Model year record

1996 Oldsmobile Aurora

2 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 149 owner complaints on file.

Oldsmobile Aurora, 1995–1999 generation
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Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 04V110000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Component
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Vehicles affected
483,477
Reported to NHTSA
2004-03-04
Owners notified
2004-06-02

Defect description

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 UNIQUE UNDERHOOD FUEL RETURN LINE THAT MAY CRACK. CRACKING OF THE FUEL RAIL OR RETURN LINE TUBING CAN RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

Safety risk

FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Manufacturer 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, 2004, FOR 1996-1997 OLDSMOBILE AURORA VEHICLES. OWNERS OF 1995 CADILLACS AND 1996-1997 OLDSMOBILE AURORA WERE SENT LETTERS ON AUGUST 6, 2004. ADDITIONAL LETTERS TO OWNERS WILL BE FORTHCOMING. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537.

Recall campaignNHTSA 95V204000

Electrical system: ignition: anti-theft: control module

Component
Electrical system: ignition: anti-theft: control module
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Vehicles affected
32,869
Reported to NHTSA
1995-10-23
Owners notified
1995-09-22

Defect description

THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A MALFUNCTION ALARM, LIGHTING AND LOCKING (MALL) MODULE THAT CAN CONTAIN A DAMAGED CAPACITOR. IF THE CAPACITOR IS DAMAGED, THE "KEY IN THE IGNITION" WARNING CHIME AND THE DRIVER SEAT BELT UNBUCKLED WARNING CHIME AND INDICATOR LAMP MAY NOT WORK. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION" AND FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." IN ADDITION, OTHER CHIME REMINDER FUNCTIONS, INTERIOR LIGHTING CONTROLS, AND POWER DOOR LOCKING FEATURES ARE ALSO AFFECTED.

Safety risk

CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE; THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE AWARE THAT THE KEY WAS LEFT IN THE IGNITION OR THAT THE SAFETY BELT WAS NOT BUCKLED.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF REQUIRED, REPLACE THE MALL MODULE.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings21125,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: fuel rail1090,445 mi
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline8—
Electrical system6116,000 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump5—
Steering: hydraulic power assist system5—
Vehicle speed control5—
Fuel system, gasoline4140,000 mi
Electrical system: 12V/24V/48V battery3—
Exterior lighting: headlights367,500 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system3—
Interior lighting3116,000 mi
Seats3150,000 mi
Structure: body: door3—
Electrical system: ignition290,000 mi
Electrical system: ignition: anti-theft: control module2110,000 mi
Electrical system: wiring: front underhood2106,477 mi
Engine and engine cooling285,500 mi
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system2—
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control2—
Exterior lighting: tail lights267,500 mi
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery2—
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly2—
Power train: automatic transmission2—
Steering: column285,500 mi
Suspension2—
Unknown or other2—
Air bags1—
Back over prevention: warnings: external/pedestrian alert1—
Electrical system: starter assembly1—
Electrical system: wiring1—
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers1—
Electrical system: wiring: interior/under dash1—
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan1—
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: radiator assembly1—
Engine and engine cooling: engine1110,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys1—
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)1109,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe1—
Equipment1—
Equipment: appliance: air conditioner1—
Equipment: electrical: anti-theft devices1—
Equipment: electrical: radio/tape deck/CD etc.1—
Exterior lighting1—
Exterior lighting: back up lights1—
Exterior lighting: headlights: concealment devices1—
Exterior lighting: turn signal: switch1—
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap1—
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting1—
Fuel system, other1131,429 mi
Fuel/propulsion system118,614 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch1—
Power train: automatic transmission: torque converter1—
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly1120,000 mi
Seats: front assembly: seat heater/cooler1—
Service brakes, hydraulic1120,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip1—
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components1—
Steering1120,000 mi
Steering: hydraulic power assist: pump1—
Steering: rack and pinion1—
Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate1—
Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: hinge and attachments1—
Suspension: rear: springs: air suspension system1110,000 mi
Tires1—
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal1—
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer1—
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs1—

The 1995 model has about a third as many complaints as this one. The 1997 model has roughly the same number of complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Open investigations

An investigation is not a recall. It indicates that NHTSA is currently evaluating an alleged defect but has not reached a final determination.

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