Oldsmobile Toronado recall history and complaint patterns
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Oldsmobile Toronado, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Oldsmobile Toronado, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1967–1995 with 22 recall campaigns and 45 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 1992 (2), 1990 (2), and 1989 (2).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 1990 (18), 1991 (6), and 1992 (5).
- Top recall themes: Brakes, Other, and Steering and suspension.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash, Structure:frame and members.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Brakes
3 campaigns · Years: 1979, 1989These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Other
3 campaigns · Years: 1967–1968, 1975, 1984–1985These campaigns do not fit a single dominant theme, or the component taxonomy is broad.
Steering and suspension
3 campaigns · Years: 1981, 1986–1987, 1992These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.
Fuel and emissions
2 campaigns · Years: 1980, 1982These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
Powertrain
2 campaigns · Years: 1977, 1990These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.
Equipment and labeling
1 campaign · Years: 1980These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
- 79V229000 · Equipment: Labels
Seats and restraints
1 campaign · Years: 1990–1992These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
- 95V110000 · Seat belts: Webbing
Structure
1 campaign · Years: 1986These campaigns relate to structural components such as frame/body parts that can affect crash protection or integrity.
- 87V006000 · Structure: Body
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Oldsmobile Toronado in NHTSA complaint data are Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash, Structure:frame and members.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 0 | 1 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. |
| 1992 | 2 | 5 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:webbing, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Air bags. |
| 1991 | 1 | 6 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Electrical system. |
| 1990 | 2 | 18 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash, Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Service brakes, hydraulic. |
| 1989 | 2 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. |
| 1988 | 0 | 4 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Steering:rack and pinion, Power train:automatic transmission, Seats. |
| 1987 | 1 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:manual transmission. |
| 1986 | 2 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:retractor. |
| 1985 | 1 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Wheels, Suspension:front. |
| 1984 | 1 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Steering:rack and pinion. |
| 1983 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1982 | 1 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly. |
| 1981 | 1 | 1 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components. |
| 1980 | 2 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Structure:frame and members. |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1977 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1975 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1968 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 1967 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Steering , Seat belts and Vehicle speed control
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.