MYRModel Year Report

1997 Oldsmobile Aurora

● Typical for this model
1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:47:27.792Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
125
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1997

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

38% of complaints

Complaints per year

1993: 1 complaint 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1995: 322 complaints 1995 1996: 100 complaints 1997: 125 complaints 1997 125 1998: 49 complaints 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2001: 119 complaints 2001 2002: 25 complaints 2003: 7 complaints 2003
1993: 1 complaint 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 322 complaints 1995 1996: 100 complaints 1996 1997: 125 complaints 1997 125 1998: 49 complaints 1998 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 119 complaints 2001 2002: 25 complaints 2002 2003: 7 complaints 2003
1993: 1 complaint 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 322 complaints 1995 1996: 100 complaints 1996 1997: 125 complaints 1997 125 1998: 49 complaints 1998 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 119 complaints 2001 2002: 25 complaints 2002 2003: 7 complaints 2003

1997: 125 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19931
19942
1995322
1996100
1997125
199849
199933
20004
2001119
200225
20037

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel system, gasoline

38% · 48 reports

Most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings and fuel rail.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

The consumer smelled gas odor while in the garage while his wife was driving the vehicle the next day the vehicle suddenly exploded and smoke and flame poured from under the hood. The driver was able to exit the vehicle quickly without injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-30

The fuel rail failed causing gasoline explosion/fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-04

On March 4, 2004, a recall was issued for my car - components fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. NHTSA campaign id number: 04V110000. NHTSA action number: EA04003.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-06

Electrical system

17% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and ignition.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Consumer states while traveling 20-25 MPH and without any indication vehicle caught on fire. Fire department put fire out. Vehicle was totaled.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-24

Engine and engine cooling

15% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Stalled in the cold weather and backfired. Oil pressure when tested went to 210PSI. Dealership wasn't aware of problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-15

Service brakes

9% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Both rear brake lines are so extremely corroded it actually rusted through the metal brake lines in several different locations on both rear brake lines and is leaking in large amounts at the severe corroded spots of the lines.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-06-07

Steering

8% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and rack and pinion.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. I
    2003-10-30Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-02-03 Fuel rail leakage
  2. I
    2004-02-03Engineering analysisClosed 2004-04-23 Fuel rail leaks
  3. R
    2004-06-02Fuel system, gasoline04V110000 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1997 Oldsmobile Aurora — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 48 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 21 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 19 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V110000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

Other years of this model

See all years ranked →

Best years2 years

Worst years1 year

FAQ

Is the 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.