1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 22about this part
- Share
- 16%of 136 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 132,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 22 complaints about the electrical system of the 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 16% of the 136 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 132,500 miles. 5 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My car stalled in traffic without warning or prior occurance. Would not re-start. After 6-8 dangerous minutes stopped in the middle of the road, the car started and I pulled over to the side. Problem was diagnosed as a faulty ignition module and was repaired. A short time prior to this incident, I was traveling 65 MPH on the highway. I shudder to think of the consequences of a sudden power failure and stalled car in the midst of fast-moving traffic. …”
NHTSA complaint #10080523, filed 2004-07, 130,000 miles“Dt: problem began a couple of weeks ago. There was smoke coming from steering column. Problem was noticed while in motion. It seemed to happen when it was hot outside. Vehicle was not overheating. Then, left and right turn signals went out as well as the horn. Upon inspection by the mechanic, it was reported that there was a bad switch in the steering column ,and the wires were frayed. Vehicle is now in the shop. Owner contacted GM, and provided her VIN, was told there were no recalls.”
NHTSA complaint #10126258, filed 2005-06, 135,000 miles“Starter and alternator going bad and just replaced battery im trying to find if starters or alternators have been recalled on an 1992 olds. Cutlass supreme sl.”
NHTSA complaint #10053279, filed 2004-01“While driving, operator noted all indicator lights on the dash flashed simultaneously and went out. Operator immediately noticed smoke coming from under hood. Pulled over to side of road, stopped vehicle. Opened hood. Flames were coming from left front side of engine compartment, midway between dash & left front tirewell. Fire melted wiring, battery, liquid containers and damaged remaining components. No prior indication nor warning of potential problem observed.”
NHTSA complaint #706523, filed 1999-05“Smoke pours out steering column each time vehicle is started up. Problem has reoccurred after ignition switch was replaced 2 years ago. Dealer was notified.”
NHTSA complaint #8011389, filed 2002-06Related recalls
- 92V066000May 11, 1992The optional remote entry module may have a fault which causes random actuation of interior lamps, door locks, and/or tailgate release. This actuation may…Covers: Oldsmobile Cutlass 1992, Buick Century 1992
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 18 | 23% |
| 1998 | 16 | 10% |
| 1997 | 15 | 16% |
| 1996 | 15 | 12% |
| 1995 | 18 | 12% |
| 1994 | 19 | 13% |
| 1993 | 21 | 15% |
| 1992 | 22 | 16% |
| 1991 | 23 | 12% |
| 1990 | 9 | 9% |
| 1989 | 20 | 18% |
| 1988 | 6 | 8% |
| 1986 | 2 | 9% |
| 1984 | 2 | 13% |
Other parts of the 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
53 complaintsEngine cooling
18 complaintsSeat belts
15 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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