Oldsmobile Ciera 1991
Model Ciera made in 1991 by Oldsmobile got 15 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. The car had one investigation (engine and engine cooling). There were some recalls concerningseat belts, seats.
Model 1991
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V173000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1988 to 08/30/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 2216325 | 10/19/1995 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/15/1995 | 09/12/1995 | 571 | 210 | |||||
| Defect Summary | These vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. this does not comply with fmvss no.210, seat belt assembly anchorages. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle. the safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive. additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior; active restraints; belt anchor and attachment; fmvss no.210.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300; chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020; pontiac at 1-800-762-2737; or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V124000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1989 to 07/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 319181 | 09/24/1992 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/01/1992 | 09/04/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The high current caused by the electrical short welds thecircuit breaker elements together in the closed position, leaving the circuitunprotected and generating sufficient heat to burn the wire insulation andignite the seat cushion material. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Repair any abraded wiring and reroute the wiring harness using a wiring harness clip. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: interior: seating.vehicle description: passenger cars with 6 way power seats or power recliners. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||
| PE94048 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 06/21/1994 | 12/30/1994 | SUB-FRAME ABSORBER FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| While driving, at approx. 10-12mph, in ice & snow, making left turn, engine stalled, allowing to be hit by another vehicle. tt | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| The anti freeze keeps getting in the motor could be from the head gasket . tt | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH | |||
| 11/15/1990 | 4 | ||
| The cap covering wiring to directional signal control falls off onto floor, could fall under brake/accelerator pedal; would hinder braking and accleration. tt | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 07/06/1995 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle failed to start due to rubber hose of gas tank seperating. a huge puddle of gas had dripped on garage. dealer states filter mounting bolt tightened. *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS | |||
| 11/22/2010 | 60000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1991 oldsmobile ciera. the contact was concerned about a recall they found for the seat belt anchorage they found on the internet for the vehicle. the recall campaign number is 95v173000. the contact had not had any problems with the seat belt, but was concerned that it could fail in an accident. the failure mileage and current mileages was 60000.rl | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 01/12/1998 | 1 | ||
| Seat belt buckle failed. | |||
| SEAT BELTS - REAR | |||
| 01/30/1995 | |||
| When asked alaska sales & service dealer about note on seat belt on childs seat use it ok and not a problem. now recalled mfr #96c01. list other comments. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| Rear disc brake showing corrosion after examined by smith auth sales gm. please describe details. tt | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 07/23/1994 | 3 | ||
| Rubber portion of steering column knob fell off. *sd | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 04/05/1996 | 1 | ||
| After washing the car, vehicle accelerated across the street, hitting two other vehicles. *ak | |||
| 07/06/1995 | 1 | ||
| Cruise control engaged without warning. *ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CABLES | |||
| 05/15/1997 | |||
| When driving along and wanting to slow down, the vehicle suddenly speeds up. vehicle will stall in the middle of the highway and just cut right off. vehicle has been taken to three different places and they can't find anything wrong. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR | |||
| 10/29/1996 | |||
| The moulding (rubber strip) is coming loose from around the rear window, causing the window to come out. please describe in detail. *ak | |||