Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 1992

Model Cutlass Supreme made in 1992 by Oldsmobile got 34 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 8 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, power train and service brakes, hydraulic. There was one recall concerning fuel system, other . The car has 2 modeles with engines 3.1l, 3.4l.

Model 1992

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 3.1L) 6Lockup/automatic, 3 gearsFWD19/27/2221/34/26Regular$ 8195910821
( 3.1L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsFWD19/29/2221/37/26Regular$ 8195910821
( 3.4L) 6Lockup/automatic, 4 gearsFWD17/26/2019/34/24Regular$ 9005910821
( 3.4L) 6Manual, 5 gearsFWD17/27/2018/34/23Regular$ 9005910821

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
07E021000DELPHI E (Equipment)74204/27/2007MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/12/200703/12/2007
Defect SummaryCertain 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.
Consequence SummaryFuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective SummaryDelphi 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.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket delphi fuel pressure regulators and has no relation to any original equipment installed by general motors.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
876002A07/01/1998876002615073Some 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 re12/26/2000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
67600102/01/199751353Excessive oil consumption (replace pcv harness). *tw12/15/1999
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
577106A12/01/199657-71-0650571Cold start rattle noise. *tw05/27/1997
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
990730030A04/01/2001990730030619370Owners 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 parking05/24/2001
99073003012/01/19995751136089996Some 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. *tt03/01/2000
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT
577106A02/01/199757-71-0651497Cold start rattle noise (diagnosis/service procedure). *tw06/27/1997
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
97080173502608/01/199754419Comment that the abs light is on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) 46 and 86 set as current or history. *yc04/07/1998
SUSPENSION
99030900410/01/19996088680Customers may complain of grinding / scraping / groaning noise from rear suspension. *tt12/29/1999

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
AIR BAGS
08/15/1999
 Independent repair shop informed consumer that vehicle had no airbags while repairing harness wiring, leading into steering wheel. also, excessive wear of brake pads which were being replaced once every year. provide further details. *ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
03/01/20051
 Oldsmobile cutlass supreme 1992 computer in dash malfunction. *bf the consumer was unable to see how fast she was traveling or how much gas she had. *jb
1
 Problems with fender scratches on body, damage axle boot, motor damage, spark plugs, exhaust, etc...*mr the consumer believed the repair shop damaged the vehicle while under their care. the transmission shifter was out of alignment, the alternator was replaced and the battery exploded. *ph the rpm's on the vehicle raced extremely high, it was determined there was a vacuum leak in the intake manifold gasket, also the oil pan gasket was replaced. the consumer stated the vehicle also experienced electrical problems which were caused by the repair shop as well as other damages incurred by them. *jb
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
01/03/20041005/06/1999
 Starter and alternator going bad and just replaced battery im trying to find if starters or alternators have been recalled on an 1992 olds. cutlass supreme sl. *cb
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
 Consumer was turning a corner when smoke came from steering column and directional light failed. cause unknown. please provie further information.*ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
06/08/20051350001
 Dt: problem began a couple of weeks ago. there was smoke coming from steering column. problem was noticed while in motion. it seemed to happen when it was hot outside. vehicle was not overheating. then, left and right turn signals went out as well as the horn. upon inspection by the mechanic, it was reported that there was a bad switch in the steering column ,and the wires were frayed. vehicle is now in the shop. owner contacted gm, and provided her vin, was told there were no recalls.*ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
03/15/20030
 The control panel flashes on and off and the brightness changes when headlights are on. the dimmer control has no affect and the panel flashes brightly at night. the gas tank releases fumes when it's filled and a suction pressure builds up in the tank, causing air squeaks at the gas tank cap. the rims leak and the tires (which are brand new) have to be filled constantly. the heater barely blows hard enough and the air conditioner doesn't work at all. an auto mechanic told me that his 92 cutlass supreme has the same exact problems. i didn't mention the control panel to him and he asked if mine was malfunctioning like his was. the steering wheel is off center as well, and has to be turned to the left even on a straight road to keep the tires straight
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
01/01/1901600001
 1992 cutlass supreme excessive oil consumption.***no answer required***. *mr there has been no visible sign of and oil leak nor does the vehicle smoke while driving. *nm
1
 Problems with fender scratches on body, damage axle boot, motor damage, spark plugs, exhaust, etc...*mr the consumer believed the repair shop damaged the vehicle while under their care. the transmission shifter was out of alignment, the alternator was replaced and the battery exploded. *ph the rpm's on the vehicle raced extremely high, it was determined there was a vacuum leak in the intake manifold gasket, also the oil pan gasket was replaced. the consumer stated the vehicle also experienced electrical problems which were caused by the repair shop as well as other damages incurred by them. *jb
03/20/1997
 When slowing down to abot 18 mph vehicle will began jerking then shuts off. when driving on incline vehicle does the same thing and also you would hear metal rattling, dealer replaced alternator but problem still exist. vehicle has been to dealer 4 to 5 times consumer is concern that dealer would not find problem before (june 27, 1997 ) warrnety expires.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
 While traveling 10-15 mph and after coming to a stop vehicle would intermittently stall. soon after vehicle restarted. please provide further information.*ak
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL
03/15/20030
 The control panel flashes on and off and the brightness changes when headlights are on. the dimmer control has no affect and the panel flashes brightly at night. the gas tank releases fumes when it's filled and a suction pressure builds up in the tank, causing air squeaks at the gas tank cap. the rims leak and the tires (which are brand new) have to be filled constantly. the heater barely blows hard enough and the air conditioner doesn't work at all. an auto mechanic told me that his 92 cutlass supreme has the same exact problems. i didn't mention the control panel to him and he asked if mine was malfunctioning like his was. the steering wheel is off center as well, and has to be turned to the left even on a straight road to keep the tires straight
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - SWITCH
02/05/199805/01/1996
 Turn signal switch shorted causing smoke to come from the steering wheel and an electrical burning odor to fill the passenger compartment.
02/05/199805/01/1996
 Turn signal switch shorted out and smoke came from the steering column.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
03/15/20030
 The control panel flashes on and off and the brightness changes when headlights are on. the dimmer control has no affect and the panel flashes brightly at night. the gas tank releases fumes when it's filled and a suction pressure builds up in the tank, causing air squeaks at the gas tank cap. the rims leak and the tires (which are brand new) have to be filled constantly. the heater barely blows hard enough and the air conditioner doesn't work at all. an auto mechanic told me that his 92 cutlass supreme has the same exact problems. i didn't mention the control panel to him and he asked if mine was malfunctioning like his was. the steering wheel is off center as well, and has to be turned to the left even on a straight road to keep the tires straight
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
1
 Problems with fender scratches on body, damage axle boot, motor damage, spark plugs, exhaust, etc...*mr the consumer believed the repair shop damaged the vehicle while under their care. the transmission shifter was out of alignment, the alternator was replaced and the battery exploded. *ph the rpm's on the vehicle raced extremely high, it was determined there was a vacuum leak in the intake manifold gasket, also the oil pan gasket was replaced. the consumer stated the vehicle also experienced electrical problems which were caused by the repair shop as well as other damages incurred by them. *jb
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
01/01/2000
 Seat belts don't catch,they keep allowing you to go forward,in the event of an accident it will still throw you through the windshield. *ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
03/05/20041
 Brake pads have been replaced more than once per year. calipers have been replaced two or three times. vehicle will not do an emergency stop. it takes a long distance to stop normally. the abs does not work properly. mechanics say this is common on this vehicle. *ak
04/10/2000112/01/1991
 Abs prevents emergency stops; stops are controlled but require excessive distance; like stepping on a wall for response; have complained to dealer since car was new ; dealer says is nature of this kind of abs and nothing can be done. *ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
09/11/2001
 Brakes not working properly, had to apply brakes hard to get vehicle to stop, and made a popping sound when this occur. dealer notified. feel free to provide any further information on this matter.*ak
3
 The front and back brake calipers have been replaced twice, the brakes have been replaced 3 times. *slc
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC
08/15/1999
 Independent repair shop informed consumer that vehicle had no airbags while repairing harness wiring, leading into steering wheel. also, excessive wear of brake pads which were being replaced once every year. provide further details. *ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER
03/05/20041
 Brake pads have been replaced more than once per year. calipers have been replaced two or three times. vehicle will not do an emergency stop. it takes a long distance to stop normally. the abs does not work properly. mechanics say this is common on this vehicle. *ak
3
 The front and back brake calipers have been replaced twice, the brakes have been replaced 3 times. *slc
11/01/1996
 The braking system malfunctioned due to the defective calipers which caused extended stopping distance. dealer said the calipers were frozen. problem reoccurring. please provide further details. *ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS
03/05/20041
 Brake pads have been replaced more than once per year. calipers have been replaced two or three times. vehicle will not do an emergency stop. it takes a long distance to stop normally. the abs does not work properly. mechanics say this is common on this vehicle. *ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM
09/11/2001
 Rear brakes failed to operate;. dealer notified. feel free to provide any further information on this matter.*ak
STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
09/11/2001
 Tie rod end is popping while driving. dealer notified. feel free to provide any further information on this matter.*ak
STRUCTURE - BODY
1
 Problems with fender scratches on body, damage axle boot, motor damage, spark plugs, exhaust, etc...*mr the consumer believed the repair shop damaged the vehicle while under their care. the transmission shifter was out of alignment, the alternator was replaced and the battery exploded. *ph the rpm's on the vehicle raced extremely high, it was determined there was a vacuum leak in the intake manifold gasket, also the oil pan gasket was replaced. the consumer stated the vehicle also experienced electrical problems which were caused by the repair shop as well as other damages incurred by them. *jb
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER BALL JOINT
09/11/2001
 Both frontal upper ball joints ar molding out, and causing wheels to rub while driving;. dealer notified. feel free to provide any further information on this matter.*ak
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
09/11/2001
 Rear leaf spring making a squeaking noise while traveling dealer notified. feel free to provide any further information on this matter.*ak
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
12/27/1999
 Cruise controle sticks/ vehicle idles, and will not stop unless consumer shifts to neutral. *ak
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL
12/27/1999
 Cruise controle sticks/ vehicle idles, and will not stop unless consumer shifts to neutral. *ak
WHEELS
03/15/20030
 The control panel flashes on and off and the brightness changes when headlights are on. the dimmer control has no affect and the panel flashes brightly at night. the gas tank releases fumes when it's filled and a suction pressure builds up in the tank, causing air squeaks at the gas tank cap. the rims leak and the tires (which are brand new) have to be filled constantly. the heater barely blows hard enough and the air conditioner doesn't work at all. an auto mechanic told me that his 92 cutlass supreme has the same exact problems. i didn't mention the control panel to him and he asked if mine was malfunctioning like his was. the steering wheel is off center as well, and has to be turned to the left even on a straight road to keep the tires straight