY WAS A LAWMAN ARMOR CORPORATION. *AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-06-15
- VIN: 1G3WS14T7LD
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I TAKE GOOD CARD OF MY CAR. IN THE LAST YEAR I HAVE HAD 4 OIL CHANGES, NEW TIRES AND RIMS, AN ALIGNMENT, NEW BRAKES AND ROTORS. ON 04/20/2001 I HAD A OIL CHANGE AND ASKED PENSKE AUTO TO LOOK AT MY STRUTS AND SUSPENSION BECAUSE MY CAR FELT AND LITTLE DIFFERENT THAN USUALLY, AND AGAIN ABOUT 06/05/2001. THIS TIME I ASKED THE SERVICE MANAGER TO LOOK AND HE COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. ON 06/15/2001 I WAS ON THE INTERSTATE GOING ABOUT 65 MILES AN HOUR AND HAD A FEW MORE MILES TO GO BUT AT THE LAST MINUTE DECIDED TO PULL OF ON A EXIT TO CHECK A PRICE OF A PRODUCT. I SLOWED DOWN FOR A PEDESTRIAN, AND AS I GOT TO ABOUT 10 MILES A HOUR I FELT A BUMP AND LOST ALL STEERING. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR WITH OUT WRECKING OR HITTING THE PEDESTRIAN. I GOT OUT OF MY CAR AND FOUND THAT THE BACK PART OF THE FRONT A FRAME HAD FALLEN AND THE MOTOR WHICH HAD PULLED THE STEERING COLUMN APART. IF I HAD NOT EXITED THE INTERSTATE BEFORE I WAS SUPPOSE TO I AM SURE I WOULD BE DEAD, ALSO I AM LUCKY I DID NOT KILL A PEDESTRIAN. I HAVE CONTACTED OLDSMOBILE AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY WERE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM BUT ONLY RECALLED THE CARS IN 20 STATES AND MY STATE WAS NOT ONE OF THEM. THEY KNOW THAT ITS PROBLEM EXISTS ON CARS 1988 TO 1990 AND EARLY 1991. OLDS CUTLASS SUPREME, CHEV LUMINA, PONTIAC GRAND PER AND BUICK REGAL. I HAVE A CASE # WITH OLDS C05115278 AND HAVE BEEN WORKING WITH LARRY WALDRICK AT 1-800-442-6537 HE IS TRYING TO BE HELPFUL, BUT IS GETTING NOWHERE. IF I LIVED IN IOWA THEY WOULD OF WARNED ME THAT MY CAR WAS DANGEROUS IN 1997 AND FIXED MY CAR, BUT SINCE I LIVE IN NE AND MY CAR TRIED TO KILL ME, I AM GETTING THE RUN A ROUND. OLDSMOBILE TOLD ME TO GET MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY WOULD LOOK AT IT. I DID ON 08/02/2001. THEY SAY THEY WILL ONLY PAY HALF, AND TO THIS DAY 08/23/2001 HAVE NOT GOTTEN ME A WRITTEN ESTIMATE. I JUST WANT TO PROTECT THE PEOPLE IN THE OTHER 30 STATES WHO HAVE NOT BEEN WARNED OF THESE KILLER CARS.*AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-04-18
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: VEHICLE WAS HIT BY A DRUNK DRIVER. HEADREST BUSTED, AND CONSUMER'S HEAD AND NECK WERE INJURED. CONSUMER FELT THAT HEADREST SHOULD NOT HAVE BUSTED. IF IT HAD NOT BUSTED, CERTAIN INJURIES WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN SUSTAINED. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-03-01
- VIN: 1G3WS54TXLD
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH FAILED PRIOR TO RECALL NOTICE 90V-185, THE CONSUMER REQUESTED REIMBURSEMENT BUT WAS DENIED DUE TO VIN. NLM
SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 2G3AM84N2L2
- Components: SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR IS STARTING TO CRACK WHERE RESTRAINT HARNESS IS MOUNTED. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE.*AK CONSUMER WAS INFORMED OF RECALL 90V054 AND WENT TO HAVE WORK DONE, HOWEVER DEALER STATED THE CRACKING WHERE SEAT BELT MOUNT IS LOCATED WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL. *SLC
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-10
- VIN: 1G3WH54T91D
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE REAR RIGHT AND LEFT BRAKE CALIPERS HAVE BOTH FAILED..THE LEFT ONE WAS COMPLETED REPLACED BACK IN 1993 DUE TO COMPLETE LOCK UP.THE RIGHT BRAKE AT THE TIME WAS OK. THEN THIS MONTH I HAD A BRAKE FAILURE IN MY DRIVEWAY..I KEPT TRYING TO MAKE THE PARKING BRAKE WORK FOR NMONTHS AND IT NEVER DID. THEN WHEN I TOOK THE WHEEL OFF TO LOOKS A THE BRAKES THE LEFT BRAKE HAD BURNED UP THE OUTBOARD SHOE ONLY AND NOT THE INBOARD SHOE..THIS CHEWED UP THE ROTOR. THE RIGHT SIDE HAD BEEN DOING NOTHING..THE SHOES STILL LOOKED NEW EXCEPT FOR DIRT..THE PUCKS HAD STUCK OUT AND LEFT THE SEALS ROLLED AND NOTHING WOULD RESET. IT FIRST COST ME $144.00 PLUS LABOR IN 1993 TO REPLACE THE LEFT REAR CALIPER WHICH JUST FAILED AGAIN. NOW I HAD TO HAVE ALL THE REAR BRAKES DONE OVER AND I HAVE COPIES OF THE RECIPT.*AK( DOT NUMBER: )
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-01
- VIN: 1G3WR54P9LD
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD STAY OFF FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME, DEALER STATED CLUSTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE IGNITION MODULE FAILED THREE TIMES. THE THREE COILS AND THE COMPUTER WERE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE STILL FAILS TO START DUE TO CRANK SHAFT SENSOR FAILURE. *YH
1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme.
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 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 CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: 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).
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, WHERE ROAD SALT USE IS HEAVY. A CONDITION WHERE ONE OR BOTH FRONT ENGINE CRADLE BOLTS CAN PULL THROUGH THE RETAINERS DUE TO CORROSION OF THE RETAINERS.
- Consequence: IF BOTH BOLTS PULL THROUGH, THE FRONT OF THE CRADLE WOULD NO LONGER BE SUPPORTED AT THE MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT COULD SEPARATE FROM THE STEERING GEAR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT AND REAR FRAME/CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.
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I inherited this car from my parents in 1996. It's amazing that it still runs like new after all these years and with 262,000 miles on it! Just make sure to keep up with regular maintenance like oil changes, tune ups, and tires, and this car will definitely take care of you.
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I've owned many cars over the years, but I just had to share my positive experience with the two Olds Cutlasses I've had. The first one had 100k miles on it, and my son put another 65k on it without any issues - and it was his first car! The second one has been just as reliable. If you happen to come across one, I highly recommend buying it.
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Our car has already covered 167,000 miles, but we've only had to replace an alternator, two batteries, and some tires. What else could we possibly need?
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This car was amazing! It was my first car and the best one I've ever had. I had it for 10 years and during that time, I never got stuck anywhere, never had to replace the battery, never had to do any major repairs - nothing! It truly was the perfect car for me!
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So far, the car handles well, except for a few minor problems. I'm glad to say that I feel safe driving with my 7-month-old son in the car.