Oldsmobile Aurora 1995
Complaint Information: Recalls, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins, Recall Investigations, OBD II Codes
Recall 41895 [USA]: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Some passenger vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. Additionally, the 1995 model year uses a unique underhood fuel return line that may crack. Cracking of the fuel rail or return line tubing can result in a fuel leak into the engine compartment.
dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine fuel rail with a new stainless steel fuel rail. Dealers will also install a revised chassis fuel return line. The recall began on june 2, 2004, for 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora vehicles. Owners of 1995 cadillacs and 1996-1997 oldsmobile aurora were sent letters on august 6, 2004. Additional letters to owners will be forthcoming. Owners should contact oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.
gm recall no. 04014.Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).Recall 7653 [USA]: In a crash, an occupant may receive more severe injuries if there is excessive slack in the shoulder belt.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear shoulder belt(s) do not retract. A retainer could separate from a rear seat shoulder belt retractor which results in the retractor return spring becoming disengaged.
dealers will inspect both rear shoulder belt retractors for correct function and install a spring cover retaining strap to each retractor. If a retractor does not function correctly, it will be replaced.
gm recall no. 00023.Owner notification began november 15, 2000.Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537 or buick at 1-800-521-7300. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).Recall 2000054 [Canada]: Seats and restraints
Certain vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the rear shoulder belt(s) do not retract due to the retractor return spring becoming disengaged from the spool shaft. In a crash, there may be slack in the shoulder belt and the occupant may receive more severe injuries. Correction: dealers are to inspect both rear shoulder belt retractors for correct function and install a spring cover retaining strap to each retractor. If a retractor does not function correctly, it will be replaced.
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 130089009 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM): Expanded availability for remanufacture and return (r&r) electronic control modules
- PIP4723F - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: This preliminary information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the tire pressure monitor, active fuel injector tester, multi media tester, pico scope, gr8 starting/charging tester and
- PIP4723D - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This preliminary information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the tire pressure monitor, active fuel injector tester, multi media tester, pico scope, gr8 starting/charging tester and
- 19NA273 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on procedures to unlock delco radio with theftlock.
- PIC4696E - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
- 17NA073 - EQUIPMENT: This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- PIC4696D - EQUIPMENT: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
- PIP4723C - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: This preliminary information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the tire pressure monitor, active fuel injector tester, multi media tester, pico scope, gr8 starting/charging tester and
- 17NA073 - EQUIPMENT: This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- PIC4696C - EQUIPMENT: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theft lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock c
- 17-NA-073 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- PIC4696B - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
- PIC4696A - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are delco theftlock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
- PIP4723B - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: This preliminary information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the tire pressure monitor, active fuel injector tester, multi media tester, pico scope, gr8 starting/charging tester and
- PIC-4887 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER: Gmc: harsh ride or line installation concern with delco shock kit. Concerns with connecting the lines to the shocks and the air compressor. Concern of harsh ride after installation. *pe
- 040861001 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Floor pan corrosion perforation in battery compartment. *eh
- 3179 - POWER TRAIN: Service engine soon light on and chuggle or surge. Diagnostic trouble code P0741 or diagnostic trouble code 39 (tcc stuck off). *tt
- 04192004 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL: Gm announcing additional population of vehicles exposed to time, heat and certain fuels is causing nylon tubing in the fuel rails to develop an unusual number of leaks. Failure of the fuel rail tubing can result in a fuel leak into the eng
- 030504 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: The operator may experience fuel odor and possibly stalling due to a loss of fuel pressure to the engine. Dealers are to install a new fuel rail assembly constructed out of stainles steel. *tt
- 04014 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL: Questions and answers to assist in responding to customer inquires to the upcoming product safety recall 04014 - engine fuel rail replacement. *tt *mj gm administrative message. *tt
- 01792 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: 4.0l l47, 4.6l ld8 l37 engine water pump cover p/n 12571913- thermostat loose. Also including model 2003 cadillac eldorado. *mr
- 990603009A - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Floor pan corrosion perforation in battery compartment. *tt update *eh
- 990850021 - SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER: A condition with the front seat back and / or seat cushion heat element is non-functioning. *tt
- 990601019 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Engine oil leaks along the upper to lower crankcase joint. *tt
- 990603009 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Conditions with floor pan corrosion perforation in battery compartment. *tt
- 990605005 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit a popping type noise heard in the passenger compartment. *tt
- 990232008A - STEERING: Some customers may comment about a steering shudder during slow speed turning / parking maneuvers. *tt
- 000310007F - SUSPENSION: Vehicles may experience shake / vibration in steering wheel, floor, seat at highway speeds on smooth roads. *jb updated *eh gm voicemail message. *tt
- 00023 - SEAT BELTS: Some vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the rear seat shoulder belts do not retract due to the retractor return spring becoming disengaged from the spool shaft. *tt-
- 00145 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR: Some vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the rear seat shoulder belts do not retract due to the retractor return spring becoming disengaged from the spool shaft. *tt
- 00023 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR: General motors has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain vehicles. Some of these vehicles exhibit a condition in which the rear seat shoulder belts do not retract due to the retractor return spring
- 839606 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Trunk mounted 12 cd changer ejects intermittently. Yd
- 990232008 - STEERING: Some customers may comment about a steering shudder during slow speed turning / parking maneuvers. *tt
- 990866007 - STRUCTURE: Some customers may comment that the rear compartment lid support strut is separating from the lid. *tt
- 990601010 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some customers may complain about a engine cold / knock / tick noise. *tt
- 833004 - SUSPENSION: Experiencing shake / vibration in steering wheel, floor, seat at highway speeds on smooth roads. *yc
- 831611 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Customers comment that when the rear compartment lid is open, water will drain into the trunk from both the front and the rear of the lid. *yc
- 831704 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Concerns of door handles on white painted vehicles truning yellow. *yc
- 98737104A - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Concerns of noise/vibration/growl from front of vehicle on right turns or hard acceleration. *yc
- 98838313 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some customers may comment that the cupholder does not stay latched. *yc
- 9709013202B - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR: Experiencing intermittent steering column snap or click noise when turning. *yc
- 971101631041 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Comments on inoperative power door locks (front and/or rear doors).
- 970501735019 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST: When brakes are depressed force or engine load may affect and cause various noises. *yc
- 631050 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Wavy or dimpling appearance in roof panel running front to back or excessive rain noise (replace cardboard roof insulator adhesive). *tw
- 549001A - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Cln indicator appears on radio display and does not turn off (reset cln indicator with the eject button on tape). *tw
- 731608 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR: Excessive vibration of electrochromic inside rearview mirror. *tw
- 531208 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Air conditioning system failure - refrigerant loss ( replace diagonal braces and and upper mounting bolts). *sd
- 538117 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR : Intermittent operation of the rh rear door ajar telltale on driver information (change pin-out of rh rear lock switch connector). *sd
- 576403 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY: Starter motor continues to run or crank after the engine is running or turned off (solenoid ground wire). *tw
- 531508 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Unknown
- GM531506 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH: Low lift of rear compartment lid when latch is released (replace lid latch striker). *tw
- 531101 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Reduced heater performance on the driver's side. *tw
- 531501 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Fuel filler door inoperative. *tw
- 531004 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Door glass rattles when closing the door. *tw
- 431109A - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Hvac display errors and/or blower operation concerns. *tw
- 476007 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Clicking noise under dash or hood. *tw
- 476137 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Incorrect oil reading from engine oil level indicator. *tw
Fuel rail leaks investigation as of 20040203
On march 3, 2004, general motors notified odi that it was recalling approximately 94,000 my 1995-97 oldsmobile aurora vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines (rpo l47 - vin8 c) to address concerns with underhood fuel leakage from cracked fuel rails and, in some of the vehicles, cracked fuel return lines. According to gm, the nylon tubing (pa12) used in the fuel rail construction in these vehicles may degrade and crack.Gms supplier attributed the cracking to the combined effects of heat, time, alcohol fuel, fuel pressure cycling, and design stresses.In addition, gm stated that the my 1995 aurora uses a unique underhood fuel return line that may also crack at unusually high rates.Gm dealers will install a new fuel rail constructed out of stainless steel in all of the recalled vehicles and will also install a revised chassis fuel return line in the my 1995 auroras. On april 16, 2004, general motors notified odi that it was adding approximately 389,000 my 1995-97 cadillac seville, deville and eldorado vehicles equipped with 4.6l v8 engines (rpos ld8 and l37 - vin8 y and 9) to recall 04v-110.The recalled cadillacs will receive the new stainless steel fuel rails.This engineering analysis is closed.
Fuel rail leakage investigation as of 20031030
The fuel rail assemblies used in the subject vehicles were manufactured by dana.The fuel rail jumper tubes were made of monolayer nylon 12 (pa12).In model year (my) 1998, the jumper tube material was changed from pa12 to m-bond (a multi-layer ptfe/pa12).In addition, all service parts produced since the end of production 1997 use the m-bond jumper tubes. Material analysis performed by dana on failed fuel rails showed that the mono-layer nylon 12 jumper tubes are susceptible to environmental stress cracking (esc).Gm believes the esc is a result of heat, time, alcohol blended fuel, fuel pressure cycling, and designed in stress. Eight of the gm complaints are duplicative of odi complaints.Odi has received 77 of its 123 complaints in the past 12 months.Fuel rail part sales over the last three years range from 3.0 percent of production for the my 1997 cadillac vehicles to 13.1 percent for the my 1995 auroras.At least one of the fire incidents occured while the vehicle was parked within a garage attached to the consumers home.The fire resulted in damage to the dwelling as well as the total loss of the vehicle.This investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis.
Rear seat belt retractor investigation as of 20000222
Alleged failure or loss of the return spring in the outboard rear seat belt retractor assemblies prevents proper seat belt tension or fit on the occupant
Rear compartment lid rod separation investigation as of 19960625
Gm submitted a service bulletin to odi as part of the 573.8 monthly submission addressing the replacemnt of the ball stud for the rea deck lid (trunk).Unexpected failures of the truck lid hav been the subject of past odi investigations.
OBD-II Error Codes
Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20190311 |
The windows stop driver side engine leaks oil slipps as it drives heats fast as temp goes up
No | No | N | None | None | 20190219 |
The engine was smogged in 2018 went to feb 2019 dmv they said it needed anther smog car stalls then picks up oil leaks and windows stall going up on driver side it runs good tags expire may 26 2018
No | No | N | None | None | 20150519 |
We had trouble with starting the car off and on since we acquired it in the fall of 2014. May of 2015 it finally simply wouldn't start and was diagnosed as an ignition switch malfunction and replaced. The replacement is now not working either.
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20080412 |
My car engine caught on fire as i was on my way to the dealer to have the fuel rails inspected. *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20070929 |
I had just purchased my 1995 oldsmobile aurora in 8/2007 with under 60,000 miles and i noticed the card was slamming into gear and also not shifting correctly. Almost like transmission was slipping. I spent over 1200.00 in motor mount repairs and the issue cont. Until i pulled off from a 2waystop and my car would not mv from the middle of the street. I was almost hit by oncoming traffic on both sides of me and i had a small child strapped in a car seat in the back seat...At this point i took my car to hv the transmission rebuilt. The issue continued after this and i was told to replace the alternator. I did this and the issue stopped but i cont to hv electrical prob with the car like the windows not rolling down or seat not able to mv bk/frth. I was able to use the sunroof but this has stopped again recently and the issues with power have started again. It is beginning to get shifty and i am concerned to the point of anxiety when crossing intersections. Also i was told when i took my car to hv a tune up done i was told there was an electrical issue as the mechanic informed me he rmvd a fuse which seemed to be smoking. This had since been rplcd. *tr
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20070916 |
Motor started on fire and gm failed to do anything about it. *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20070722 |
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. The contact stated that the air bag light blinks on and off on the dashboard and the warning chime sounds. The button must be pressed in order for the air bag light to dim. She also stated that the horn has completely failed. The vehicle has not been taken to a dealer for inspection or repair. The current and failure mileages were 128,000. Updated 09/05/07 *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20070706 |
Transmission was 'stuck' in 2nd gear due to the plastic components in the shift solenoids breaking. Cost $700.00 in repair bills and gm has a service bulletin out advising their locations of this problem and state that the replacement gm parts are now metal. *tr
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20070630 |
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. While circling the block at 25 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from under the hood. He pulled over, lifted the hood, and discovered flames. A police officer gave him an extinguisher to put out the fire. The vehicle was destroyed along with all of the wiring under the hood. The vehicle was towed to a junkyard. On october 22, 2007, the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 04v110000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). The purchase date, powertrain, and dealer information were unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 80,000.
No | No | N | None | None | 20070621 |
Re: nhtsa:04v110000 - 1995 oldsmobile aurora i have had a fuel rail failure in this vehicle and gm states that the recall notice only applies to 1996-1997 vehicles. Does this mean that because this problem started and was observed in the 1995 models, that those of us with the vehicles that the problem was initially observed in can just plain go to hell and suffer the loss of a vehicle or worse still be consumed in a fire started by this defect and be politely told, "sorry, this only applies to the vehicles sent a recall notice". I believe that your recall id 04v110000 should apply to all vehicles affected, not just those gm has sent notices. It was sent to 1995 cadillac owners which has the same engine as the 1995 aurora, the aurora is 4.0 litre and the cadillac 4.6 litres - identical engines but a smaller displacement. Same configuration and fuel rail components. I was indeed very fortunate that neither a fire or other serious event happened and only wish that gm would at least acknowledge the fact that this failure was the result of the failure of the part involved in the following attachment, and be compensated for the repair of said component. *tr
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20070531 |
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. The contact noticed smoke coming through the vents and then flames appeared in the engine compartment. As of october 23, 2007, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. The vehicle was destroyed. He received a recall notice for the fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (nhtsa campaign id number 04v110000) after the fire occurred. The current and failure mileages were 136,000.
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20070412 |
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. The vehicle caught fire while idling. The vehicle was destroyed before the fire department arrived. On october 24, 2007, the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 04v110000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). The vehicle is no longer in his possession. The manufacturer has not yet been notified. The current and failure mileages were 98,000.
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20051017 |
Tried starting car. Would not turn over. Car backfired under hood. Restarted car and parked it in garage. Car had an unusual odor. 35 minutes later, car was found on fire, resulting in a total loss to vehicle and damage to garage. Fire department stated fire started in/near area of fuel injector. No sure of oem. Consumer is requesting compensation.
No | No | N | None | None | 20050726 |
Center cup holders are to shallow, when i am drinking a hot drink, the contents of the drink are spilled on to me when the container falls out of the holder. The result is driver/passenger getting burned by hot coffee. No matter the size of the container, the holder is to shallow. Uncapped containers can not be used in the center cup holder without falling out on turns or curves. The center cup holder is useless since they are to shallow resulting in anything being placed in it being thrown out in turns/curves, causing driver to take eyes off the road and catch items spilling or falling. *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20050417 |
I was driving home on the highway doing about 50-55 and the transmission just went into 2nd gear so i had to drive 20 miles at about 35 mph. Luckily there was no one around so there was no accident. At this point in time i haven't done anything to fix it except to have the codes read by a gm dealer and they didn't know what was wrong. I have found out that the shift solenoids are bad due to a failure in the plastic bracket that holds them in place. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20050331 |
1995 oldsmobile aurora fuel regulator was leaking. *mr recall campaign #04v110000. There were times when the engine would miss. The consumer requested reimbursement for the repair. The fuel rail and lines were replaced and the miss was found in #1 coil due to a short. *sc
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20050131 |
Tried to start vehicle, vehicle backfired. A few minutes later, i noticed that smoke was coming out from under the car, and the ice on the vehicle was melting. I opened the hood and discovered that the engine was on fire. I was able to extinguish the fire with a blanket.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20041207 |
While reversing out of the driveway onto a tow truck the support assembly steering column jacket broke. When this occurred steering wheel became loose and flopped around like a broken arm. The cause of the column breaking has yet to be determined. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20041130 |
Info copy of ltr to gm writer/owner of a 1995 olds aurora fuel system defect. *bf nhtsa campaign id number : 04v110000. The consumer stated that he was advised not to drive the vehicle or let anyone else drive it. *tc *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20041129 |
1995 oldsmobile aurora would not start. *bf the second time the vehicle came to halt while on the interstate. After a deep diagnosis, it was determined that the pump assembly was burnt and a new pump module needed to be installed. The wiring to the fuel pump had overheated and melted the insulation off one of the wires. *jb
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20041107 |
While driving 5 mph consumer smelled smoke coming from the vents. Vehicle caught on fire. The fire department was called to extinguish the fire. Vehicle was towed, and totaled. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20041031 |
Received recall notice for 95 aurora after repairs for odor of gas came into car. Gas had came from brake line on the motor caused more problem. *bf recall# 04v110000. *sc
No | No | N | None | None | 20040929 |
Consumer received a recall notice for the fuel rail. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer, and they ordered the part. But consumer was told that dealer will charge him $426.00 for repairs. When consumer inquired as to why he was told that replacing the fuel return chassis full return line was not included in the recall. Consumer did not understand this because he had a fuel leaking problem, and the recall stated that the remedy was for the dealer to install a chassis fuel return line. Complaint was filed against keith hawthorne pob 370, morgantown, nc, 828 437 4231. *ak recall number campaign id number : 04v110000 *tc
No | No | N | None | None | 20040923 |
While applying the brake pedal went o the floor, and vehicle continued to accelerate. Consumer noticed that the vehicle hesitated and surged. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the idle speed motor and egr valve needed to be replaced. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040920 |
Nhtsa recall campaign 04v110000: fuel rail tubing; three weeks prior to this complaint the recall was performed. Currently, the vehicle has a tendency to stall without warning. Once this occurs the brakes and steering are affected, losing power. This constantly puts the occupants in jeopardy. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040918 |
When the actuator melted consumer was unable to open the fuel tank door. Dealership repaired the problem. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040916 |
Consumer received recall letter 04v110000. Some passenger vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. Additionally. The consumer took the vehicle to dealership, left the vehicle four hours later came back to pick the vehicle and the technician. Indicated to the consumer no need to recall vehicle. Consumer insisted that she smelled gas odor inside the cabin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040914 |
A recall for the oil was received. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer on three occasions for the same repairs. Check engine light was on, and the oil leak continued. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040913 |
Gm recall of olds aurora 1995 fuel rail was replaced by dealer and a part of the rail,the regulator,with a charge of $154.00 plus tax desposal fee etc for a costof$175.62.There was no problem with the rail and it's fitting before the recall and gm will not honor the total cost of the recall.
No | No | N | None | None | 20040912 |
Consumer received recall 04-v110-000 concerning fuel rail tubing. The recall stated that dealer was responsible for towing. *ak the manufacturer was contacted and the consumer request that his vehicle be towed to the dealer. The manufacturer refused indicating that the vehicle had to be inoperative in order to be towed. The consumer refuses to drive the vehicle because the fuel odor, which is mentioned in the recall, is present in his vehicle. The consumer request $700. To have the vehicle towed. *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20040901 |
While driving, the consumer smelled gas, got home, and noticed that the plastic fuel line system was leaking gasoline, and causing stalling. The engine wouldn't start again. The dealership indicated to the consumer that there was a recall, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak recall# 04v110000. High pressure heavy flow fuel leak under the hood from the lines from the tank to rail on the fuel line. The leak was heavy. *sc
No | No | N | None | None | 20040831 |
The vehicle was taken to the dealer because fuel leaked on top of the engine. *jb the consumer would smell gas when the vehicle was being operated. The fuel rail was leaking onto the engine. The mechanic determined that there was another gas leak. Recall# 04v110000. *sc
No | No | N | None | None | 20040830 |
Consumer took the vehicle in for recall. However, when the consumer got the vehicle back cruise control was defective. Vehicle was still not fixed. Consumer has contacted manufacturer, who was not willing to do anything to accommodate the consumer. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040827 |
The car has a fuel leaking in the return line fuel system. I towed the car to armen cadillac-oldsmobile inc. For the recall and they said that my car not included in the recall! And i believed what they told me and i accept to pay the repair from my pocket, and i got the recall letter before i pick up the car and i showed them the car but the employee told it's too late and i have to pay it and i did. And i fill out form for the oldsmobile asked them for the refund but with no response from them !!!*jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20040825 |
Recall 04v110000 concerning fuel rail tubing. After parking the vehicle consumer smelled strong gas fumes odors coming from the vehicle. Gas was leaking from underneath the vehicle. Consumer drove the vehicle to a student repair shop. They informed the consumer that the problem was a crack found in the rail tubing. Dealer was notified. Dealer informed consumer that this vehicle wa snot covered under the recall due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040821 |
Fuel rail system developed a pin hole leak. As a result, fuel leaked onto the engine. A recall was issued, however this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040816 |
Fuel system delivery hose developed a crack. As a result, fuel leaked onto the engine. Recall 04v110000 was issued. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040814 |
Consumer stated the fuel rail developed a crack. As a result, fuel sprayed onto the engine compartment. *ak *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20040812 |
Consumer's vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in nhtsa recall 04v110000. Vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. Additionally, the 1995 model year uses a unique underhood fuel return line that may crack. Cracking of the fuel rail or return line tubing can result in a fuel leak into the engine compartment. Dealership indicated to the consumer this vehicle was not included in recall because it was manufactured in 1995.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040811 |
While making a turn the vehicle stalled . The consumer was unable to restart the vehicle. The consumer smelled a gasoline odor coming from the vents. The consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the fuel rail needed replacement. The driver informed the mechanic this problem has occurred more than once and has not been resolved. The mechanic also informed the consumer that this vehicle was not part of a recall. Please fill in additional information. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20040808 |
While driving consumer smelled a gasoline odor coming from the vents. Vehicle stalled . Consumer was unable to restart vehicle. Had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic advised consumer that the problem had been acknowledged from the dealer. But no solution was available at this time. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040808 |
Vehicle was spurting gas onto the engine. . Vehicle was towed to a repair shop. This vehicle was not included in recall 04v100000 due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040806 |
1) smell of raw fuel upon starting and driving vehicle 2) dealership quarantined vehicle to order replacement parts 3) dealership replaced fuel rail (known problem; recalled on thousands), charged consumer $593 for repairs. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20040804 |
Consumer received recall 04v110000/fuel concerning rail tubing. Consumer took the vehicle to dealer for recall repairs. Consumer was told by the dealer that the vehicle was not under the recall, and besides it had too many miles on it, and they refused to accommodate the consumer, who had this problem before. Currently when the vehicle was being recalled for this problem dealership denied consumer the opportunity for repairs.*ak *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20040804 |
Gas was leaking from under the vehicle. The dealer replaced the fuel rail three years ago and the vehicle wais not in the recall 04-v-110000. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20040731 |
I can't seem to get a copy of the recall notice re the aurora fuel lines from this site. I have not been contacted by gm as of this date. I am an 1995 aurora owner.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040720 |
On july 21, 2004, while driving to work in my 1995 oldsmobile aurora, i smelled gasoline fumes. I quickly stopped my vehicle and turned it off. Fuel was dumping from the engine onto the road. I immediately moved away from the vehicle. A few minutes later i returned and opened the hood. The fuel had been spraying from one of the nylon fuel lines that run in serial between each of the fuel injectors. I lost approximately 4 gallons of gasoline during this short drive of about 1/2 mile. I was grateful and surprised that the car hadn't caught fire or exploded since so much fuel was lost. Gm informs me that there is no recall for this yet they apparently have a similiar problem with one of their chevy vehicles that does have a recall in effect.
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20040720 |
While driving, a gas odor was coming out from the vent. The driver was able to pull over. The driver lifted up the hood and without warning the vehicle caught fire. The driver was able to extinguished the fire. The vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the fuel rail needed replacement. The fuel rail had a hole inside this caused the fuel to leak on to the engine. Please fill in additional information. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20040720 |
I have a 1995 olds aroura and i have had to have the fuel rails replaced ,the fuel rail keep spring leaks shooting fuel 10' in the air with the hood open.This was a costly repair and now gm is telling me that i am not part of the recall when taken to the dealership.This is insane the fuel rail was degrading and causing fuel to leak,what should i do put the old fuel back on and let it catch fire and then sue gm for not repairing the the problem. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040718 |
Defective fuel rail which caused vehicle to leak fuel. Replaced fuel rail and fuel pressure regulator. *bf consumer owns a 1995 and 1997 oldsmobile aurora. The 1997 aurora was recall and repaired under recall 04v110000. On july 7, 2004 the consumer smelled gas inside the 1995 aurora and had it towed to a repair shop. There he learned his 1995 aurora had experienced the exact defect as stated in the recall for the 1997 aurora ( fuel rail leaking gasoline). The consumer submitted a claim for reimbursement. The manufacturer reimbursed the consumer for the fuel rail but not for the regulator which the dealer also replaced. *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20040714 |
Complaint regarding 1995 oldsmobile aurora and 1997 oldsmobile aurora recall.*mr consumer owns both the 1995 and 1997 aurora in which the 1997 was repaired under recall. On july 7, 2004, he smelled gas inside the vehicle and had it towed to a repair shop. There he learned his 1995 aurora had experienced the exact defect as stated in the recall for the 1997 aurora ( fuel rail leaking gasoline). Consumer was denied reimbursement but was advised to hold on to his receipt in case of a future recall on the 1995 aurora for fuel rail leakage. *ph
No | No | N | None | None | 20040713 |
Recall 04v100000 concerning a fuel rail leak. Consumer smelled gas, and visually saw the gas spurting onto the engine.*ak fuel rail leaking. Gm & oldsmobile informed the consumer that there is no recall for the vehicle. *tc
No | No | N | None | None | 20040711 |
The consumer could smell gasoline coming from the vehicle. After taking it to the dealer, they discovered the fuel rail had disintegrated. The manufacture and his vehicle was not included in the recall 04v11000. *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20040708 |
My 1995 aurora has a fuel rail leak and your id is 04v11000 - gm will not fix my car until the 1996 and 1997 are fixed. They said mine will be recalled 3rd quarter of this year - meanwhile my fuel rail is leaking gas. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040707 |
Fuel was leaking out under the hood. Fuel rail had a pin hole in it. Dealer stated this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040628 |
I was driving down the road (about 40 mph) when the steering wheel dropped onto my lap. The drive shaft had broken. I took the car to dealership and they replaced it, costing me $639.00. This is something that should not have happened and could have caused a serious accident. *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20040628 |
While driving consumer smelled fumes. Consumer pulled over, and noticed that front end of the vehicle was pouring gas. Vehicle was towed to the dealership, and technician replaced the fuel rail. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040623 |
While driving consumer smelled gasoline fumes from the vent. Also, noticed oil leaking from underneath the vehicle while parked. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic advised consumer that there was no recall on this vehicle. But, consumer informed the mechanic that this problem still occurred, and had not been resolved. Mechanic did not inspect the vehicle, and informed consumer that this vehicle worked as designed. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040620 |
Consumer has the same problem as mentioned in nhtsa recall #04v110000. Vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. Additionally, the 1995 model year uses a unique underhood fuel return line that may crack at unusually high rates. Dealer indicated your vehicle is not include in this recall due to the vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040620 |
Consumer's vehicle experienced the same defect as mentioned in nhtsa recalls 04v110000. Vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. This vehicle not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040620 |
Consumer's vehicle experienced the same defect as mentioned in nhtsa recall 04v110000 concerning fuel rail tubing. Dealership indicated that consumer's vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040617 |
The consumer complained of a gas leak. Recall campaign#04v110000 was issued on this make and model. However, this year model was not included in the recall. *ak gasoline was spraying on the engine. The vehicle had lost 1/4 tank of gas. *sc *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20040616 |
Recall 04v110000 concerning fuel line leak. Dealership did not resolve the problem because the vin was not included. *ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20040616 |
While driving 55 mph a fire started under the hood. Consumer pulled over, and had the vehicle towed. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040613 |
Consumer complained about a fuel rail leak. A recall was issued on this problem. Consumer contacted the manufacturer. However, manufacturer notified consumer that this vehicle was not covered under the recall due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040613 |
While driving at any speed consumer smelled a strong odor of gasoline inside of the vehicle. Upon close inspection under the hood the consumer found that the fuel rail had a pin hole in it. This was the second time that this happened to this vehicle. There is a recall for the 1996 and 97 models but, not for the 1995.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040607 |
Consumer was in his garage when he smelled gas. He took the vehicle to the dealer, where he was told that this vehicle' make/model and year was on recall. However, this vehicle was not included due to the vin. The manufacturer was contacted and he told the consumer that the 1996-1997 vehicles were recalled and they would pay. After manufacturer found out that this vehicle had 100,000 miles they changed their minds. The vehicle was repaired at consumer's expense.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040607 |
My check engine light came on when i was on the free way when all of sudden as i slowed down my car lost power and control. I skid across the freeway and almost got killed. It started back up ten min later and took it to shop they said code was input speed sensor and egr valve. Cost 2000$ for repair plus labor. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040606 |
When driving the vehicle, the driver would smell fumes coming from the vents. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the owner that the fuel rail had failed. *ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20040606 |
The consumer was driving when the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was driven to the dealer the next day. Upon driving into the bay, the vehicle caught fire. The mechanic extinguished the fire. The harness wires, and starter have been destroyed. The manufacturer has been contacted, and an offer to buy the vehicle back was made. A recall 04v110000 was located on same year, make and model. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20040605 |
Recall 04v110000 concerning fuel rail tubing: while standing outside of the vehicle, the consumer smelled a strong odor of gasoline. The consumer attempted to change the fuel filter and found that the fuel rail was punctured. Fuel was squirting out onto the engine. *ak the check engine light had come on due to the shift solenoid and the screen was bad in the transmission. The fuel gauge was inaccurate and was diagnosed as a bad sending unit which was also replaced. *sc
No | No | N | None | None | 20040603 |
When walking to the vehicle, the consumer noticed gas leaking from under neath. The consumer opened the hood and saw gas leaking onto the engine. The owner had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the owner that the fuel rail had failed. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040602 |
Recall 04v110000, while driving fuel line leaked. Consumer pulled over, and had a mechanic temporally fix the problem. Consumer's vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak *ts
No | No | N | None | None | 20040601 |
After parking the vehicle consumer smelled fuel odors. Consumer opened the hood, and found that the return fuel line had a small pin hole in it, allowing fuel to squirt out. Dealer examined and replaced the entire fuel return line. *ak plastic fuel line was squirting fuel into the engine. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20040601 |
While driving consumer smelled gas coming from the vents. Consumer took the vehicle to a dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the fuel rail failed. *ak the fuel rail leaked gas into the engine compartment of the vehicle. The consumer indicated that their was recall for this problem but that the 1995 aurora. The automobile dispute resolution center sent the consumer a copy of a draft recall letter, which would include the consumer's car, but the expander recall still hasn't been issued. *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20040601 |
During inspection dealer informed the consumer that the fuel line was leaking . The problem was not resolved. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040531 |
Consumer's vehicle experienced the same defect as mentioned in nhtsa recalls 04v110000: vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20040526 |
Consumer saw fuel leaking from the fuel tank. Also, consumer smelled gas fumes inside the vehicle. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040524 |
When starting the vehicle consumer smelled a gas odor coming from the vehicle. Consumer opened the hood, and saw gas spilling onto the engine. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealership for inspection, and mechanic determine d that the fuel rail failed. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040518 |
Vehicle was hard to start, and a gas odor was coming from the vents. Consumer contacted the dealer, and will take the vehicle to dealer the next day for inspection. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040513 |
When driving the vehicle, the driver smelled gas smell coming from the vehicle. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the fuel line had failed. Please provide any further details. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20040511 |
Vehicle was leaking fuel onto the engine. Manufacturer was contacted about the recall for the problem, however this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040510 |
The consumer looked up recall 00v057000 concerning rear seat belt retractor. The consumer's rear seat belt will not retract. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20040509 |
Recall 04v11 000 concerning fuel rail tubing. The consumer smelled fuel odor while driving. Made an inspection under the hood, and located fuel leaking onto the engine from a pin hole in the fuel rail tubing. The consumer contacted the dealer, and was informed that this part was not covered under the manufacturer's recall. However, the part was available for analysis. *ak *sc
No | No | N | None | None | 20040508 |
Consumer smelled fuel fumes on the outside and inside of the vehicle. It was taken to the dealership. Upon inspection of the fuel fumes odor dealership indicated that the plastic fuel injection lines were creating fuel leaks. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040505 |
Vehicle is experiencing the same defect as described in fuel tubing recall 04v110000, but this vehicle is not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040430 |
While driving, the consumer smelled gas coming from the vehicle, the consumer stopped the vehicle and noticed gas leaking on the engine. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealership. Please add any further details. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20040430 |
Fule line broke and gasoline was spraying all over the engine compartment, fouled otu spark plugs. Very concerned that could have been a fire due to gasoline leakage.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040428 |
While driving fuel rail leaked. Consumer smelled gas fumes inside the vehicle. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
No | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 20040426 |
The passenger's frontal air bag inadvertently deployed while driving 45-50 mph. Air bag hit the passenger in the face. Passenger sustained minor facial bruises. Manufacturer/dealer were notified. *ak *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20040421 |
While the vehicle was parked consumer noticed oil leaking from underneath the vehicle. Consumer was able to drive vehicle to dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the fuel rail tube cracked and needed replacing. This caused the oil leakage. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040417 |
The vehicle experienced the same problem and consequences as described in the fuel rail tubing recall 04v110000, but the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20040330 |
There was strong fuel odor on the inside and outside of the vehicle. This was due to a leak in the fuel rail. The nylon tubing in the fuel rail cracked. Recall 04v110000 was issued, but this vehicle was not included due to vin. *ak *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20040328 |
Pin hole in injector fuel line causing gas to spray on engine. Strong odor in cabin. Covered pin hole with rubber fuel line and clamp. Waiting on latest recall action . I feel this is a very dangerous situation. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040319 |
Fuel line fuel rail cracks leaking fuel on top of manifold ,noticed fuel smell n passanger compartment . Ave had to repair with pieces of fuel line 7 times waiting on recall ,alled gm they say not active recall yet very dangerous problem. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040319 |
Gear position indicator doesn't lock in gear. The slightest touch of the indicator and it moves from the current gear into park. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040317 |
When driving, the consumer smelled fumes coming from the vents. This caused the consumer's eyes to burn and made it hard for the consumer to breath. The mechanic determined that fuel rail failed. *ak the vehicle sometimes experienced a hard time starting and the fuel rail was leaking. *sc the consumer stated there was a recall regarding the problem, however she was told to call back in the middle of may. *jb
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20040315 |
After starting the vehicle smoke came from the motor which resulted in a fire. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040314 |
While driving 15 mph steering wheel fell into the driver's lap. Driver was able to maintain control of vehicle, and drove it home. Driver will have the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection and repair. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040314 |
Gm is not standing by their fuel rail recall for the 1995 olds auroras. I had to have mine fixed and it cost $400.00 and time off from work. They are fixing the 96 and 97 auroras. Mine had to under the hood gas leaks in march and the gm recall 04014/nhtsa 04v-110 also now includes the 95-97 cadillacs. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20040310 |
I am the owner of a 1995 olds aurora. I have had two fuel rail leaks in the last two weeks. A gm recall was annnounced last week. The first leak was on the fuel rail to the motor from the firewall. That line was replaced with a rubber fuel injector gas line. The second leak was an inch long crack on one of the nylon jumper tubes between two injuectors. This second leak sprayed the top of the motor with gas. I don't know why it didn't catch fire. The good lord was with me coming home from work. I replaced that jumper with the rubber fuel line also. Now i fear driving the car. I have talked to the olds reps and they indicate i should have the fuel rail replaced. But the replacement is the identical type fuel rail. It makes no sense to replace defective with defective at my expense! The gm recall is 04014 and it indicates that it may be may before a fix is available. I need advise on how to proceed.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040307 |
I own a 1995 olds aurora, and have had for the 2nd time a major fuel rail leak due the plastic hoses becoming brittle. This time almost caused a fire. This needs to be addressed by oldsmobile and gm. This can cost someone their life. This is a very seroius situation.
No | No | N | None | None | 20040303 |
I have a 1995 oldsmoble aroura. The fuel rail has had three seperate failures. There is a recall in effect for this model and year for this problem. However oldsmobile says my car is not covered under the recall. I had it fixed at the dealer for over $600 as gas was getting on the engine.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040206 |
Gasoline in my 1995 oldsmobile aurora has been spraying out of one of the failed fuel lines. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040205 |
Nhtsa recall 04v110000 concerning fuel rail tubing. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. However, consumer complained about a gas leaking around the motor, and had to pay out of his pocket to have it fixed. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040202 |
My 1995 olds aurora is leaking fuel from fuel rail and it has been recalled i called to gm recall center and they saying theses models are not recalled but i dont know what should i do.They are not taking responsibilty and i whould not be able to drive my car now. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040131 |
Consumer's vehicle experienced the same defect as mentioned in nhtsa recalls 04v110000: vehicles equipped with 4.0l v8 engines have a condition in which the nylon tubing used in the fuel rail construction may degrade and crack. This vehicle not included in the recall due to vin. *ak a strong smell of gas could be smell inside the cabin of the vehicle. It was later determined that there was a crack in the fuel rail which caused fuel to saturate the engine compartment. The recall indicated that the nylon tubing may degrade and crack, but as of feb 2004 the only part available was made of nylon. *nm
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20040127 |
On january 28, 2004 my 1995 oldsmobile aurora spontaneously caught fire in my driveway. I had just left the car after pulling the car to the top of the driveway and my wife was about to enter the car to go to work when she saw a flash, then smoke. The car subsequently became engulfed in flames. Fortunately we were not injured. Our insurance company is declaring the car a total loss. My second car.... A 1997 seville sts...Along with the aurora is mentioned in a report posted on msnbc on nov. 4th. We have been in contact with general motors and they are not willing to address my loss (deductibles), nor address the looming potential for the same to occur with the seville (ive requested an inspection / repair of the fuel rail.) i find gms position extremely disconcerting given the potential for injury, or loss of life. Feel free to contact me if you would like any additional details regarding this incident. I also have photographs of the entire progression of the fire and will make them available to you should you want them.*ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20040127 |
After the vehicle had been started and idling for 10 mins, the consumer noticed a flash of light from under the hood, then the entire vehicle caught on fire. The cause or what ignited the fire has not been determined. *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20040119 |
The consumer complained about a fuel leak. A recall was issued for this make, model, and year, however the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. *ak *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20040119 |
A recall notice was issued on gm vehicles concerning nylon tubing for fuel lines.The problem is ,gm has not replaced all of the nylon lines in engine compartment.I had a problem with the line that was not replaced,which i fixed with a rubber fuel line.This line was pissing gas,into the engine compartment.If i didn't actually see this, a nice fire was sure to engulf the car.As i see it.This is a fire waiting to happen.To tell the truth ,i have never seen a fuel line made out of this nylon.This problem should be corrected,before someone dies. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040110 |
I own a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. In january 2004 i was driving on the highway at about 70 mph when out of no where the car shifted into 2nd gear. This abrubt change in gears/rpm/engine noise nearly caused me to get in a accident. The shift solenoid inside the transmission failed, and the car defaulted to 2nd gear. Its my understanding that this is a very common problem, and there was actually a dealer update in 96 or 1997 from gm, who basically admitted a design flaw. This flaw alowed a filter to slide in and out of place constantly smacking the shift soleniod which eventually casued it to snap. The update was a l shaped bar to hold the filter in place. This also cost me about $400 to fix. If gm reliezed this saftey flaw in all of there oldsmobile aurora's up to 97, and cadillacs i believe it should become a recall, this type of faliure is not acceptable, someone could be seriously hurt. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20040106 |
Dealer replaced the fuel rail at 50,000 miles/62,000 mile's and again at 66,000 miles, but problem was still occurring. *ak (bladder leak, gas leak, fluid leak, fluid coolant leak) there was a strong gas smell, transmission problem, the engine hesitation as if it were going to backfire, overheating, banging noise when the gears were shifted which was an intermittent failure per pcm. The reg/filter and throttle sealing was replaced. *sc
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20031223 |
Engine compartment fire---apparently started as i approached my home ---burned in garage---total loss of car---garage damaged. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20031201 |
Engine light comes on...Rpm's randomly go up and down causing vehicle to surge and/or stall. This is extremely dangerous. Also, when shifting from park to reverse, the transmission engaged roughly and now will car will not shift into 3rd gear to acceletrate beyond 40 m.P.H. Took car in for service twice while under warranty complaining about jerk in transmission, the transmission was replaced the first, now 37,000 miles later out of warranty and complete failure . Company advertisers car will not need tuneup until 100,000 miles, i have had the car for only 60k miles and have had to have it tuned up twice at $600+ a pop. At that point car was stalling not delivering the power that it usually does.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20031123 |
The fuel delivery system, or the material from which it made from is of questionable integrity. I had a return fuel line with a crack that needed repair. Two months down the line my fuel rail cracked. On both occasions i can not believe there was not a fire. Gm at this point does not want to admit or acknowledge that there is a problem. The car was well maintained and only has 55,875 miles to date. Gm's response is it is normal maintenance repair and there willing to sell me a new car with a factory warranty. This is a major safety issue to all aurora's or any gm product with the same fuel delivery system on the road. Kevin elswick, concerned consumer. To date, awaiting for return response from gm. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20031104 |
Strong fuel odor entered inside the vehicle while driving. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer. Technician stated that fuel rail was leaking gas. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20031029 |
Major fuel leak on top of my engine from the fuel delivery system. I am replacing this componet today...My mechanic was visible shaken when he saw the gushing of gasoline from the delivery system. He said i would have a fire anytime...Bad system.*ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20031026 |
While driving 55 mph on the highway consumer noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment underneath the hood. Was able to drive the vehicle off the highway. Local fire department arrived and extinguished the fire, and a police report was issued. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20031015 |
I just replaced the fuel rail and a fuel pressure valve on 10/16/2003 because of a leak. It didn't cause a fire, but was very dangerous. My car is a '95 oldsmobile aurora. The repair cost was $846.52.
No | No | N | None | None | 20031010 |
Consumer smelled a fuel smell from under the hood. Upon inspection, the consumer located a pin size hole in the rigid plastic side of the fuel rail. An investigation was opened on this issue, pe 030 050. *ak *tt *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20031009 |
Fuel rail tubing slit open, spraying gasoline all over engine compartment. My wife drove the car in danger without realizing it. I had to have the car towed to the dealer.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20031001 |
Gas fumes smelling the car. Had to have the fuel rails replaced. Car had 80,046 miles. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20030928 |
I own a 1995 oldsmobile aurora (vin [xxx]). Due to fuel leaks, about a month ago i had the fuel rail replaced at e & d auto service in dearborn mi. Today i read in the detroit news about the nhtsa investigation of this failure. The leaks were in the plastic section of the rail as described in the detroit news article: http://www.Detnews.Com/2003/autosinsider/0311/03/autos-314583.Htm *la information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(b)(6). *tr
No | No | N | None | None | 20030922 |
Consumer noticed that fuel line system was leaking gasoline over the hot engine due to a faulty fuel injection system. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030922 |
Rail injector tubing fractured three (3) times. First time my wife drove it 17 miles at 60 mph not understanding what was going on. Luckily the car did not catch fire, but it took weeks to get the smell of gasoline out of the car and the ventilation system. Had someone drove by and flipped out a cigarette or a small electrical arc in the engine compartment, i have no doubt it would have went off like a bomb. I caught the two (2) other fractured tubes by checking the engine before she drove it and when she returned home. Finally, i had it replaced, at a cost of around $400, but with no guarantee that the same thing would not happen again. Oldsmobile engine engineering really fumbled the ball on this design of fuel delivery in the engine compartment, plastic tubing to carry fuel to the injectors (at around 50 psi) in a hot engine compartment. Sad part is that the new replacement part was made out of the same material. You ask the questions below; was there a fire? Was there a crash? Property damage? Reported to police? A rather ironic set of questions! Had there been a fire at 60 mph, i'm sure a crash would have happened, property damage would be a given and the police would have been called. But for what purpose,the fractured plastic injector tubing (which created the whole mess) would have been consumed by the fire and everyone would be asking "what could have caused this?" i believe i have provided you with the answer to that last question. Sad part is that i see many of these oldsmobile aurora driving around all over the country, and unfortunately no one with the power to do so, like yourself, feel compelled to let the american consumers know that this very dangerous situation exist and make oldsmobile admit it has a life threatening problem in it's fuel delivery system. Larry burnside. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20030921 |
Fuel rail ruptured on my 1995 oldsmobile aurora. Gasoline everywhere. Cost to repair was $516.09. Repair center said they had never seen a rupture this bad before the fire. Luckily a fire did not start.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030915 |
Fuel line and fuel rail failure causing gasoline to be spray onto engine. Fuel rail failure caused larger amounts of gasoline to vaporize into a cloud appearing as steam. Any electrical spark could have caused explosion and fire. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20030911 |
I smelled gasoline in my 1995 oldsmobile aurora. It turned out to be a leaky fuel rail. The mechanic said it happened all the time with auroras. 09-2003. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030910 |
Recall 04 v 110 000 concerning fuel rail tubing: consumer has a concern that he able to smell gasoline odor coming into the vehicle while driving or while parked. Consumer located this recall on nhtsa website. Notified the dealer, and they informed the consumer that this recall did not cover this vehicle due to vin. *ak *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20030904 |
I have a 1995 oldsmobile aurora,with a 4.0 l gas engine. The fuel rail started to leak and could have resulted in a fire. The cost of this repair was over $700.00. I feel general motors should contact all owners with vehicles that have this engine. They should check and repair all detective fuel rails before someone is killed or seriously injured. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20030830 |
On or about august 30, 2004, the fuel rail on my 1995 oldsmobile aurora developed a leak and flooded the engine compartment with raw gasoline. I immediately took the vehicle to the local authorized oldsmobile dealer in seward nebraska for repairs. Recently i noticed that gm has issued a recall on 1995-1997 auroras with this problem. Unfortunately, oldsmobile has determined that my vehicle [xxx] was not included in the recall. Since this was a safety related issue, i believe that i should be reimbursed the $474.34 for the cost of the repair. *jb updated 07/25/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(b)(6)
No | No | N | None | None | 20030827 |
A gas leak developed in the engine compartment due to a defective fuel injector rail assembly, which had a crack in it. Two months later, the fuel line developed another leak, this time spraying gas all over the engine, creating an extreme fire hazzard. I did have both of these items fixed before there was an actual fire, at great expense. ($578 the first time and $731 the second time). *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20030825 |
While driving at any speed the vehicle would back fire and misfire. The vehicle has been to the dealer twice for this problem. On one occasion the dealer replaced the fuel pump and fuel regulator, but the vehicle still didn't run properly. The manufacturer is aware of the problem. *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20030806 |
My 1995 oldsmobile aurora developed a fuel leak along the fuel rail which could have resulted in an engine fire. My mechanic stated he didn't know what kept the car from catching on fire.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030731 |
While having my oil changed it was pointed out that my fuel line was spraying fuel all over the engine compartment. Very small pin hole but a steady stream of fuel. Upon further investigation found that the injector line was spraying fuel also. I never paid attention before but i can't believe that gm would use plastic for a fuel line anyway maybe this is standard i'm no mechanic but at what gm wants for the parts and then to have them put on maybe i should be. Of course gm is the only place you can buy the fuel parts too imagine that! Well hopefully i'm not the only one having this problem and gm will do something about the defects. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20030717 |
We have a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. We had a leak in the fuel pump return line. At the time the service people at the dealer did not say there was anything unusual about this, but we knew better. Fuel lines that spring leaks are very dangerous, and normally indicate faulty engineering. We now have learned that there is an investigation going on regarding this. Please feel free to contact us for any information we can provide. Also, we only had the return line that was leaking replaced, we did not have the high pressure fuel feed line replaced because it was not leaking at the time. Should we be concerned about this? Please advise, as soon as possible.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030717 |
Fuel rail system ruptured and fuel leaked out of the engine onto the street. Recall o4v110000 was issued for fuel rail tubing. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030714 |
Fuel rail developed a leak, causing gas to be sprayed all over the engine. Fuel rail broke in two places. *ak *mr
No | No | N | None | None | 20030714 |
Mechanic would not allow the vehicle to be moved when taken in for repairs due to a gas leak on a hot engine. *ph the consumer read an article which indicated that there was a recall on the vehicles fuel line.
No | No | N | None | None | 20030714 |
I am having continuous problems with losing power between 1500 and 3000 rpms at any speed. The car will sputter and jerk then once out of the range of 3000 rpm the car seems to regain the power that it didn't have earlier. The electric system has never shut down completely and the check engine light has only come on three times then gone off again not to return until months later. I have not had an accident related to this problem yet. But i am afraid that one time i will be trying to get across an intersection and i will lose power and get hit.
No | No | N | None | None | 20030707 |
Brakes comlpetely failed without warning driving down the highway.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030703 |
I have a 1995 oldsmobile aurora that had the plastic fuel rail cracked. They said i would have to bring it in and have the whole rail replaced. The estimate on the replacement was: $295.00 for the fuel rail and about $175.00 for labor. I ended up fixing the problem with some 5/8 fuel line that i purchased for around $4.00. I haven't had any problems in the past year with it leaking, but i am scared that the other plastic tubes could break at any time. A friend just e-mailed me about the report you had on msnbc and i saw where you reported 123 cases. I would think that number will grow.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030701 |
When shifting from park to reverse, the transmission engaged roughly causing damage to engine mounts and well as internal transmission damage. Car now shifts abruptly under normal conditions while not shifting on some occasions. Car taken to dealer and they informed me of pressure control switch failure requiring complete overhaul or raplacement of transmission as well as motor mount replacement. Aside from this most recent problem, the radiator, air compressor, air conditioning hoses and blower fan control module, alternator, ignition coil pack and lower crankcase gasket have all failed within the past seven months. Car currently has about 115,000 miles on it and probably won't live to accumulate many more. Total piece of crap from gm. (oh that sick gm feeling!). *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030630 |
While driving smelled of strong gas fumes in/out. Fuel was leaking into the engine compartment. Replaced the fuel pump. *bf the consumer requested reimursement.The driver door lock did not lock automatically unlock the door, the fuel pump lost pressure, the serpintine belt cracked, and there was extended cranking when restarting the vehicle warm. Recall# 04v110000 *sc
No | No | N | None | None | 20030621 |
This vehicle had a fuel leak similar to the failure described in the fuel rail tubing recall 04v110000. But this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak while driving the consumer smell fuel and the fuel needle was slowly moving down. The consumer was pulling into a gas station when the vehicle cut off. The consumer attempted to restart the vehicle but was not successful. A man at the station was motioning towards the consumer and once he reached the vehicle he told her to stop trying to restart the vehicle because fuel was leaking form her vehicle. The dealer replaced the fuel rail and pump. *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20030616 |
Recall 04v110000 concerning fuel rail. After driving and exiting from the vehicle, the consumer smelled gasoline. A mechanic examined the vehicle and found that the fuel rail sprayed the engine with fuel. There was recall for this problem . The consumer's vehicle was not covered under the recall due to year of model. *ak the fuel assembly was replaced. *sc *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20030611 |
When starting the vehicle consumer smelleda gas odor inside of the vehicle. Consumer turned the vehicle off, and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. Mechanic determined that the fuel rail failed. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030608 |
We own a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. On june 9th our car was hauled to walker jones in waycross georgia because it had stalled, was smoking from under hood, had gas in the oil . We had been told that this car was recalled due to nylon tubing could crack and possibly cause a fire. When we picked the car up, we were charged for this recall....$ 378.62. First we were told it was a recall and there would be no charges. Then they changed it to nope all models but yours is under the recall after it was repaired. Why are all auroras under this recall 1996-1997 models recalled and not the 1995's? I mean it had the same problem as the other models. Could you please answer my concerns? Thank you. Danette davison [email protected]. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20030602 |
The shift solenoids on all the 1995 aurora and above go bad while driving. Im my case i was going 70 mph on the interstate when suddenly the car shifted in second gear and was stuck in second gear. I was almost rear ended by another vehicle in addition to the terror i went thru when this happened. There was also no where to pull over as it happened on the bridge. I almost lost control of my vehicle and wrecked.Those are 2 shift selenoids that are located inside the transmission, that the dealer had to remove the pan to get to it. Usually one goes bad but they replace both since they already have the pan open. It takes about less than a half an hour to replace. The parts are supposedly made out of plastic and oldsmobile is very aware of this and they know how dangerous it is. They get thousands of auroras in their shop for that problem. I belong to edmunds.Com and i must've read at least 50+ complaints about this problem. This always occurrs as someone is driving down the road at a higher rate of speed when suddenly the car shifts in second gear without warning and nothing you can do about it. A few people stated that they almost wrecked. Please let me know.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030523 |
While driving down the road transmission felt like it slipped and would not shift first indication of this taken to dealer solenoid in transmission needs replaced. Also back seat belts will not go back in.. *nlm
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20030514 |
While driving the vehicle 10 mph, smelled gas odor, then it suddenly caught on fire under the hood on the driver side close to the firewall. The vehicle was totaled.
No | No | N | None | None | 20030514 |
12,808 miles (2-29-96) seal, lower crankcase replaced. 34,603 miles (11-25-97) diagnose electrical problems-replace radio. 44,513 miles (8-19-98) diagnose electrical problems, replace alternator controller, pcm/vcm (computers) 49,098 miles (12-30-98) diagnose electrical problems, again replace alternator (alternator is causing computers to fail) 63,420 miles (3-1-2000)- i purchase at end of my partner?S lease and he leased new aurora-dealer never advise him the electrical problems would be reoccurring. Dealer preformed major 60,000 service and indicated the care was fine. 65,777 miles (7-9-2001). The car backfired while wife was crossing busy intersection and was not very responsive. I was just able to get to local garage next to intersection to try to at least get repair it enough to drive. I had no idea it would require major repair since it had only been 2,357 since it had a complete major 60,000-mile dealer service. The repairs ($2,480) included the ignition module, ecm (computer), electrical brake control module (abs system), and alternator. The diagnostic showed the alternator malfunction was damaging the above components. This is the third alternator in 21,264 miles ( and second emc ). There is a manufacture design problem and the manufacture appears not to be able to fix it. 70.090 miles (5-28-2003) the car was taken in to the dealer because it slams into gear when shifting from park to reverse and shifts rough during normal driving. I was advised that the ecm (computer) was causing the problem and would have to be replaced. After getting the complete car history, i found that it has been an on going problem that gm has not solved. The current dealer was just going to replace the computer until i advised him he needs to check alternator since it appears from past experience it is involved in taking out the computers.
No | No | N | None | None | 20030510 |
A leak occurred in the fuel rail assemble of my 1995 oldsmobile aurora. A pinhole leak was spraying a fine mist of gas over the entire engine.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030509 |
Fuel leak in the fuel line. While at an oil change shop the owner asked me to look under the hood. He showed me gas shooting the fuel line. I was lucky, it could have happened later as i was driving and caused a fire and/or blew up. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20030509 |
May of 2003 there was a strong smell of gas from engine on my 1995 oldsmobile aurora. I took my automobile to my mechanic. He diagnosed the problem as a crack in the fuel rail. He was told by the parts salesman at the local dealership that they had never heard of the fuel rail failing. He ordered a new one that was installed by my mechanic. I now see that you have issue a recall 04v110000 on march 03, 2004 it would definitely seem that the problem is wide spread and i was lucky that i didn't have a fire. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20030506 |
1995 olds aruora - fuel return line spraying fuel over engine. Opened hood to change oil and noticed fuel spray. Had to tow to a dealer. Dealer replaced center fuel line and cleaned injectors. Think part #25604921 - gm says this car vin is not under the current recall (04614 or 04v11000) for the same issue. Paid $550 for repair and almost my sons life. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20030320 |
Heat shrink fuel injection line between #6-#8 injectors developed a hole and spraying fuel onto intake and ignition wiring. The car smelled of gas inside and the motor was hard to start and backfires some. I've done a temporary repair and have not bought all new rail tubing. This should not be happening at this point. It is too costly for owners to repair for such a small problem.
No | No | N | None | None | 20030317 |
What the hell is going on with these fuel leaks, and fires and why isn't anything being done about it. I have a 95 aurora, should i even be driving it???????????? *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20021231 |
Fuel line fittings crack and release high-pressure spray of fuel onto hot manifold and exhaust creating noxious fumes and fire risk. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20021114 |
Consumer statesthat while driving at any speed and without warning the vehicle will jerk and the the engine light will come on the remainder of the time vehicle is being operated. Engine is leaking oil. Dealer notified.
No | No | N | None | None | 20021114 |
Purchased aurora used, but had problems from the start. It takes several tries before starting up each time; gas pedal shimmies and vibrates between 65 & 70 mph; coolant system failure; car cuts off while driving; and paint chips off.
No | No | N | None | None | 20021024 |
Consumer states while driving 55mph the electrical system failed causing the turn signal to go out. Ts
No | No | N | None | None | 20020930 |
The plastic fuel injector rail leaked at the #1 and #3 injectors which caused fuel to spray onto the coil wires and result in a strong fuel odor inside the vehicle, the consumer feels the design is poor and the materials are weak. Nlm
No | No | N | None | None | 20020916 |
The consumer states that the plastic tube between each fuel injector line, and is leaking fuel onto the engine. The dealer was notified. *mr the consumer stated there is no fuel rail but a plastic tube between each fuel injector, inspection revealed a prior leakage in this area which appeared to have been patched, the consumer believes this is a design flaw. *scc
No | No | N | None | None | 20020901 |
The tie rods were bad. *jg
No | No | N | None | None | 20020831 |
There was a loud clunking noise in the front end. *jg
No | No | N | None | None | 20020831 |
The fuel injection rail malfunctioned. As a result fuel poured out onto the engine. Please provide additional information.*jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20020814 |
Fuel rail leaks, olds dealer can not get part from gmc. Dealer saw 3 failures last month. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20020711 |
Failure of computer which controls fuel injection. Problem is most noticeable at low speeds, as when approaching other autos at a traffic light or very slow speed driving. When pressure is released from accelerator pedal the fuel controller increases fuel flow for 0.3 to 1.0 second then slowly reduces flow to normal idle speed. Engine speed increases in this process (with transmission shifted into nuetral to observe it) 500 to 1500 rpm. The problem seems to be worse at elevated ambient temperatures. (above 80 degrees, f.) this is a hazardous condition and several times rear-end collisions have been narrowly averted. Communication with oldsmobile's customer service office have been met with rudeness and the plainly stated position that they are not interested in addressing problems with vehicles out of warranty or owned by aftermarket owners. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20020622 |
Gas leak/fumes from high pressure return fuel line. Vehicle could ingnite at any time without warning.*ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20020614 |
Upon starting the vehicle,the engine caught fire because of the failure described in the fuel rail tubing recall (recall number 04v1110000); however, the vehicle's vin isn't included in the recall. *la
No | No | N | None | None | 20020512 |
Fuel rail assembly plastic hose developed a high pressure fuel leak, spraying gasoline on top of engine.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20020505 |
Entire steering column has loosened. Steering wheel is loose and about to fall off. To wners knowledge, the vehicle has never been in a crash and the steering column has never been serviced. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20020502 |
The plastic connector of the fuel rail ruptured and gasoline was sprayed on hot engine. This problem should be looked at closely!!! My wife and son were driving the car at the time this occurred...They could have been seriously injured. I think the manufacturer should be held liable.
No | No | N | None | None | 20020502 |
Fuel line is leaking fluid into engine.*ak
No | Fire | N | 3 Injured | None | 20020417 |
Vehicle caught on fire and was totaled. There was a recall, but gm refused responsibility. *ak almost two years after the fire the consumer received a recall in reference to nylon tuning used in the fuel rail which could crack and result in a fuel leak or fire. The consumer would like a replacement vehicle. *nm
No | No | N | None | None | 20020403 |
1995 oldsmobile aurora experiencing problems with steering wheel.*mr...Consumer took vehicle to premier automotive services , and they recommended the replacement of steering rack ans pinion and steering pressure hose due to leaking steering fluid/epairment of transmission torque converter clutch/ replacement of valve cover gaskets and engine mounts/ repaired coolant leak. Consumer purchased a wynns usa extended warranty, which did not not cover all repair work needed. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20020316 |
Vehicle shutdown without prior warning, all of the electrical components shutdown.
No | No | N | None | None | 20020217 |
While driving with the cruise control set at 75 mph in wyoming, the car began an gradual increase in speed - the gas pedal was not touched. Touching the brakes several times did not stop the speed increase. Turning off the cruise control switch did not stop the increase. After had breaking and after reaching a speed of 90 mph, the uncontrolled acceleration finally stopped. After that we did not use the cruise control. Fortunately, we were in the middle of wyoming with no traffic on the interstate, if we had been in city traffic we would most likely have crashed into someone.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20020214 |
When starting the vehicle consumer smelled a gas odor coming from the vehicle. Consumer opened the hood, and saw gas spilling onto the engine. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealership for inspection, and mechanic determined that the fuel rail failed. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20020204 |
Fuel leak developed in my 95 aurora. Fuel was spraying on the engine which caused strong odors in the garage and open air. It was fixed by a garage close to work. Then the fuel rail failed again, three months later in a different place, and was replaced by the dealer at my cost. *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20020115 |
While driving out of driveway heard a loud noise. Took vehicle to dealer, and they found out that transmission had cracked and could not be fixed. Instead, needed to be replaced. But, dealer told consumer that they could not be responsible for any warranty. Please provide more information.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20011119 |
Multi-function switch failure resulting in ticking sound in dash, brake lights blinking and cruise control dropping out. Switch was replaced at 55,290 miles with same problem. *ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20011110 |
When driving in a parking lot a person walking flagged down the driver and informed him that flames were coming from under the vehicle. The driver turned the vehicle off and got out of the vehicle to investigate the problem. The consumer was able to put the fire out. *ak *sc *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20011109 |
Engine check light; transmission slams into gear; dtc #76 indicates a pressure solenoid in transmission needs replacement. Has happened six times. Original transmission was replaced at 52,000 miles. No transmission shop wants to work on it because it may not fix the problem. Has broken two engine mounts when putting transmission into reverse or drive due to the hardness of the operation. Always happens when engine (car) is cold, is started, and placed into reverse. Clear code and all is normal untill the next time.*ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20011031 |
The 1995 oldsmobile aurora was parked. After restarted the vehicle, had backfired and the store owner told her that the vehicle caught on fire from underneath. The vehicle was totaled.
No | No | N | None | None | 20011026 |
Transmission will only operate in reverse or second gear, drivers side window will not operate properly, numerous other problems. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20011024 |
While driving, the engine completely shuts down at 60 mph leaving the consumer with no power steering or brakes. Nlm consumer states that all electrical systems also fail at time of engine failure. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 20011022 |
The consumer experienced an ongoing problem with a fuel leak in the fuel lines. Consumer is an aircraft mechanic and has been performing a temporary solution by installing rubber fuel lines. A recall for fuel rail tubing 04v110000 was issued, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak on four separate incidents leaks were found. The leaks were repaired each time with rubber fuel lines replacing split plastic lines. *tc *jb
No | No | N | None | None | 20011020 |
The fuel rail is composed of plastic sections of tubing connecting the fuel injectors. These sections develop splits allowing fuel to spray all over the engine. This has happened twice in the past year. Both times i replaced the bad sections with rubber hose and clamps. I believe that if this problem is not addressed every one of these cars will develop the problem at some point in time, possibly resulting in catastrophic fires.
No | Fire | N | 1 Injured | None | 20011019 |
The consumer smelled gas inside the vehicle. Then, there was an explosion inside the vehicle and the vehicle was on fire for unknown reason. The consumer was injured. *yh
No | No | N | None | None | 20010822 |
Nylon (itt automotive) fuel lines developed pin-hole leak which sprays a very fine mist of gasoline into engine compartment. This is very dangerous. There are about 20 other complaints listed on your website - what does it take to get a recall? - or at least some help from gm to pay for the $800 in repairs... Please respond with advice. *ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 20010819 |
Consumer was traveling about 35mph on a two lane road and another vehicle veered into consumers lane, hitting vehicle head-on. Upon impact, drivers side airbag did not deploy, but passengers did, vehicle was totaled. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010812 |
Plastic fuel line deveploped a pin hole and gas shot out onto hot engine. Has contacted dealer, and had the problem fixed on aug 15 2001. *ak *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 20010802 |
A fuel line under the hood was spraying gasoline. It was not from a fitting. It was spraying from a hole in the plastic fuel line tubbing. For a plastic fuel line to begin spraying gasoline for no apparent reason is bizzare. I feel oldsmobile should be aware of this and should pay for parts and labor for this defect.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010708 |
Smell of gas was coming into vehicle. Consumer checked under hood and found gas sputting out. Contact dealer.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010629 |
Nylon fuel lines that feed into fuel injectors developed a hole, and were leaking fuel. Local repair shop performed the service on vehicle. *ak *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 20010612 |
Fuel rail plastic connector sprung fuel leak; spraying fuel over hot engine; could have caused fire and explosion; lucky it did not. I see there are a number of complaints for this problem, which should never happen. What will manufacturer do for reimbursement of repair expenses?*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010608 |
During the recent flood in houston, some water got into my olds aurora. Now, once the doors are locked, they cannot be opened from the inside. The front doors can be opened from the outside if you have a key! This presents a very dangerous situation in which someone can literally become trapped inside the car. All locks should operate manually! The locks in my car worked well before the water seeped in. Now they will not open the doors at all!
No | No | N | None | None | 20010606 |
No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010511 |
Consumer states the fuel pump failed while driving at a highway speed of 50 mph. Dealer and the manufacturer were notified. *jb consumer states that the vehicle stopped with no steering or brakes. *yh
No | No | N | None | None | 20010422 |
Plastic fuel line at engine attachment sprank pinhole leak spraying stream of gas into engine compartment. This is dangerous! Do something before someone dies. Design defect to use plastic that is becoming brittle and fatigued with age. At least 6 reports on 1995 but only 1 on 1996. See odi id's: 558753, 865285, 877480, 872581, 866289, 738883, 869987, possibly 708825, 715202, 828327, 976637.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010413 |
Noticed smoke coming from under steering wheel cover, from opening where steering wheel turns while driving at 45 mph. Drove home for approx. 5 miles. Smoke stopped when key turned off. Will contact olds dealer monday 04/16. Afraid to drive until checked. I wonder if this is a safety related defect that will be fixed for free?Le. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20010331 |
Consumer smelled fuel coming from vehicle. Dealership examined vehicle and could not find the problem. Consumer discovered that fuel lines had small holes in them, allowing fuel to leak. Please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20010321 |
While driving vehicle caught on fire under hood. Vehicle was totalled. Manufacturer has been notified. First, heard pop, then the vehicle stalled. Then the driver restarted the vehicle and drove it in reverse gear there was an explosion and the vehicle caught fire.
No | No | N | None | None | 20010112 |
No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20001227 |
Took car in for service twice while under warranty complaining about jerk in transmission, dealer said nothing was wrong, now complete failure. Company advertisers car will not need tuneup until 100,000 miles, they are right because car will not move. Review of several internet sites indicate many owners have same problem manufacturer should be required to repair at their cost.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20001224 |
Engine light comes on...Rpm's randomly go up and down causing vehicle to surge and/or stall. This is extremely dangerous. Also, trans. Jurks between 45-60mph. Dealer says this is normal. Nothing can be done.
No | No | N | None | None | 20001119 |
Consumer has tried to get recall 9500v057000 manufacturer's recall 00023 done. The parts aren't available & dealer is not sure when they will be shipped. Consumer will verify vin#. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20001116 |
A narrow strem of fuel was spraying from one of the plastic fuel lines under the hood causing fuel odor inside the vehicle. Nlm
Crash | No | N | 4 Injured | None | 20001109 |
Five days after the purchase radiator cracked, car overheated, took to dealership, while speaking with the service manager, i explained the abs/traction control light came on and stays on as of 3rd day after purchase and that the engine was surging and back fire type noise from under the hood during acceleration and the car had no power. The front right fog light was not working the day of purchase and to replace it, i was charged for the replacement bulb. There was no buyers guide on this vehicle on the day i test drove the car nor on the day of purchase, i purchased a one year extended warranty through the dealership in the amount of $1295.00, and was told it covered everything. Service manager was contacted on the day i picked the car up after the radiator repair, and was told the other issues were not corrected at this time due to the warranty not having time to process. A few hours later, i called the service manager to report that the car was running hot , smoking from under the hood and he blew it off as coolant burnoff and if it continued to return it on the following monday, this was on a friday. Was involved in accident that same friday night, yet it was minor and i drove the car home from the scene. I drove to a repair facility on monday, and there is when i was informed that the radiator repair from the previous week was not done and pictures were taken and i met with the sales manager and showed him the pictures, yet he still insisted the repair was done, i e-mailed the photos to gm and oldsmobile with my complaint. No response to this day 01/29/01. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000727 |
Left front seat belt does not always retract when uncoupled. Apperas that the retraction spring may not provide enough tension to enable the seat belt to always retract. Also, the seat belt itself twists and folds during retraction which may be a contributing factor to this problem. This problem appears to be very similar to the current nhtsa campaign id# 00v057000
No | No | N | None | None | 20000723 |
Right rear seat belt will not retract as described in ntsha recall capaign 00v057000. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000715 |
Left rear seat belt will not retract. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000710 |
Hot fuel sprayed in engine compartment, in large amounts, at highway speeds
No | No | N | None | None | 20000630 |
Front right side passenger's restraint belt is fully extended and will not retract. Dealer has been contacted.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000627 |
In less than 12 months i have had to have 3 starters put on this vehicle to keep from being stranded on the road. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000604 |
While driving consumer smelled some fuel. When vehicle was taken into dealership consumer was told that there was a fuel leakage where pipe (part #25604920)was not properly connected to fuel injector.*ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 20000505 |
Steering column caught fire due to a malfunctioned multi function switch. Switch is not protected by fuse or breaker and can cause a fire when it shorts, due to a manufacting defect!*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000503 |
Vehicle would not start due to the lower half of the tilt knuckle was broken, which also allowed the steering wheel to rest against the seat. *slc
No | No | N | None | None | 20000424 |
My car was missing and hesitating, i took the car in to the dealership and was told it was the leaking of the head gaskets, cost was to be around 3500.00. After dealership removed head gaskets (this was 8 hours of labor and 1200.00 so far for labor) they found a hole in the engine due to corrosive defect. The cost of a new engine (a northstar) would be 8000.00 plus labor. This norhtstar engine should have lasted longer than 82,000. They are advertised to go 100,000 miles without tuneups. I knew that was far fetched...I had my car maintenanced proplerly for all of the mile checkups reported by the manufacturer. I have been in contact with oldsmoblile customer service and received a number C00118601. I am very upset with this and just want it reported properly.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000314 |
Gas fumes were seeping into vehicle. Vehcile was taken to dealer where they found a hole in the fuel lines. 2 lines had to be replaced. Manufacturer hasn't not been responding back to consumer regarding the problem.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000229 |
Rear sholder belt will not retract. Sholder belt is extended to its full length leaving excess slack in belt. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 20000207 |
While driving the vehicle suddenly and without warning stalls, the dealer replaced ignition related problems but the problem still exist. Nlm
No | No | N | None | None | 19991231 |
Drivers side backseat seat belt will not retract. Consumer took to vehicle dealer, and they repaired it. Consumer states this was the same problem as recall 00v057000. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19991214 |
Recall 00v057000/rear shoulder belts: rear driver's side shoulder belt will not retract. Dealer / manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under recall due to vin. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19991031 |
Headlights flicker or blink like flashers while driving. Fuel injection system seems not to be getting necessary fuel at all times. Paint has been peeling on the molding and i have been noticing spots in the paint more and more every week. Had problem with anti-lock braking system made loud noises and malfunctioned while driving. Transmission shut down on the interstate was driving 70mph then alll of a sudden it shut down to 35mph and it wouldn't go any faster. Air condition vents are stuck in close position and some of them are not getting air through them at all.
No | No | N | None | None | 19991009 |
Fuel return had a hole which caused a gasoline leak to spray onto engine bay which may have causes a fire. Then, a fuel line cracked, causing the gasoline to spray onto engine. Then to the floor which may have caused a fire. Please provide further information. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19991005 |
Oil leak crankcase, have to pull engine mfr will not take care of problem because of high milage tcbs have been put out onthis problem they still will not take care of this because warranty is over this problem will exist on all of these cars because of bad design.They should not allow this car to be made becuse of the inherit problems this car will have because the way the ran the exaust up and around oilpan and carankcase
No | No | N | None | None | 19990930 |
The heat shrink fuel lines connecting the fuel injectors developed a pin hole leak and sprayed fuel into the engine compartment. I replaced the bad section of the fuel rail line the first time at 80,000 miles. The second time happened yesterday with a pin hole leak in another section of the heat shrink tubing of the fuel rail connecting the injectors. It again sprayed fuel into the engine compartment until i smelled the gas inside the car. These defects seem to me to be very dangerous, and since it has happened twice to me, i think the fuel line material is defective and needs to be recalled. I
No | No | N | None | None | 19990929 |
Each incident has its own explanation. Please contact owner for clarfication. (704) 554-6065
No | No | N | None | None | 19990810 |
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990807 |
Contacted dealer & oldsmobile & nhtsa - no resolution!! Nosafety defects listed.
No | No | N | None | None | 19990706 |
Fuel line where it is attached to engine sprung a leak, spilling hot gasoline over engine, consumer feels this could cause a fire and/ or an explosion.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990704 |
I now have a profuse oil leak. It began at fairly low mileage and diagnosed as a drain plug problem - i had that fixed. The next time it leaked i was informed that it was the oil pan seal - i had that replaced. Now the leak is evidently the crankcase seal, as diagnosed again by the dealer - leaks profusely. Isn't there a recall for this kind of thing - the repair is very very expensive.
No | No | N | None | None | 19990629 |
Smelled gas odor while driving. Fuel rail failures were reported by dealer to be significantly dangerous and could have resulted in fire and an explosions. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990614 |
Vehical has been meticulously maintained solely by dealership, no one else has ever worked on vehical including oil changes. Vehical gave no indication of transmission problems prior to complete and total failure. *ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19990527 |
Consumer experienced fumes from the ignition that caused a fire. There was fluid that was leaking. Consumer will added additional information.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990514 |
A faulty computer module, causing driver 's side power window not to operate/ blowing fuses, and automatic transmission shifting problem. Dealer notified, and appointment made for inspection. Feel free to provide any further details.
No | No | N | None | None | 19990511 |
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990507 |
No summary
No | No | N | None | None | 19990408 |
Rr seatbelt retractor failed. Manufacturer replaced. Covered 1/2 of cost.
No | No | N | None | None | 19990321 |
Electrical cable going to trunk gets pinched by trunk lid, exposes wires,lets in water.*ak
Crash | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19990216 |
Abs/tc did not allow me to stop in time and i hit the vehicle in front of me. Now the traction off light illuminates constantly (> 40 mph it enables the fault) and the insurance company will not pay to have the bpmv replaced.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19990206 |
Rear driver's and passenger's seatbelts do not retract back into the seatbelt housing, causing the seatbelts to become inoperative. Won't protect the occupant in event of an accident. Common problem. Please provide further information. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19981106 |
The consumer has been experiencing problem rear seat belts. Rear seat belts fail to retract. The manufacturer has been contacted. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19981019 |
Check engine light comes on daily ( dealer cant find reason) master cylinder leaking, replacement of dirverside engine mount,(moter accelarates to high rpm when started, cd played failed,tranmission failed cylinder replaced.
No | No | N | None | None | 19981013 |
Radio/cd failure. Also rear seat belt fails to retract. *ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19980911 |
Vehicle parked in driveway heard crackling & popping. Checked vehicle & noticed vehicle in flames. Called fire department, but vehicle was a total loss. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19980902 |
Master cylinder leaking.
No | No | N | None | None | 19980617 |
When coming to a stop the vehicle will surge. The dealer is not able to correct the problem. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19980515 |
Rear seat belts are jammed & will not release or retract. They are hardly used. The retractor has failed. Was informed by dealer vehicle is not under warranty. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19980301 |
Seat belts/transmission/abs brakes/ starter failed. Also engine continuously overheated.
No | No | N | None | None | 19971210 |
Wheels would vibrate at high speed. Took to dealer & mechanic said wheel is out of round. Owner wanted wheel repaired under warranty, but mechanic said owner damaged it. Insurance adjuster called in & checked & agreed wheel was out of round but saw no damage. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19971030 |
The rear passenger's side seat belts will not retract into the retractor mechanism after releasing belt from buckle.*ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19970523 |
When trying to pass another vehicle, the vehicle's engine shut down and then restarted on its own. *ak the manufacturer pointed out that the vehicle automatically shuts down if driven over the limited speed. *yh
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19970404 |
Two minor electrical fires due to faulty multi-function switch.
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19970330 |
Multi function switch failed resulting in fire on two occasions.
No | No | N | None | None | 19970130 |
Transmission failure.
No | No | N | None | None | 19961004 |
This is a 1995 oldsmobile aurora. I am the original owner. The car has less than 70k miles, has been garaged and has not been in any accidents. After driving in winter storms the car was always washed under the chassis in the car wash to remove salt. On 10/5/2006, as i was pulling out of the garage, the brake pedal felt totally soft and the car stopped with difficulty after pumping the brakes many times, etc. Our garage has a high slope into the street. I pulled the car slowly back into the garage and observed brake fluid on my driveway. I raised the car on jacks and i inspected the underbody. The brake fluid lines going towards the back wheels are heavily corroded and a spot was leaking heavily. I have owned several cars in the past and kept them for many years and high mileage but i never faced such a serious safety issue. Imagine if i was driving on the highway, at 65 miles/hour!*jb
No | No | N | None | None | 19960619 |
Trunk doesn't have handle, hard to open, doesn't pop up. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19960409 |
Self heated seats become very hot that seat coils tarnished the leather seat, owner is afraid that it might burn any passengers. *ak
No | Fire | N | None | None | 19960406 |
Factory installed pass key alarm system shorted out, causing fire. *dsh
No | No | N | None | None | 19960309 |
Headrest does not extend high enough for tall drivers.
No | No | N | None | None | 19951110 |
Windshield shattered. *sd
Crash | No | N | None | None | 19951022 |
Was rear ended, drivers side seat broke. Tt
No | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 19950812 |
Seat belt failed to keep driver in safe position during accident, causing air bag injury.
No | No | N | None | None | 19950730 |
A/c compressor malfunctioned. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19950627 |
Tire blowout.
No | No | N | None | None | 19950531 |
My front pass door locked and could not be openned until the service dept took the inside door panel off. I asked them what would i do in an accident ? I paid to replace part that failed. Called olds edge hot line and they didn't seem to concerned. After more thought, i paid to have the driver's side replaced. That happened in 1997 but since i'm away from home, i don't have true mileage and dates of occurrences. I feel this is as serious failures as the back seat belts not working nhtsa 00v057000. Imagine yourself in a car in an accident and the door locks. Fortunately, now i know what to do when this happens to me. It's scary the first time it happens. Even the mechanics at olds were puzzled by it. Last month, my driver door started locking, and it locked again yesterday. Since i'm away from home, i haven't got it repaired again. Believe me this is very serious since the number of accidents and my driving is almost 100% expressway driving. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19950406 |
Total obscured vision from windshield during inclement weather/snow and slush. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19950130 |
Cd player failed. *dsh
No | No | N | None | None | 19950115 |
Problem with alluminum alloy wheel center cap. *ak
No | No | N | None | None | 19001231 |
While driving, the consumer noticed fumes coming from vehicle. The consumer pulled over and noticed the front end of the vehicle was pouring out gas. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and the technician replaced the fuel rail. Please provide further details. *mr