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


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
AIR BAGS - FRONTAL
90E043004GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 11/01/1989 to 07/01/1990E (Equipment)3912/07/1990MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.10/30/199011/01/1990
Defect SummaryThreaded 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 SummaryInflator component separation allows hot combustion gasesto escape into the passenger compartment which could result in injuries to vehicle occupants.
Corrective SummaryReplace air bag modules containing potentially defective inflators.
NotesNote: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
90V164000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 03/01/1990 to 04/01/1990V (Vehicle)6396410/05/1990MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/06/199009/18/1990
Defect SummaryTransaxle shift control cable may disengage from the from the floor shift control with loss of gear indicator reference and shift selector operation.
Consequence SummaryDriver 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 SummaryInstall a transaxle shift control cable retaining clip to prevent cable disengagement.
NotesSystem: transaxle; shift control cable.vehicle description: passenger cars.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING
95V110000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 03/01/1989 to 07/01/1992V (Vehicle)11334306/21/1995ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/31/199506/01/1995
Defect SummaryThe 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 SummaryThis condition can prevent a person from using their restraint system resulting in an increased risk of injury in an accident.
Corrective SummaryDealer will install a webbing stop button if the customer requests repair.
NotesSystem: 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 IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
EA94010GENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/28/199406/16/1995SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FAILS95V110000
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
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
08/21/2000110/01/1990
 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