1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
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 |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 3 |
| 1981 | 3 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 74 |
| 1989 | 113 |
| 1990 | 103 |
| 1991 | 193 |
| 1992 | 136 |
| 1993 | 139 |
| 1994 | 148 |
| 1995 | 156 |
| 1996 | 123 |
| 1997 | 96 |
| 1998 | 155 |
| 1999 | 80 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
9% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASH8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ABS BRAKES FAILED ON WET PAVEMENT, RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL/ACCIDENT. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950630
7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 9 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 9 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
THE REVERSE SERVO APPLY PIN MAY BIND IN THE CASE WHICH COULD CAUSE REVERSE BAND DISTRESS (LOSS OR SLIPPING OF REVERSE), REVERSE BAND DRAG IN DRIVE RANGE (POOR PERFORMANCE -- POOR POWER), OR THE TRANSM
Remedy: REPLACE THE TRANSAXLE WHERE REQUIRED.
Campaign 91V214000 — check if this car was fixed
THE OPTIONAL REMOTE ENTRY MODULE MAY HAVE A FAULT WHICH CAUSES RANDOM ACTUATION OF INTERIOR LAMPS, DOOR LOCKS, AND/OR TAILGATE RELEASE. THIS ACTUATION MAY OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN USE OR UNATTEND
Remedy: REPLACE THE REMOTE ENTRY MODULE WITH A NEWLY REVISED MODULE TO PREVENT RANDOM ACTUATION.
Campaign 92V066000 — check if this car was fixed
SUB-FRAME ABSORBER FAILURE
CORRODED REAR DISK BRAKES
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING ANCHOR BOLTS WITH A NEW SHOULDER BOLT AND THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE. ADDITIONALLY, NOISE CONTROL PATCHES WILL BE APPLIED AT EACH ANCHORAGE.
Campaign 95V173000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNI
Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
Campaign 07E021000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 91V214000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 92V066000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V173000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E021000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components, accounting for 9% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass have?
4 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.