1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Body and structure Problems

“The rear cradle bolt recall 00v189000 defect occurred while coming to a complete stop. This resulted in the subframe bending and the steering column coming apart. The dealership is going to replace the subframe and steering column. The VIN number is not included in this recall.”

“While driving at 60 MPH received recall 00 v 189 000 for cradle bolt occurred. Engine dropped, and vehicle was immobile. Vin was not included in the recall.”

“I have replaced the door handles on both the drivers side and passenger doors. This is the 3rd time on the drivers side and the passenger side door handle broke off in my hand so I have no way to get into my vehicle at all short of breaking a window just to replace yet another door handle. Very poor design and very weak pot metal handles at 135.00 each time one is replaced (not including labor)this is getting rediculous. Dt”

“The contact owns a 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass ciera. The contact took his vehicle to be inspected by a dealer because he was experiencing failure with the wheel bearings. He was informed that the motor mount was loose. The vehicle was repaired and the contact was later informed of NHTSA campaign id number 00v189000 (engine and engine cooling). His VIN was not included in the recall. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage was 105,632 and failure mileage was 99,132. Updated 06/09/2008.”

“I purchased a 91 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme as a demo model from a local dealer. I was the first titled owner of the car. From the time I purchased the car in 92, I noticed splitting or crackling in the paint of the car. After a few years, it began flaking at the cracked areas and peeling. I mentioned this to the dealer where I purchased the car and took it for regularly scheduled maintenance. They informed that there was nothing they could do since there was no recall on the defect. I left it go, now its getting very bad and rust is starting to form. I am livid! …”