CarRecallWatchThe 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6 reports).
1990 Oldsmobile Toronado recalls
Most common 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado problems
Problem areas named in the 16 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT UNLOCKS BY ITSELF. CAR IS MOVING OR STATIONARY THIS HAPPENS AT ANY TIME.
CONSUMER STATES THE COMPUTER CHIP TO START THE VEHICLE IS MALFUNCTIONING. THE DASHBOARD READS STARTING DISABLED. THE PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. MR
THE WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE DASH EXPERIENCED AND ELECTRICAL SHORT CAUSING THE DASH LIGHTS AND INDICATOR NOT TO WORK ON DAMP OR COLD WEATHER. NLM
ENGINE CRADLE BROKE UPON MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN. DRIVER LOST STEERING CONTROL OF CAR BUT MANAGED TO STOP IT BEFORE IMPACTING ANYTHING. CRADLE WAS REMOVED FROM CAR AND FOUND TO BE SOUND AND ALMOST RUST FREE EXCEPT FOR A SECTION ABOUT 6 INCHES LONG IN THE VICINITY OF THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL (AND DIRECTLY BELOW THE AC UNIT). THAT 6 INCH LONG SECTION WAS ALMOST COMPLETELY RUSTED AWAY AND WHAT LITTLE MATERIAL REMAINED APPARENTLY BROKE DURING THE LEFT HAND TURN. THE ENGINE CRADLE REMAINED FIRMLY ATTACHED TO THE BODY AT THE 6 MOUNTING POINTS.
WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR, RESULTING IN AN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE MASTER CYLINDER. CONSUMER NOW EXPERIENCING TOTAL LOSS OF BRAKING POWER WITH ABS. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
1990 Oldsmobile Toronado questions
Does the 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado: Seat Belts:Front:Webbing; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado?
Based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6), Electrical System (5), Seat Belts (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.