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1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass: grinding or squealing brakes

5 of the 96 complaints about the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass describe grinding or squealing brakes.

owner complaints
5
of this car's complaints
5%
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 18 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Grinding or squealing brakes by model year

  • 1998
    8
  • 1997
    5
  • 1996
    3
  • 1995
    2
  • 1993
    1
  • 1992
    4
  • 1991
    1
  • 1990
    1

What owners say

Filed Jan 12, 2004 · Steering · 64,430 miles · GA

Loss of power steering, grinding noise, leaking fluid.

Filed Nov 30, 2000 · Brakes · MO

After driving vehicle for a month had applied brakes and a grinding noise was heard. Noise proceeded to get worse. Took vehicle back. Brake pads were changed. A month later , needed a new set of brakes. Problem happened every two weeks. Mechanic indicated no knowledge of cause of problem. Brakes kept messing up & were under warranty, but not being properly repaired.

Filed Feb 1, 1999 · Brakes · CA

Brakes failed, causing squeaking noise.

Filed Sep 4, 1998 · Brakes · ME

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.

Filed Mar 11, 1997 · Brakes · PA

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).

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Related recalls

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Questions about the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass grinding brakes

Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass?

5 of 96 owner complaints about the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (5%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 1998.

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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