1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 8%of 113 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the body and structure of the 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 8% of the 113 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Recall was not done properly. Repairs still under warranty. However dealership district manager refuses to repair car. Contacted general motors and they tried to get the dealership to repair. Manager is stating that yes the recall states that the bolts can pull through the frame but says that the frame pulled from the bolts. Copy of paper from same dealership states that the bolts pulled through the frame. Dealership made me drive car off of their lot in an undrivable condition without advising me that it could not be driven. General motors suggested that I contact you regarding this matter. …”
NHTSA complaint #753222, filed 2001-10“Nhtsa recall 00 v 189 000/ manufacturer's recall 00065-s/crable bolts: dealer: king orourke cadillac Oldsmobile; lynbrook,ny; phone# 516/593-6420 refused to honor recall because structure around cradle bolts have severely rusted out. Dealer wanted to charge consumer to replace that structure before recall repairs could be done. Feel free to provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8007355, filed 2002-04“Had received recall 00v189000/ engine cradle bolts & contacted dealership, and took vehicle for recall repairs. Vehicle was repaired. Later in the day, problem with cradle bolts reappeared. Contacted dealership & was informed by mechanic that cradle bolts would be repaired, but not responsible for damage done to motor.”
NHTSA complaint #876396, filed 2000-12“Cradle bolts rotted out and motor dropped to the ground, lost all control of steering, driver was pulling into a parking spot when this happened, vehicle recalled for same problem (00v-189), owner would like to be reimbursed for repairs made to vehicle. Cj”
NHTSA complaint #559595, filed 2001-02“The front cradle bolts which hold the engine and the transmission have disengaged from the vehicle, and also the cradle assembly is rusted, causing a potential for a vehicle collision to occur. Please give further details.”
NHTSA complaint #816676, filed 1997-09Related recalls
- 97V058000Apr 8, 1997Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine…Covers: Oldsmobile Cutlass 1988–1991, Pontiac Grand Prix 1988–1991, Buick Regal 1988–1991 +5 more
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 2 | 3% |
| 1998 | 8 | 5% |
| 1997 | 2 | 2% |
| 1996 | 7 | 6% |
| 1995 | 4 | 3% |
| 1994 | 10 | 7% |
| 1993 | 9 | 6% |
| 1992 | 8 | 6% |
| 1991 | 20 | 10% |
| 1990 | 8 | 8% |
| 1989 | 9 | 8% |
| 1988 | 9 | 12% |
| 1987 | 1 | 6% |
| 1986 | 2 | 9% |
Other parts of the 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
47 complaintsElectrical system
20 complaintsEngine cooling
17 complaintsSeat belts
11 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsTires
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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