Tl*the contact owns a 1991 oldsmobile cutlass ciera. The contact took his vehicle to be inspected by a dealer because he was experiencing failure with the wheel bearings. He was informed that the motor mount was loose. The vehicle was repaired and the contact was later informed of the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v189000 (engine and engine cooling). His VIN was not included in the recall. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage was 105,632 and failure mileage was 99,132. Updated 06/09/2008.
1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass body problems
20 complaints (10% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 20
- of this car's complaints
- 10%
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Body: door2
- Body2
- Frame and members1
- Body: roof and pillars1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Oldsmobile Cutlass body problems in other years
Related recalls
Structure
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 00V189000 · Recall details
Structure
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont and wisconsin. The rear cradle bolts pull through the retainers due to corrosion of the retainer. If both bolts pull through, the rear cradle would not longer be supported at these mounting locations and the steering intermediate shaft can separate from the steering gear.
- Risk
- If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, a vehicle crash could result.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear cradle bolts and retainers.
Recall number 97V058000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Structure
There is no summary currently available
RP01001
Cradle bolt failures
There is no summary currently available
RQ97017
What 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The rear cradle bolt recall 00v189000 defect occurred while coming to a complete stop. This resulted in the subframe bending and the steering column coming apart. The dealership is going to replace the subframe and steering column. The VIN number is not included in this recall.
While driving at 60 MPH received recall 00 v 189 000 for cradle bolt occurred. Engine dropped, and vehicle was immobile. Vin was not included in the recall.
Consumer states that while driving and with no warning the cradle bolt failed, causing the motor to drop.
While driving the steering bolt became lose which caused the steering wheel to jump around. Which made it difficult for the consumer to steer the vehicle. *nlm the steering knuckle ripped out and the cradle broke causing everything under the hood to fall out. The cradle had to be replaced. *tt
I have replaced the door handles on both the drivers side and passenger doors. This is the 3rd time on the drivers side and the passenger side door handle broke off in my hand so I have no way to get into my vehicle at all short of breaking a window just to replace yet another door handle. Very poor design and very weak pot metal handles at 135.00 each time one is replaced (not including labor)this is getting rediculous. Dt
The rear engine cradle bushings rusted causing the engine to drop to the ground while driving resulting in loss of steering control. Nlm
Consumer was involved in an accident due to a recalled defect which was never sent to him(00v189). Once consumer contacted the dealership, they would not honor the recall due to high mileage on the vehicle.
While driving, the consumer heard a strange noise. Then suddenly the steering wheel would not turn. The rear of the cradel fell down. Replaced and removed the left rear upper/lower cradle mounts, replaced steering intermeated shaft, power steering pressure switch, left rear control link, and the left outer tie rod loose. (recall# 00v189) consumer hopes to recieve reimbursement. *ak
Recall 97 v 058 000/rear cradle bolts: while in reverse cradle bolts have broken and caused loss of steering. Manufacturer was notified , and informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under recall due to VIN.feel free to provide any further information.
Questions about the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass body
Does the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass have body problems?
Owners have filed 20 complaints about the body of the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 10% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass body problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass body?
Yes, 2 recalls: 00V189000, 97V058000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Oldsmobile Cutlass have the most body problems?
The Oldsmobile Cutlass model years with the most body complaints are 1991 (20 complaints) and 1994 (10 complaints).
Other 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass problems
Brakes 59Engine 30Seat belts 26Electrical 23Steering 17Acceleration 12Visibility 9Seats 8Transmission 7Fuel system 6Suspension 6Lights 3Locks 2Tires 1
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