1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. Newest first.
Some passenger vehicles equipped with 4.0L V8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. additionally, the 1995 model year uses a unique underhood fuel return line that may crack. cracking of the fuel rail or return line tubing can result in a fuel leak into the engine compartment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine fuel rail with a new stainless steel fuel rail. dealers will also install a revised chassis fuel return line. the recall began on june 2, 2004, for 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora vehicles. owners of 1995 cadillacs and 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora were sent letters on august 6, 2004. additional letters to owners will be forthcoming. owners should contact oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the rear shoulder belt(s) do not retract. a retainer could separate from a rear seat shoulder belt retractor which results in the retractor return spring becoming disengaged.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In a crash, an occupant may receive more severe injuries if there IS excessive slack in the shoulder belt.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect both rear shoulder belt retractors for correct function and install a spring cover retaining strap to each retractor. if a retractor does not function correctly, it will be replaced.
Owner complaints
321 complaints6 involved a crash31 involved a fire16 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags · Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
The windows stop driver side engine leaks oil slipps as it drives heats fast as temp goes up
- Electrical system · Engine · Seat belts
The engine was smogged in 2018 went to feb 2019 dmv they said it needed anther smog car stalls then picks up oil leaks and windows stall going up on driver side it runs good tags expire may 26 2018
- Electrical system · Unknown or other
We had trouble with starting the car off and on since we acquired it in the fall of 2014. May of 2015 it finally simply wouldn't start and was diagnosed as an ignition switch malfunction and replaced. The replacement IS now not working either.
- Electrical system · Seats
I had just purchased my 1995 oldsmobile aurora in 8/2007 with under 60,000 miles and I noticed the card was slamming into gear and also not shifting correctly. Almost like transmission was slipping. I spent over 1200.00 in motor mount repairs and the issue cont. Until I pulled off from a 2waystop…
I had just purchased my 1995 oldsmobile aurora in 8/2007 with under 60,000 miles and I noticed the card was slamming into gear and also not shifting correctly. Almost like transmission was slipping. I spent over 1200.00 in motor mount repairs and the issue cont. Until I pulled off from a 2waystop and my car would not mv from the middle of the street. I was almost hit by oncoming traffic on both sides of me and I had a small child strapped in a car seat in the back seat...at this point I took my car to hv the transmission rebuilt. The issue continued after this and I was told to replace the alternator. I did this and the issue stopped but I cont to hv electrical prob with the car like the windows not rolling down or seat not able to mv bk/frth. I was able to use the sunroof but this has stopped again recently and the issues with power have started again. It IS beginning to get shifty and I am concerned to the point of anxiety when crossing intersections. Also I was told when I took my car to hv a tune up done I was told there was an electrical issue as the mechanic informed me he rmvd a fuse which seemed to be smoking. This had since been rplcd. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
My car engine caught on fire as I was on my way to the dealer to have the fuel rails inspected. *tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Transmission was 'stuck' in 2ND gear due to the plastic components in the shift solenoids breaking. Cost $700.00 in repair bills and gm has a service bulletin out advising their locations of this problem and state that the replacement gm parts are now metal. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
Motor started on fire and gm failed to do anything about it. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. the vehicle caught fire while idling. the vehicle was destroyed before the fire department arrived. on october 24, 2007, the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 04v110000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. the vehicle caught fire while idling. the vehicle was destroyed before the fire department arrived. on october 24, 2007, the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 04v110000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). the vehicle IS no longer in his possession. the manufacturer has not yet been notified. the current and failure mileages were 98,000.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. the contact noticed smoke coming through the vents and then flames appeared in the engine compartment. as of october 23, 2007, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. the vehicle was destroyed. he received a recall notice for the fuel system…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. the contact noticed smoke coming through the vents and then flames appeared in the engine compartment. as of october 23, 2007, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. the vehicle was destroyed. he received a recall notice for the fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (nhtsa campaign ID number 04v110000) after the fire occurred. the current and failure mileages were 136,000.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. while circling the block at 25 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from under the hood. he pulled over, lifted the hood, and discovered flames. a police officer gave him an extinguisher to put out the fire. the vehicle was destroyed along with all…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. while circling the block at 25 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from under the hood. he pulled over, lifted the hood, and discovered flames. a police officer gave him an extinguisher to put out the fire. the vehicle was destroyed along with all of the wiring under the hood. the vehicle was towed to a junkyard. on october 22, 2007, the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 04v110000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). the purchase date, powertrain, and dealer information were unavailable. the current and failure mileages were 80,000.
- Air bags · Electrical system › Horn
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. the contact stated that the air bag light blinks on and off on the dashboard and the warning chime sounds. the button must be pressed in order for the air bag light to dim. she also stated that the horn has completely failed. the vehicle has not been taken to a dealer for inspection or repair. the current and failure mileages were 128,000. updated 09/05/07 *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Re: nhtsa:04v110000 - 1995 oldsmobile aurora I have had a fuel rail failure in this vehicle and gm states that the recall notice only applies to 1996-1997 vehicles. Does this mean that because this problem started and was observed in the 1995 models, that those of us with the vehicles that the…
Re: nhtsa:04v110000 - 1995 oldsmobile aurora I have had a fuel rail failure in this vehicle and gm states that the recall notice only applies to 1996-1997 vehicles. Does this mean that because this problem started and was observed in the 1995 models, that those of us with the vehicles that the problem was initially observed in can just plain go to hell and suffer the loss of a vehicle or worse still be consumed in a fire started by this defect and be politely told, "sorry, this only applies to the vehicles sent a recall notice". I believe that your recall ID 04v110000 should apply to all vehicles affected, not just those gm has sent notices. It was sent to 1995 cadillac owners which has the same engine as the 1995 aurora, the aurora IS 4.0 litre and the cadillac 4.6 litres - identical engines but a smaller displacement. Same configuration and fuel rail components. I was indeed very fortunate that neither a fire or other serious event happened and only wish that gm would at least acknowledge the fact that this failure was the result of the failure of the part involved in the following attachment, and be compensated for the repair of said component. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
This IS a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. I am the original owner. The car has less than 70K miles, has been garaged and has not been in any accidents. After driving in winter storms the car was always washed under the chassis in the car wash to remove salt. on 10/5/2006, as I was pulling out of the…
This IS a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. I am the original owner. The car has less than 70K miles, has been garaged and has not been in any accidents. After driving in winter storms the car was always washed under the chassis in the car wash to remove salt. on 10/5/2006, as I was pulling out of the garage, the brake pedal felt totally soft and the car stopped with difficulty after pumping the brakes many times, etc. Our garage has a high slope into the street. I pulled the car slowly back into the garage and observed brake fluid on my driveway. I raised the car on jacks and I inspected the underbody. The brake fluid lines going towards the back wheels are heavily corroded and a spot was leaking heavily. I have owned several cars in the past and kept them for many years and high mileage but I never faced such a serious safety issue. Imagine if I was driving on the highway, at 65 miles/hour!*jb
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings · Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
Tried starting car. would not turn over. car backfired under hood. restarted car and parked it in garage. car had an unusual odor. 35 minutes later, car was found on fire, resulting in a total loss to vehicle and damage to garage. fire department stated fire started in/near area of fuel injector. no sure of oem. consumer IS requesting compensation.
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I was driving home on the highway doing about 50-55 and the transmission just went into 2ND gear so I had to drive 20 miles at about 35 mph. Luckily there was no one around so there was no accident. At this point in time I haven't done anything to fix it except to have the codes read by a gm dealer…
I was driving home on the highway doing about 50-55 and the transmission just went into 2ND gear so I had to drive 20 miles at about 35 mph. Luckily there was no one around so there was no accident. At this point in time I haven't done anything to fix it except to have the codes read by a gm dealer and they didn't know what was wrong. I have found out that the shift solenoids are bad due to a failure in the plastic bracket that holds them in place. *Jb
- Steering › Column
I was driving down the road (about 40 mph) when the steering wheel dropped onto my lap. The drive shaft had broken. I took the car to dealership and they replaced it, costing me $639.00. This IS something that should not have happened and could have caused a serious accident. *nm
- Unknown or other
Center cup holders are to shallow, when I am drinking a hot drink, the contents of the drink are spilled on to me when the container falls out of the holder. The result IS driver/passenger getting burned by hot coffee. no matter the size of the container, the holder IS to shallow. uncapped…
Center cup holders are to shallow, when I am drinking a hot drink, the contents of the drink are spilled on to me when the container falls out of the holder. The result IS driver/passenger getting burned by hot coffee. no matter the size of the container, the holder IS to shallow. uncapped containers can not be used in the center cup holder without falling out on turns or curves. the center cup holder IS useless since they are to shallow resulting in anything being placed in it being thrown out in turns/curves, causing driver to take eyes off the road and catch items spilling or falling. *nm
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery · Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
Gm recall of olds aurora 1995 fuel rail was replaced by dealer and a part of the rail,the regulator,with a charge of $154.00 plus tax desposal fee etc for a costof$175.62.there was no problem with the rail and it's fitting before the recall and gm will not honor the total cost of the recall.
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system · Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Power train › Automatic transmission › Torque converter · Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections · Steering › Rack and pinion › Rack
1995 oldsmobile aurora experiencing problems with steering wheel.*mr...consumer took vehicle to premier automotive services , and they recommended the replacement of steering rack ans pinion and steering pressure hose due to leaking steering fluid/epairment of transmission torque converter clutch/…
1995 oldsmobile aurora experiencing problems with steering wheel.*mr...consumer took vehicle to premier automotive services , and they recommended the replacement of steering rack ans pinion and steering pressure hose due to leaking steering fluid/epairment of transmission torque converter clutch/ replacement of valve cover gaskets and engine mounts/ repaired coolant leak. consumer purchased a wynns USA extended warranty, which did not not cover all repair work needed. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
1995 oldsmobile aurora fuel regulator was leaking. *mr recall campaign #04v110000. there were times when the engine would miss. the consumer requested reimbursement for the repair. the fuel rail and lines were replaced and the miss was found in #1 coil due to a short. *sc
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
Vehicle caught on fire and was totaled. There was a recall, but gm refused responsibility. *ak almost two years after the fire the consumer received a recall in reference to nylon tuning used in the fuel rail which could crack and result in a fuel leak or fire. the consumer would like a replacement vehicle. *nm
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
1995 oldsmobile aurora would not start. *bf the second time the vehicle came to halt while on the interstate. after a deep diagnosis, it was determined that the pump assembly was burnt and a new pump module needed to be installed. the wiring to the fuel pump had overheated and melted the insulation off one of the wires. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Tried to start vehicle, vehicle backfired. A few minutes later, I noticed that smoke was coming out from under the car, and the ice on the vehicle was melting. I opened the hood and discovered that the engine was on fire. I was able to extinguish the fire with a blanket.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Info copy of ltr to gm writer/owner of a 1995 olds aurora fuel system defect. *Bf nhtsa campaign ID number : 04v110000. the consumer stated that he was advised not to drive the vehicle or let anyone else drive it. *tc *jb
- Steering › Column
While reversing out of the driveway onto a tow truck the support assembly steering column jacket broke. when this occurred steering wheel became loose and flopped around like a broken arm. The cause of the column breaking has yet to be determined. *Ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel rail leaks
On march 3, 2004, general motors notified odi that it was recalling approximately 94,000 my 1995-97 oldsmobile aurora vehicles equipped with 4.0L V8 engines (rpo L47 - VIN8 c) to address concerns with underhood fuel leakage from cracked fuel rails and, in some of the vehicles, cracked fuel return lines. According to…
On march 3, 2004, general motors notified odi that it was recalling approximately 94,000 my 1995-97 oldsmobile aurora vehicles equipped with 4.0L V8 engines (rpo L47 - VIN8 c) to address concerns with underhood fuel leakage from cracked fuel rails and, in some of the vehicles, cracked fuel return lines. According to gm, the nylon tubing (PA12) used in the fuel rail construction in these vehicles may degrade and crack.gm's supplier attributed the cracking to the combined effects of heat, time, alcohol fuel, fuel pressure cycling, and design stresses.in addition, gm stated that the my 1995 aurora uses a unique underhood fuel return line that may also crack at unusually high rates.gm dealers will install a new fuel rail constructed out of stainless steel in all of the recalled vehicles and will also install a revised chassis fuel return line in the my 1995 auroras. On april 16, 2004, general motors notified odi that it was adding approximately 389,000 my 1995-97 cadillac seville, deville and eldorado vehicles equipped with 4.6L V8 engines (rpo's LD8 and L37 - VIN8 y and 9) to recall 04v-110.the recalled cadillacs will receive the new stainless steel fuel rails.this engineering analysis IS closed.
- Fuel rail leakage
The fuel rail assemblies used in the subject vehicles were manufactured by dana.the fuel rail jumper tubes were made of monolayer nylon 12 (pa12).in model year (my) 1998, the jumper tube material was changed from PA12 to m-bond (a multi-layer ptfe/pa12).in addition, all service parts produced since the end of…
The fuel rail assemblies used in the subject vehicles were manufactured by dana.the fuel rail jumper tubes were made of monolayer nylon 12 (pa12).in model year (my) 1998, the jumper tube material was changed from PA12 to m-bond (a multi-layer ptfe/pa12).in addition, all service parts produced since the end of production 1997 use the m-bond jumper tubes. Material analysis performed by dana on failed fuel rails showed that the mono-layer nylon 12 jumper tubes are susceptible to environmental stress cracking (esc).gm believes the esc IS a result of heat, time, alcohol blended fuel, fuel pressure cycling, and designed in stress. Eight of the gm complaints are duplicative of odi complaints.odi has received 77 of it's 123 complaints in the past 12 months.fuel rail part sales over the last three years range from 3.0 percent of production for the my 1997 cadillac vehicles to 13.1 percent for the my 1995 auroras.at least one of the fire incidents occured while the vehicle was parked within a garage attached to the consumers home.the fire resulted in damage to the dwelling as well as the total loss of the vehicle.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis.
- Rear seat belt retractor
In its letter dated february 25, 2000 to nhtsa, general motors stated that it will conduct a safety recall of 85,253 model year 1995 buick riviera and oldsmobile aurora vehicles for the defect in the outboard rear seat belt retractor assemblies.
- Rear seat belt retractor
Complaints generally stated that one or both outboard rear seat belts do not retract at all and are useless.it IS evident that the seat belts do not provide any tension and have excess slack.the retractor assembly has a plastic cover next to the retractor return spring.according to general motors (gm), heat may…
Complaints generally stated that one or both outboard rear seat belts do not retract at all and are useless.it IS evident that the seat belts do not provide any tension and have excess slack.the retractor assembly has a plastic cover next to the retractor return spring.according to general motors (gm), heat may soften, warp and deflect the plastic spring cover allowing the return spring to disengage through and jam in the spring cover access hole rendering the return spring nonfunctional.to elimanate the problem, gm changed the spring cover material and access hole at the beginning of production of model year (my) 1996 buick riviera and oldsmobile aurora vehicles.both complaints and warranty claims have declined significantly from my 1995 subject vehicles to my 1996 vehicles.
- Rear compartment lid rod separation
Addition information IS needed to fully understand the nature and circumstances of the subject bulletin.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10208027This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10171318This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10170494This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
- 10168979This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
- 10166638This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10165876This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
- 10157018This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10154641This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10141381This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10138060This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10114947This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10114924This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10113443This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10026686GMC: harsh ride or line installation concern with delco shock kit. Concerns with connecting the lines to the shocks and the air compressor. Concern of harsh ride after installation.
- 10012688Floor pan corrosion perforation in battery compartment.
- 10010847Service engine soon light on and chuggle or surge. Diagnostic trouble code p0741 or diagnostic trouble code 39 (tcc stuck off).
- 10009223Gm announcing additional population of vehicles exposed to time, heat and certain fuels IS causing nylon tubing in the fuel rails to develop an unusual number of leaks. Failure of the fuel rail tubing can result in a fuel leak into the engine compartment. The operator may experience fuel odor and possibly stalling due to loss of fuel pressure to the engine. Gm voicemail express.
- 10007383The operator may experience fuel odor and possibly stalling due to a loss of fuel pressure to the engine. Dealers are to install a new fuel rail assembly constructed out of stainles steel.
- 10007051Questions and answers to assist in responding to customer inquires to the upcoming product safety recall 04014 - engine fuel rail replacement. Gm administrative message.
- 100063324.0L L47, 4.6L LD8 L37 engine water pump cover p/n 12571913- thermostat loose. Also including model 2003 cadillac eldorado.
- 10001285Floor pan corrosion perforation in battery compartment. Update
- 6089947A condition with the front seat back and / or seat cushion heat element IS non-functioning.
- 6088914Engine oil leaks along the upper to lower crankcase joint.
- 6088903Conditions with floor pan corrosion perforation in battery compartment.
- 6088811Some vehicles may exhibit a popping type noise heard in the passenger compartment.
- 619379Some customers may comment about a steering shudder during slow speed turning / parking maneuvers.
- 618097Vehicles may experience shake / vibration in steering wheel, floor, seat at highway speeds on smooth roads. Updated gm voicemail message.
- 617618Some vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the rear seat shoulder belts do not retract due to the retractor return spring becoming disengaged from the spool shaft. *Tt-
- 616383Some vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the rear seat shoulder belts do not retract due to the retractor return spring becoming disengaged from the spool shaft.
- 616373General motors has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain vehicles. Some of these vehicles exhibit a condition in which the rear seat shoulder belts do not retract due to the retractor return spring becoming disengaged from the spool shaft.
- 609639Trunk mounted 12 cd changer ejects intermittently. Yd
- 608379Some customers may comment about a steering shudder during slow speed turning / parking maneuvers.
- 607606Some customers may comment that the rear compartment lid support strut IS separating from the lid.
- 606086Some customers may complain about a engine cold / knock / tick noise.
- 603826Experiencing shake / vibration in steering wheel, floor, seat at highway speeds on smooth roads.
- 603081Customers comment that when the rear compartment lid IS open, water will drain into the trunk from both the front and the rear of the lid.
- 602983Concerns of door handles on white painted vehicles truning yellow.
- 601408Concerns of noise/vibration/growl from front of vehicle on right turns or hard acceleration.
- 601394Some customers may comment that the cupholder does not stay latched.
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