1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 321 |
| 1996 | 100 |
| 1997 | 125 |
| 1998 | 49 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 119 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
23% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 75 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030102
15% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 49 distinct reports on file.
FIRE7% of complaints: power train — 23 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 18 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 16 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
WHILE SITTING IDLING AUTO ENGINE BURST INTO FLAMES AND BURNED COMPLETELY UP. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19951213
SAFETY TIMELINE
REAR COMPARTMENT LID ROD SEPARATION
REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
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 B
Remedy: 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 REPLA
Campaign 00V057000 — check if this car was fixed
FUEL RAIL LEAKAGE
FUEL RAIL LEAKS
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 UNI
Remedy: 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, 2
Campaign 04V110000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Oldsmobile Aurora — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (75 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (49 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V057000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V110000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.