1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 322 |
| 1996 | 100 |
| 1997 | 125 |
| 1998 | 49 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 119 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
38% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 48 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings and fuel rail.
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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, 20030730
THE FUEL RAIL FAILED CAUSING GASOLINE EXPLOSION/FIRE. *AK *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20030304
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, 20141006
17% of complaints: electrical system — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing wiring and ignition.
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CONSUMER STATES WHILE TRAVELING 20-25 MPH AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. FIRE DEPARTMENT PUT FIRE OUT. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030724
15% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 19 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and gasoline.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
STALLED IN THE COLD WEATHER AND BACKFIRED. OIL PRESSURE WHEN TESTED WENT TO 210PSI. DEALERSHIP WASN'T AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20001115
9% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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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, 20130607
8% of complaints: steering — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and rack and pinion.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
1997 Oldsmobile Aurora — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (48 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (19 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 04V110000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.