Recalls for 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass

DEFECT #1 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

Posted on: 1995-09-12
Description
These vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load.  This does not comply with fmvss no.210, seat belt assembly anchorages.

Consequence
Consequence of non-compliance: in a collison, stress can cause the attachment metal to tear and allow the anchorage to separate from the body of the vehicle.  The safety belt may not protect an occupant in the event of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the existing anchor bolts with a new shoulder bolt and thread locking adhesive.  Additionally, noise control patches will be applied at each anchorage.

Notes
System: interior; active restraints; belt anchor and attachment; fmvss no.210.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300; chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020; pontiac at 1-800-762-2737; or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Posted on: 1992-05-20
Description
The optional remote entry module may have a fault which causes random actuation of interior lamps, door locks, and/or tailgate release.  This actuation may occur while the vehicle is in use or unattended.

Consequence
If the tailgate release actuates, the tailgate will open.unrestrained passengers in the rear seat area could fall out of the vehiclewhile the car is in motion, and receive serious injuries.

Corrective Action
Replace the remote entry module with a newly revised module to prevent random actuation.

Notes
System: electrical; remote entry modules.vehicle description: passenger cars (station wagons) with remote entry modules.

DEFECT #3 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Posted on: 1991-12-16
Description
The reverse servo apply pin may bind in the case which could cause reverse band distress (loss or slipping of reverse), reverse band drag in drive range (poor performance -- poor power), or the transmission to remain in reverse while the shift indicator shows neutral gear position.

Consequence
If the transmission remains in reverse while the shiftindicator shows neutral, the vehicle may unexpectedly move rearward and resultin a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action
Replace the transaxle where required.

Notes
System: transmission and transmission shift indicator.vehicle description: 1992 a and w body passenger cars with 4-speedautomatic transmissions.

DEFECT #4 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

Posted on: 2007-03-12
Description
Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos.  Fp10020-11b1, fp10026-11b1, and fp10027-11b1, sold after january 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above.  The universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.

Consequence
Fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.

Corrective Action
Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge.  The recall began on april 23, 2007.  Owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.  

Notes
This recall only pertains to aftermarket delphi fuel pressure regulators and has no relation to any original equipment installed by general motors.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.