1992 OLDSMOBILE TORONADO
2 recalls, 5 complaints - 7 TSBs
95V110000 May 31, 1995
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Defect Description
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
THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT A PERSON FROM USING THEIR RESTRAINT SYSTEM RESULTING IN AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALER WILL INSTALL A WEBBING STOP BUTTON IF THE CUSTOMER REQUESTS REPAIR.
91V157000 Sep 18, 1991
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Defect Description
THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT TO STEERING RACK LOWER COUPLING PINCH BOLT MAY BE MISSING.
Consequence
IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS AND SHAFT DISENGAGEMENT OCCURS, LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WILL BE EXPERIENCED BY THE DRIVER WHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
INSTALL PINCH BOLT.
Complaint Statistics
5 total complaints
2 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
AIR BAGS
Mar 5, 1999
Incident date: Jun 20, 1997
NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG DURING VEHICLE COLLISION.
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Oct 22, 1997
WHEN APPLYING THE ABS BRAKES IN A SUDDEN STOP, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jun 28, 1996
Incident date: Mar 8, 1996
ANTILOCK BRAKES LOCKED UP, CAUSING ACCIDENT. *SD
Crash
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Aug 1, 1995
Incident date: Jul 10, 1995
RECEIVED RECALL FOR SHOULDER BELT, DEALER HAS NO PARTS. VOYLES OLDS 404 952-8881. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Aug 1, 1995
Incident date: Jul 10, 1995
SHOULDER BELT RECALL REPAIRS REFUSED DUE TO UNAVAILABILITY OF PARTS (95V-110). *AK
EPA Fuel Economy, 1992 OLDSMOBILE TORONADO
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 24.0 | 19.0 | Regular | $3,250 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1992 OLDSMOBILE TORONADO
7 manufacturer communications from 6 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| 106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| 105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE | 1 |
| 105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT | 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
990730030A
Apr 1, 2001
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
OWNERS 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 PARKING
990730030
Dec 1, 1999
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
SOME 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. *TT
577106A
Feb 1, 1997
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
COLD START RATTLE NOISE (DIAGNOSIS/SERVICE PROCEDURE). *TW
577106A
Dec 1, 1996
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
COLD START RATTLE NOISE. *TW
9573T4001
Aug 1, 1995
105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
GRINDING AND/OR GROWLING NOISE IN PARK ON INCLINE.*SD
577106
Feb 1, 1995
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
COLD START RATTLE NOISE. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, OLDSMOBILE TORONADO
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE93088
Opened: Oct 7, 1993 , Closed: Feb 28, 1994
SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FAILS
There is no summary currently available
DP83014
Opened: Jul 13, 1983 , Closed: Nov 24, 1983
DIESEL OIL LEAK AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEM
DIESEL OIL LEAK AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS
OLDSMOBILE TORONADO - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the OLDSMOBILE TORONADO across all model years (1967, 1992).
27
Total Recalls
45
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
5
Reported Crashes
4
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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