1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 5%of 96 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 43,600miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the fuel system of the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 5% of the 96 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 43,600 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“The vehicle's fuel pressure regulator failed and resulted in sudden acceleration. The consumer was backing out of a parking space, a popping noise occurred and as the consumer was going in reverse the vehicle lost all power and hit two parked vehicles. The consumer was told that the problem was with the fuel pressure regulator.”
NHTSA complaint #10095110, filed 2004-09, 43,600 miles“I purchased aftermarket fuel tank and sending unit from parts store :spectra premium brand #gm30a fuel tank and sp09d1h. After installing these parts into my car, I found I had a large gas leak when I filled the car with fuel like about a gallon went on the ground and it leaked as I drove the car back to the shop. …”
NHTSA complaint #11351562, filed 2020-08“Without warning vehicle was overheating. Mechanic stated that a pressure test was given to vehicle, causing antifreeze liquid to flow through oil lines, and causing manifold intake gasket to malfunction.”
NHTSA complaint #8004181, filed 2002-02“Engine check light has come on 4 times, indicating something wrong with the engine. Dealer has seen vehicle 4 times because water builds up in the air pump. Dealer has replaced the air pump/ intake manifold and cleaned injectors. Still has problems.”
NHTSA complaint #836316, filed 1999-03“Consumer had fuel injector replaced, electrical testing was done on vehicle due to engine check light alert, the next day the vehicle would not start. Vehicle was checked by dealer who determined that battery was not disconnected during testing which caused wires to burn into steering column. Consumer very concerned because horn was not working. Also had an exposed wire in the steering which was a potential shock hazard. Consumer states he is now experiencing other problems related to the electrical problem such as the air conditioning light coming on and the air bag system failed.”
NHTSA complaint #8015105, filed 2002-07Related service bulletins
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137901May 9, 2014This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 | 6 | 4% |
| 1997 | 5 | 5% |
| 1996 | 6 | 5% |
| 1995 | 7 | 4% |
| 1994 | 6 | 4% |
| 1993 | 8 | 6% |
| 1992 | 2 | 1% |
| 1991 | 6 | 3% |
| 1990 | 5 | 5% |
| 1989 | 4 | 4% |
| 1988 | 4 | 5% |
| 1986 | 1 | 4% |
| 1984 | 2 | 13% |
Other parts of the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass
25 complaintsSteering
20 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsEngine cooling
15 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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