1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme: 1 recall, 38 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #00V189000 · 2000 · 713,435 vehicles
What's wrong: A condition where one or both front engine cradle bolts can pull through the retainers due to corrosion of the retainers.
Why it matters: If both bolts pull through, the front of the cradle would no longer be supported at the mounting locations and the steering intermediate shaft could separate from the steering gear.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front and rear frame/cradle bolts and retainers.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Fuel system Equipment recall #06E043000 · 2006 · 88,303 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from October 18, 2005, through March 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The…
Why it matters: This condition May cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
The fix: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (12): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (4).
- Electrical (8): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), stalls / loses power (2).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (7): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2), brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Exterior lights (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme has 38 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 5 Cutlass Supreme model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 50). Complaints peaked in 1999 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 10 years old, at a median of 95,375 miles.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 31 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | Regular |
| 3.1 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 27 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme problems?
Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (12), electrical (8), brakes (hydraulic) (7).
What gas mileage does the 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.3 L, Manual 5-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.