MYRModel Year Report

1980 Oldsmobile Toronado

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1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:45:03.954Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1980

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1980: 2 complaints 1980 2 1981: 1 complaint 1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 1 complaint 1988: 4 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1990: 16 complaints 1990 1991: 4 complaints 1992: 4 complaints 1992 1993: 0 complaints 1995: 1 complaint 1995
1980: 2 complaints 1980 2 1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 4 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 16 complaints 1990 1991: 4 complaints 1991 1992: 4 complaints 1992 1993: 0 complaints 1993 1995: 1 complaint 1995
1980: 2 complaints 1980 2 1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 4 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 16 complaints 1990 1991: 4 complaints 1991 1992: 4 complaints 1992 1993: 0 complaints 1993 1995: 1 complaint 1995

1980: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19802
19811
19821
19830
19841
19852
19861
19871
19884
19892
199016
19914
19924
19930
19951

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Structure

2 of 2 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

Show complaint excerpts

A cracked frame. Dealer/manufacturer were not notified at this time.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-13

Frame of vehicle is cracked. Consumer concerned because of safety hazard.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-13

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1980-10-07Engine and engine cooling80V130000 No summary on file.

    Remedy: Dealer will reroute the EGR wiring harness to prevent any contact between the EGR switch mounting bracket and the air cleaner assembly. Also, the engine wiring harness at the back of the generator…

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  2. R
    Date not on fileEquipment79V229000 The tire placard (Label) does not contain the recommended tire size information. Therefore, it does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims".

    Remedy: Dealer will install a new label with correct information at no cost to owner.

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Buy-smart checklist

1980 Oldsmobile Toronado — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 79V229000 · Equipment
  • Recall 80V130000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

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