MYRModel Year Report

1985 Oldsmobile Toronado

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1985 Oldsmobile Toronado
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:13:05.944Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Oldsmobile Toronado Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1985 highlighted. 1980: 2 complaints 1980 1981: 1 complaints 1982: 1 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaints 1988: 4 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1990: 16 complaints 1990 1991: 4 complaints 1992: 4 complaints 1992 1993: 0 complaints 1995: 1 complaints 1995
1985: 2 complaints
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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.

WHEELS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: wheels.

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WHILE DRIVING FRONT RIGHT WHEEL FELL OFF, CAUSING COLLISION.

NHTSA ODI report, 19971009

SUSPENSION

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.

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THE RIDE SIDE OF THE FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY PULLED COMPLETELY AWAY FROM THE FRAME. OWNER NOTICED PROBLEM WHEN TURNING WHEELS TO THE RIGHT WHILE BAKCING OUT OF A PARKING PLACE. THE PROLBEM WAS REPORTED TO GENERAL MOTORS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19991209

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19880722 — EA (closed 19910830)

REAR DISC BRAKES

I 19890306 — C (closed 19900116)

THROTTLE NON-RETURN

R 19890720 — vehicle speed control

A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).

Remedy: INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.

Campaign 89V102000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1985 Oldsmobile Toronado — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 89V102000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1985 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 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado?

The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.