Abs light comes on very frequently when hitting a bump in the road or making a turn. Has done so since the car was purchased and has been in numerous times about problem, having several parts relating to ABS and brakes replaced.
1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass: ABS light or ABS activating
7 of the 96 complaints about the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 18 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Abs light comes on at random times, usually during a turn, but no adverse conditions occur. When diagnosed, it was stated that the speed sensor was bad. I have had both front speed sensors replaced about 3-4 times under warranty, and since the warranty has run out, I just deal with the light. I just brought it in for this problem about 6 weeks ago, and again the computer diagnostics said that it was a speed sensor. This problem has existed since I bought the car.
Abs light has been coming on intermittently, braking distance is normal. Vehicle taken to dealer 15-20 times. Replaced brake pads/ alternator/ battery/ wiring harness, and put in sensor. Did not remedy problem, vehicle at dealer at this time. *ak serpentine and tensioner belt broken. Security light blinks due to bad theft lock sensor assembly . Blower speeds inoperative. A/c control inoperative. Left front seat belt buckle falls to floor. Power window inoperable due to electrical switch failure.
Brake pads wear out more frequently which causes extended stopping distance and may result in a crash. Currently on 5th pair of brake pads. Also ABS light comes on while making some turns.
Abs light illuminating due to failure of the wheel sensor. Mjs
The ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance. Also heard a grinding noise at the front end of the vehicle when applying the brakes. The anti-brake wheel sensor also failed. Vehicle been in the shop seven times in reference to the ABS brakes.
The ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance and heard a "grinding noise" at the front end of the vehicle when appling the brake. (same problem with a cutlass supreme 1996, dealer traded in for this 1997 with the same problem).
Service bulletins that may apply
- ABS pump running when not needed
- Revised brake system specifications
- Vehicles may set anyone or a combination of front-wheel speed sensor anti-lock brake system codes as...
- ABS front wheel speed codes - jumper harness
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) front wheel speed codes - jumper harness
- Front disc brake pulsation
- Brake pad replacement
- Information regarding the brake align kit
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
7 of 96 owner complaints about the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (7%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
There are 0 recalls and 18 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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