1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Seat belts Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 11%of 136 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 106,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the seat belts of the 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 11% of the 136 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 106,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, 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.
“The contact stated the vehicle gear position indicator will show neutral but the transmission will be in reverse. There is a NHTSA recall, # 91v214000, regarding the automatic transmission, but the vehicle is not included due to the VIN. Also, the contact stated there is a NHTSA recall, # 95v173000, regarding the front seat belt anchorage. The vehicle has not had the problems associated with the recall and the VIN is not included. The manufacturer stated the VIN does not match this vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10149309, filed 2006-02, 106,000 miles“The passenger's side seat belt would not retract. The lower lap belt and shoulder harness was replaced in oct of 97. The owner is experiencing the same problem with the driver's side belt. The belt is very loose and would not tension properly to restrain occupant.”
NHTSA complaint #819801, filed 1998-01“Driver's side shoulder seat belt failed to operate during a head-on collision, shoulder belt did not lock in postion , and did not hold driver in seat, causing head injuires.”
NHTSA complaint #875743, filed 2000-11“The consumer has been experiencing difficulties with the fitting of seat belt. The seat belt comes across consumer's neck and at times chokes her. The manufacturer has been contacted.”
NHTSA complaint #829337, filed 1998-10“Both passive and driver seat belt will not retract when they belts are in use. If consumer would ever get into an accident the seat belt will not retain consumer.”
NHTSA complaint #809291, filed 1997-02Related recalls
- 95V173000Sep 15, 1995These vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. This does not comply with fmvss no.210…Covers: Oldsmobile Cutlass 1991–1993, Buick Century 1989–1996, Oldsmobile Ciera 1989–1990, 1994–1996 +2 more
Seat belts: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 | 3% |
| 1997 | 2 | 2% |
| 1996 | 7 | 6% |
| 1995 | 9 | 6% |
| 1994 | 8 | 5% |
| 1993 | 3 | 2% |
| 1992 | 15 | 11% |
| 1991 | 26 | 13% |
| 1990 | 12 | 12% |
| 1989 | 11 | 10% |
| 1988 | 3 | 4% |
| 1987 | 5 | 31% |
| 1986 | 2 | 9% |
| 1985 | 1 | 6% |
| 1984 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
53 complaintsElectrical system
22 complaintsEngine cooling
18 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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