Does the 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass have any recalls?

The 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with seat belts:front:retractor.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass?

22 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Service and Repair Manual

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1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

Salon Coupe 2-Door

Engines covered

5.0L 305Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #84V15400027/11/1984Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

THE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTORS WHICH MAY NOT PERFORM ADEQUATELY DURING A COLLISION.

Remedy

THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTORS FREE OF CHARGE.

NHTSA #84V12400010/10/1984Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

THE TIE RODS ARE PART OF THE STEERING LINKAGE AND TRANSMIT TURNING MOVEMENTS TO THE WHEELS. THE BOLTS THAT FASTEN THE TIE RODS TO THEIR ADJUSTERS MAY NOT BE TIGHT ENOUGH. THIS COULD ALLOW THE TIE ROD

Remedy

THE TIE ROD END BOLTS WILL BE TIGHTENED WITHOUT COST TO THE OWNER.

No service bulletins No technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA for the 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

19981013Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported1 injured

VEHICLE EXPRIENCING PROBLEM WITH ACCELERATION AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE AND SHIFTING INTO DRIVE. VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL, CAUSING VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO FENCE. DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. *AK

19980203Component: TIRESCrash reported1 injured

REAR TIRES LOCKED UP, VEHICLE FISHTAILED, LOST CONTROL, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT/INJURIES. *AK

19961021Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported

CONSUMER WAS BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND CAR ACCELERATED AND HIT ANOTHER CAR, MECHANIC SAID IT WAS THE ACCELERATOR . PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

20011022Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINEFire reported

VEHICLE WAS DISABLED AND PARKED, DUE TO SUSPECTED ENGINE TROUBLE, THE ABANDONED VEHICLE BECAME ENGULFED IN FLAMES.*JB(OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT#10-90-485)

20011022Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINEFire reported

VEHICLE WAS DISABLED AND PARKED, DUE TO SUSPECTED ENGINE TROUBLE, THE ABANDONED VEHICLE BECAME ENGULFED IN FLAMES.*JB(OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT#10-90-485)

Showing the 5 most serious of 22 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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