1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. Newest first.
Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. Fp10020-11b1, fp10026-11b1, and fp10027-11b1, sold after january 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. the universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. the recall began on april 23, 2007. owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.
The center rear seat belt anchor plate exhibits stress cracks.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat belt system can fracture, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.
The center rear seat belt anchor plate exhibits stress cracks.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat belt system can fracture and injury to the seat occupant can occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.
Some of these vehicles have a strained or separated washer/wiper switch power feed wire.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This can cause the windshield washer/wiper to work intermittently and could ultimately result in inoperative wipers. if this were to occur in a severe weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the old designed washer/wiper switches with a newly designed switch.
Owner complaints
156 complaints12 involved a crash14 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system
In sept. 2013, replaced the fuel filter and line with the driveworks brand from advance auto parts. On 3/2/14, the car would not start and we smelled gas. The snap on connection had popped loose at the gas tank and was spewing gasoline when we tried to start the car. On 3/6/14, the line popped…
In sept. 2013, replaced the fuel filter and line with the driveworks brand from advance auto parts. On 3/2/14, the car would not start and we smelled gas. The snap on connection had popped loose at the gas tank and was spewing gasoline when we tried to start the car. On 3/6/14, the line popped loose again when trying to start the car. I pushed it back on and went on my way. Later that day as I was going to return home, the line popped loose again, and again at the stop sign, and again as I tried to back up to get off of the road; a total of 5 times until it would not even stay on while trying to start the car; each time spewing gasoline. Had to buy a replacement fuel line (again driveworks brand) and was able to get home. Now I am feeling leery of this brand of line and connector, so went to auto parts and bought dorman brand connector inserts in case this happens again, and the employee at the parts store said that these parts do not last and wear out. I feel that this IS quite dangerous as when the line comes loose, gas spews, the car dies, and you loose power steering, etc. All while on the road. I was grateful that I was not on a major road when this happened, and there was not much traffic. *tr
- Air bags › Frontal
TL* the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile cutlass supreme. the contact stated that while sitting at a traffic stop, another vehicle crashed into the contact. the air bags did not deploy and the vehicle was destroyed. The contact suffered injuries to the head and was currently hospitalized. the…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile cutlass supreme. the contact stated that while sitting at a traffic stop, another vehicle crashed into the contact. the air bags did not deploy and the vehicle was destroyed. The contact suffered injuries to the head and was currently hospitalized. the contact called the manufacturer regarding the non-deployment of the air bags and the manufacturer stated that there was nothing they could do to assist. the failure mileage was 168,000. the vin was not available. updated 2/9/12 *cn
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting · Power train
When car starts up, races fast, ruff shifts into gear, cruise control wont work, and blinker IS dim when lights are on. *Tr
- Air bags › Frontal
I was driving on the highway going 70 mph when my drivers side airbag deployed on its own for no reason. *Tr
- Air bags
I had an accident a few months ago and my airbag light was blinking, but didn't deploy. Now I am afraid it will deploy while I'm driving. *tr
- Air bags › Frontal
1995 oldsmobile cutlass. While driving eastbound on the ohio turnpike when the drivers side air bag deployed and hit the driver on the right arm. *Mc the investigating officer could no evidence of damage to explain why the air bag deployed. *Jb
- Air bags
Airbag deployed while traveling down a road with no notice and no incident leading to the forementioned deployment. Stunned and confused-driver could not see and applied brakes and turned steering wheel to left to avoid oncoming traffic. *nm
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Consumer transmission failed at 47,000 miles. *ts the transmission failed although there were no leaks from the system. *nm updated 03/09/06. *Jb
- Vehicle speed control
Started engine normally, began forward movement when brake pedal became exceedingly hard, pushed transmission to neutral, and engine revolutions immediately went to 4600 rpm. could not regain control of engine speed and/or brake function. this failure mode leads to very dangerous out of control condition. this IS a design flaw when this 'fail dangerous' mode IS permitted. *nm
- Electrical system › Wiring
Intermittent smoke coming from behind steering wheel, headlights high-beam stuck on, turn signals did not work. Repeatedly moving headlight dimmer-lever seemed to temporarily correct problem. Now unable to get any high-beams, smoke comes and goes, turn-signals come and go, horn stopped working entirely. *Jb
- Air bags › Frontal
Dt: the drivers side air bag deployed while sitting in the driveway. Grand daughter had turned the key in the ignition, but did not start vehicle. This happened on june 27,2005. contacted the chevrolet dealer, and found out there was an open recall and to notify oldsmobile. contacted…
Dt: the drivers side air bag deployed while sitting in the driveway. Grand daughter had turned the key in the ignition, but did not start vehicle. This happened on june 27,2005. contacted the chevrolet dealer, and found out there was an open recall and to notify oldsmobile. contacted oldsmobile, and they said to notifiy gm, did that, and they sent out a investigator last thursday. then, received a letter from gm to give the same information that consumer already gave 5 or 6 times. *Ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
The consumer requested assistance in repairing the transmission in his 1995 oldsmobile cutlass cierra. *nm *sb *nm
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Consumer disappointed in how repairs to transmission on the 1995 oldsmobile cutlass cierra was handled.*mr the gears in the transmission failed, the first time one of the smaller shops wanted the consumer to leave the vehicle in the shop for 5 days as collateral until the part arrived and pay…
Consumer disappointed in how repairs to transmission on the 1995 oldsmobile cutlass cierra was handled.*mr the gears in the transmission failed, the first time one of the smaller shops wanted the consumer to leave the vehicle in the shop for 5 days as collateral until the part arrived and pay $1400.00 up front. the consumer continued to experience problems with the transmission. *Bf the gear would not shift into 2ND gear. *Jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
My main complaint relates to the disc brakes, rotors, and caliper assemblies on my vehicle. I have owned my vehicle since 1996 and on several occasions have had to replace the brake pads, rotors and more recently the calipers due to them freezing up. since I have purchased the car I have had at…
My main complaint relates to the disc brakes, rotors, and caliper assemblies on my vehicle. I have owned my vehicle since 1996 and on several occasions have had to replace the brake pads, rotors and more recently the calipers due to them freezing up. since I have purchased the car I have had at least two instances probably three where I changed my brake pads prematurely because of uneven wear. the caliper was not properly releasing and it was causing one pad usually the inside pad (the one without) the metal strip to wear down. in the first two cases I had to replace the brake pads, and the font rotors. more recently it happened again in the front so I had to replace the front rotors and brake pads prematurely (only a year or less since my last brake pad change). then shortly thereafter I started hearing a thumping sound from the back brakes when I applied the brake and when it was in for inspection I was told that the back brake assemblies were sticking and that the rotors were damaged. I ended up spending over $800 to replace the rear calipers, brake pads and new rotors while in for inspection. I have had this car for almost 10 years, and taken care of it from day one, but the most disappointing and expensive part IS the malfunctioning of the brake system. I don't think I am alone, my father who also owns an olds cultass has had not as much, but some of the same experiences with his brakes, calipers and rotors. I think that there IS and has been a problem with them from day one - I don't know why there was never a recall to solve the problem, but either way it has caused me to spend a lot of money ($1500-$2000 or more) over the years replacing things that should work. *Ak
- Air bags › Frontal
When starting the vehicle consumer leaned on the steering wheel, causing driver's air bag to inadvertently deploy. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Evoq was filed by tonny jennings 408 grand ave sw, fort payne, al 35967/256-845-1500. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I was driving and something dropped under my hood causing it to be stuck in one gear. I believe my transmission IS messed up. It won't go in reverse only forward. *jb
- Power train
The vehicle became stuck in first gear, which caused extended stopping distance. *Jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Consumer states that after starting vehicle it will jerk or hesitate to accelerate. had to replace transmission twice. *mr
- Air bags › Frontal
Consumer's vehicle was hit at 35mph on front passenger's side. Upon impact, air bags did not deploy. Dealer notified. *ak
- Seat belts › Rear/other
The safety belts failed while tightening childrens car seats. the plastic clips snap easily when pulling the belt tight. with the clip broken the seatbelt doesn't hold the car seat in position. *jg
- Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/rack
Vehicle IS in the stationwagon series with a luggage rack. entire luggage rack with one mattress tied to it completely detached from roof. please describe details. *ak
- Air bags › Frontal
Driver's air bag deployed while driving 20 mph down a street with no debris or bumps. please describe details. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling · Service brakes, hydraulic · Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system
Low coolant indicator, tune-up brakes
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery · Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers · Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch · Power train › Automatic transmission · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
I have had several electrical problems with this vehicle. The ABS sensor has been replaced, fuses are continuosly blowing, several electrical wires have been replaced in the shift column, the turn signal switch had to be replaced because it was corroded, the battery has been replaced 4 times. Also…
I have had several electrical problems with this vehicle. The ABS sensor has been replaced, fuses are continuosly blowing, several electrical wires have been replaced in the shift column, the turn signal switch had to be replaced because it was corroded, the battery has been replaced 4 times. Also the low coolant light flashes intermitently even though the radiator and tank are full. He ABS light has been on for at least a year and the mechanic IS unable to find the cause. Brakes are in working order and all sensors are good. Now I am having difficulty starting on hot days, the starter clicks but the engine will not start, after several tries it will then start( about 5 tries), and today I seem to be having problems with the transmission. While entering an intersection from a stop sign I lost power. The engine was running at a top of 2rpm's and could not get over 10 miles per hour. The mechanic still need to give a diagnosis on this latest problem but siad it may be a circuit problem since touching the underhood driver side circuit box caused the car to stall and restart.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
Smell gas in the vehicle, car was acting weird, the smell of gas was bad and wasn't accelerating right, it was hesitant
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.
- 10023171ABS pump running when not needed.
- 10017568Intermittent chuggle or fishbite on light acceleration or a highway speeds with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs).
- 10000782Revised piston pin removal / installation procedure.
- 6089996Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60 or 4t60-e transxales may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that IS noticeable when in park on incline.
- 619370Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60, 4t60-e or 4t65-e transaxles may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that IS noticeable when standing in park on a hill or slope with the engine running and the parking brake not applied.
- 619360Some owners may comment on driveability symptons of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire due to clogged fuel injectors.
- 615073Some V6 engines may, on a very infrequent basis, have an oil odor condition that IS generally encountered after the engine's oil has been changed.typically the odor lasts approximately 1000 miles after the change of oil and then does not reappear until the next change of oil.
- 604343Some owners may experience a driveability symptom of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire.
- 601915Comments on a ticking type noise that begins shortly after cold engine start-up and gradually diminishes as the engine warms up.
- 600282Some vehicles may experience a driveability symptom of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire.
- 51296Intermittent neutral or loss of drive at highway speeds or from fourth gear (replace control valve body assembly).
- 45881Grinding and/or growling noise in park on incline.*sd
- 45851Coolant leak at the front cover outlet to heater inlet nipple (new torque specification).
- 45820Unknown
- 45815Cold engine tick or rattle after start-up (replace piston/pin assembly).
- 45803No start, battery fully discharged (replace primary cooling fan relay install new prom)
- 43032Unknown
- 43013Unknown
- 41083Popping noise from left side of vehicle during moderate braking or acceleration (fabricate and install shim).
- 39725Oil leak at the rocker cover.
- 39308Cold start rattle noise.
- 39299Harsh 1-2 upshifts.
- 39083Exhaust manifold seal squeak.
- 39080Rear strut related thumping/squeaking noise.
- 37931Door lock/power window switches binding.
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