1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Owner complaints
43 complaints3 involved a crash2 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Air bags › Frontal
While starting the vehicle driver's air bag deployed. passenger sustained a cut to forehead and bruises to the knees when coming in contact with the air bag. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Power train · Service brakes, hydraulic · Unknown or other
The brakes are a constant repair they never worked and constantly need replacement the dealer "fixed" the brakes but shortly after -the ABS light came on and they won't honor the braked job because they entered in the wrong date of repair date. the cooling system IS always needed for…
The brakes are a constant repair they never worked and constantly need replacement the dealer "fixed" the brakes but shortly after -the ABS light came on and they won't honor the braked job because they entered in the wrong date of repair date. the cooling system IS always needed for these cars. Mine has been sitting for months now with the brakes out and the cooling system leaking with an expensive repair of 500.00 -some metal tube leaks -they have to take the entire car apart to fix it !
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Vehicle, was taken to a repair shop for an inspection, and mechanic determined that engine k-frame corroded, and had to be replaced. *ak
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting › Brake lights
Brake lights continuously went out without warning. When this occurred fuse and the bulb blew out, and needed to be replaced. This was caused by a short in the electrical system. Vehicle had been serviced 3 times, and a diagnostic test was performed, but the problem was not resolved. *ak *mr
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control
After parking the vehicle and turning the engine off consumer smelled a very strong gasoline odor inside and outside the vehicle. the dealer could not determine the cause of the odor. *Ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Fuel tank rusted out and leaked gas and fumes. *jb
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
On a 1994 oldsmobile cutlass supreme convertible with the 3.4 liter DOHC engine, the high pressure (i.e., inlet) power steering line failed catastrophically. the point of failure was about 2 inches above where the line turns 90 degrees vertically up at the right frame rail and between the…
On a 1994 oldsmobile cutlass supreme convertible with the 3.4 liter DOHC engine, the high pressure (i.e., inlet) power steering line failed catastrophically. the point of failure was about 2 inches above where the line turns 90 degrees vertically up at the right frame rail and between the transmission housing and the front frame rear cross-member. a bolt and bracket for different assembly interfered with and wore a hole in the flexible part of the line. *nlm
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Intermintently the windshield wipers inoperable obstructing the drivers view. A recall has been issued on this similar makes and models, however this vehicle IS not due to vin# dealer and manufacturer has been notified. Please provide further information. ts
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
ABS light will come on and stay on. Also, there IS extended stopping distance. contacted dealer. *ak consumer stated that vehicle was at dealer several times but dealer couldn't find anything wrong with the brakes. The problem still exist. *Yh
- Vehicle speed control
Vehicle has problem accelerating. dealer stated that a valve could be defective, contacted dealer, and dealer could not find cause of problem. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Vehicle was going 35mph and emerrgency brake light and antilock brake light illuminated. Brakes failed, and vehicle was forced to run a red light. Brakes were making a hissing noise before they failed. An independent mechanic diagnosed that master cylinder, rotors and discs failed. Oldsmobile manufacturer was notified. *Ak *yh
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Switch/wiring
Recall 97v017000o repairs concerning windshield wiper/washer switch were done in 1997. On 1 june 2002, windshield wipers stopped working. Dealer replaced wiring mechanism.*ak consumer adds windshield wiper system failed again. mechanic replaced the switch assembly and an inspection of the failed…
Recall 97v017000o repairs concerning windshield wiper/washer switch were done in 1997. On 1 june 2002, windshield wipers stopped working. Dealer replaced wiring mechanism.*ak consumer adds windshield wiper system failed again. mechanic replaced the switch assembly and an inspection of the failed part showed that it had the required nylon tie on the wires, except for one wire which was missing. the wire which broke over time, was the reason for the safety recall. *tt
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Consumer noticed extended braking distance, mechanic determined that the rear calipers were frozen, rust being the cause. *nlm *yd
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Hoses/lines/piping/fittings · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Consumer states that fuel was leaking all over driveway. consumer states one of the fuel lines was leaking. Dealer replaced metal fuel line with a rubber hose. Consumer states that 99000 miles vehicle started to smoke. Consumer raised hood and oil was squirting across engine, took to mechanic and they stated that an incorrect hose was put on. Consumer states car almost caught fire.
- Air bags › Frontal
Driver's side air bag suddenly deployed when vehicle was started. dealership/manufacturer have not examined vehicle to determine a cause. please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak
- Vehicle speed control › Cables
While driving about 25 mph accelerator cable snapped. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Rear caliper locked up while driving 20-25 mph. Towed/repaired at an independent repair shop. Manufacturer notified, and was unwilling to help in this matter. *ak
- Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Flasher unit · Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
The recline mechanism in the driver's seat slips under acceleration, causing the seat to recline and making it very difficult to reach the steering wheel or other controls. the turn signal switch in the steering column operates intermittently, making lane changing difficult and dangerous. there IS also concern that if there IS an electrical short the possibility of fire exists.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Consumer owns a 1991, 1994, and 1996 cutlass supreme, all of which have experienced numerous brake system problems, brake pads and rotors have been replaced, calipers loaded, and bearings were packed, consumer requests reimbursement. *slc
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
Brake pedal locks up or goes to floor similiar to the 1991-96 GMC SUV EBC4 failure without warning usually when car IS cold but other times intermittedly.
- Parking brake › Conventional · Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Front passenger's side and driver's side seatbelt are too loose. Consumer feels this IS not safe, maybe a problem with retractors. consumer stated emergency brake was broke.*ak
- Vehicle speed control › Cables
Vehicle would not accelerate or come out of idle due to a broken throttle cable. Dealer replaced the broken cable throttle. This has happened twice.*ak
- Tires
On the afternoon of july 11, the tread on my left rear tire came apart. Before I could stop and pull over to the side of the road, the tread beat the side of my car causing in excess of $2,300 damage. My insurance company covered $1,800 of the damage. I feel that firestone should be responsible for…
On the afternoon of july 11, the tread on my left rear tire came apart. Before I could stop and pull over to the side of the road, the tread beat the side of my car causing in excess of $2,300 damage. My insurance company covered $1,800 of the damage. I feel that firestone should be responsible for the rest of the damage. Unfortunately, when I had the spare tire installed, I did not save the old tire. I had all the tires replaced the following week and did save the other three. I had two other people in the car at the time of the tire separation that can verify the event.( dot number: tire size: p225/60r16 )
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor · Unknown or other
Engine check light and the anti- lock brake light are illuminated on the dashboard. also, experiencing problems with excessive wear of the brake rotors. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
ABS has been locking up over a period of time. ABS would turn on & off at any time & consumer was afraid that vehicle could be affected in snow & rain. consumer wanted manufacturer to put in writing that ABS was safe & they refused to do so. they stated that it was not a saftey feature since some cars came with ABS , and some didn't. *ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Inappropriate air bag deployment
The failure rate (1.25/100k) on this issue IS low.a safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of the agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constiture a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.odi will continue to…
The failure rate (1.25/100k) on this issue IS low.a safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of the agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constiture a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.odi will continue to closely monitor this issue.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.an engineering analysis closing report IS included in the public file.
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.
- 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.
- 6088680Customers may complain of grinding / scraping / groaning noise from rear suspension.
- 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.
- 615074Some vehicles may exhibit front suspension scrunch / popping type noise coming from the front of vehicle that IS apparent during low speed turning maneuvers.
- 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.
- 54419Comment that the ABS light IS on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) 46 and 86 set as current or history.
- 54418Some vehicles experience difficulties to depress accelerator pedal and/or an accelerator cable separation.
- 54328Experiencing intermittent steering column snap or click noise when turning.
- 54066Subject pertaining to driveability symptoms due to fuel injector deposits.
- 52580Difficult to depress accelerator pedal and/or accelerator cable separation (install accelerator cable and clip).
- 51497Cold start rattle noise (diagnosis/service procedure).
- 51353Excessive oil consumption (replace pcv harness).
- 51272Recall 97v-017 - pivot and (pulse/dimmer) windshield washer switch - general motors has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 1994 pontiac grand prix, 1994-95 buick regal, oldsmobile cutlass supreme and 1995 chevrolet lumina/montecarlo model vehicles - some of these vehicles have a strained or separated washer/wiper switch power feed wire -this may cause the windshield washer/wiper to work intermittently and could ultimately result in inoperativ wipers - if this were to occur in a severe weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning - to correct this concern, dealers are to service all vehicles subject to this campaign at no charge to customers, regardless of mileage, age of vehicle, or ownership, from this time on - recall 97v-017.
- 50571Cold start rattle noise.
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