Oldsmobile Toronado 1990
Model Toronado made in 1990 by Oldsmobile got 17 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, other and seat belts. The car had one investigation (seat belts). There were some recalls concerningair bags, power train and seat belts.
Model 1990
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 | |||||
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AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | ||||||||||||||||
90E043004 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 11/01/1989 to 07/01/1990 | E (Equipment) | 39 | 12/07/1990 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/30/1990 | 11/01/1990 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Threaded inflator components may have been damaged during assembly which may allow components to separate when inflator receives a signal to deploy the air bag. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | Inflator component separation allows hot combustion gasesto escape into the passenger compartment which could result in injuries to vehicle occupants. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Replace air bag modules containing potentially defective inflators. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Note:this campaign was initiated by trw, inc., manufacturer of the air bag module system:air bag modules.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with driver side supplemental airbag modules. | |||||||||||||||
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - FLOOR SHIFT | ||||||||||||||||
90V164000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 03/01/1990 to 04/01/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 63964 | 10/05/1990 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/06/1990 | 09/18/1990 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Transaxle shift control cable may disengage from the from the floor shift control with loss of gear indicator reference and shift selector operation. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | Driver would not be able to determine actual gearposition the transaxle is in, which could result in unexpected vehicle movementand an accident without prior warning. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Install a transaxle shift control cable retaining clip to prevent cable disengagement. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: transaxle; shift control cable.vehicle description: passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING | ||||||||||||||||
95V110000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 03/01/1989 to 07/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 113343 | 06/21/1995 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/31/1995 | 06/01/1995 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The front outer shoulder belt web sew stop can become stuck in the retractor. the belt can be difficult to pull out of the retractor and some occupants may not be able to fasten the belt. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This condition can prevent a person from using their restraint system resulting in an increased risk of injury in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealer will install a webbing stop button if the customer requests repair. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: interior; shoulder belts.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact buick at 1-800-521-7300; oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537; orcadillac at 1-800-458-8006. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. |
Investigations
NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | ||||||
EA94010 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/28/1994 | 06/16/1995 | SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FAILS | 95V110000 | |
There is no summary currently available |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||
Consumer states the computer chip to start the vehicle is malfunctioning. the dashboard reads starting disabled. the problem is intermittent. the dealer was notified. please provide more information. mr | |||
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
1 | |||
The wiring harness under the dash experienced and electrical short causing the dash lights and indicator not to work on damp or cold weather. nlm | |||
12/03/1996 | |||
Analog instrument panel failed with owner no longer knowing displayed information. dealer says analog cluster needs replacement. no replacement at this time. please describe details; 95v224000. listed for same problem under cadillac eldorado. *ak | |||
04/01/1996 | |||
Electrical short, causing no visual sight in the inside of the vehicle.*ak | |||
03/24/1996 | |||
Fire department said catalytic converter could be the cause, insurance said the fire was electricial, fire totalled the vehicle. *ak | |||
OTHER | |||
08/06/1999 | |||
Instrument panel is inoperative. occupant cannot see or use the gauges on the panel. please provide further information and vin#. *ak | |||
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
06/20/1995 | |||
Lap/shoulder belt on driver side in the rear of vehicle, latch and will not unlatch, a child was in the seat belt over tighten and could get child out. tt | |||
SEATS | |||
01/27/1999 | |||
While driving the driver's seat rocked backwards, when checked out the steel bracket was broken on the left side. dealer notified. problem still exists. *ak *ml | |||
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
02/28/1990 | |||
When the brakes are applied the vehicle pulls to the left. | |||
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
When the brakes are applied pedal goes to the floor, resulting in an extended stopping distance. the dealer will replace the master cylinder. consumer now experiencing total loss of braking power with abs. the manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
09/12/1990 | |||
Upon application of abs brakes in panic stop, vehicle pulls to the left and experiences reduced braking effectiveness for about a second, then brakes begin to operate normally. *ak | |||
09/18/1995 | |||
Abs system failure, vehicle pulls to the right when braking. tt | |||
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
When the brakes are applied pedal goes to the floor, resulting in an extended stopping distance. the dealer will replace the master cylinder. consumer now experiencing total loss of braking power with abs. the manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
The bolt that holds the steering wheel is coming a loose . please describe . *ak | |||
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
08/21/2000 | 1 | 10/01/1990 | |
Engine cradle broke upon making a left hand turn. driver lost steering control of car but managed to stop it before impacting anything. cradle was removed from car and found to be sound and almost rust free except for a section about 6 inches long in the vicinity of the right front wheel (and directly below the ac unit). that 6 inch long section was almost completely rusted away and what little material remained apparently broke during the left hand turn. the engine cradle remained firmly attached to the body at the 6 mounting points. | |||
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||
04/01/1996 | |||
Electrical short, causing no visual sight in the inside of the vehicle.*ak |