1991 OLDSMOBILE CUSTOM CRUISER
3 recalls — 6 complaints — 4 TSBs
07E088000 Oct 24, 2007
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AN... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy
HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
92V094000 Jul 1, 1992
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
THE SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOP PLASTIC COVERING MAY CRACK AND EXPOSE THE STEEL SUB-PLATE.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE EXPOSED STEELSUB-PLATE CAN CUT THE SAFETY BELT WEBBING RESULTING IN INCREASED POSSIBILITYAND/OR SEVERITY OF INJURY TO THE AFFECTED SEAT OCCUPANT.
Remedy
INSTALL NEW SHOULDER BELT GUIDE LOOPS.
91V186000 Oct 29, 1991
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Defect Description
SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLIES CAN CORRODE, CAUSING A HIGH LATCH RELEASE EFFORT AND POSSIBLY PREVENTING THE HOOD FROM LATCHING PROPERLY WHEN IT IS CLOSED.
Consequence
IF THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH IS NOT PROPERLY ENGAGED, ANDTHE PRIMARY HOOD LATCH WAS ALSO NOT ENGAGED, THE HOOD COULD OPEN AND CONTACT THEWINDSHIELD WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, REDUCING THE FORWARD VISION AREA OFTHE DRIVER AND RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy
INSTALL A NEW SECONDARY HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY.
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
1 crashes 1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 1 |
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Sep 28, 2005
Incident date: Sep 28, 2005
I HAVE A 1991 OLDSMOBILE CUSTOM CRUISER (STATION WAGON). FOR THE LAST TWO DAYS, VEHICLE HAS BEEN "SWIGGLY" WHEN COMING TO A STOP. NOT SO BAD YESTERDAY, NOTICEABLY WORSE TODAY. A STUCK FRONT CALIPER WAS SUSPECTED. HOWEVER, ON THE WAY HOME FROM WORK TODAY VEHICLE BECAME VERY UNSTABLE WHILE DECELER... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Jan 18, 2000
Incident date: Dec 10, 1999
AS SOON AS CONSUMER WENT TO TURN IGINTION, GREAT AMOUNT OF SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM ENGINE. WITHIN SECONDS VEHICLE WAS TOTALLY ENGULFED BY FLAMES. *AK
Fire
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Mar 25, 1999
Incident date: Aug 13, 1998
DASHBOARD REFLECTS IN THE WINDSHIELD WHEN DRIVING, THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED, AND THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Mar 19, 1999
Incident date: Mar 12, 1999
THE FEMALE PART ON THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT IS BROKEN. THE SEAT BELT WILL NOT BUCKLE. THE DEALER IS NOT AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jun 18, 1998
Incident date: Jun 15, 1998
VEHICLE INVOLVED IN FRONTAL IMPACT CRASH AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 12, 1995
Incident date: Jan 11, 1995
AUTO-TRAN: ENGINE ACCELERATED WHILE PARKED AND SHIFTING FROM 1ST TO PARK; LURCHED FORWARD; HIT 2 PARKED VEHICLES; 2ND OCCURENCE. HIT GARAGE WALL, 1ST OCCURENCE.
Crash
EPA Fuel Economy — 1991 OLDSMOBILE CUSTOM CRUISER
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0L 8-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 23.0 | 17.0 | Regular | $3,950 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize-Large Station Wagons)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 1991 OLDSMOBILE CUSTOM CRUISER
4 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | 2 |
| 103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT | 1 |
| 061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) | 1 |
130089009
Sep 1, 2013
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
020730024A
Aug 1, 2005
103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
DIAGNOSIS OF CRACKED OR BROKEN TRANSMISSION CASE. *TT 2006 AND PRIOR CARS AND LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS. *TT
438206A
Jun 1, 1995
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
UNKNOWN
438206
Dec 1, 1994
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
WIPER CHATTER DURING COLD WEATHER. *TW
OLDSMOBILE CUSTOM CRUISER — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the OLDSMOBILE CUSTOM CRUISER across all model years (1977–1992).
16
Total Recalls
50
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths
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