Oldsmobile Cutlass owners have reported 47 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering rack and pinion (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Vehicle was having steering problems. Consumer was told by dealer that rack and pinion needed repairs. Read details...
Frame, where steering rack bolts to, rusted out. Steering rack became separated from the frame causing a dangerous steering condition. Frame needs to be replaced at a very high cost. Read details...
While driving steering jerked uncontrollably. Consumer was not able to maintain control of the vehicle, and it collided with another vehicle. No injuries reported. However, consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer. For inspection, but mechanic could not duplicate the problem. Read details...
Recall on 1998 olds Cutlass- I was not notified of such recall on steering: rack and pinion. I am paying out of pocket for this repair and am getting a run around from Oldsmobile. My car is being serviced at a non-gm facility. Read details...
Vechile recently started making groaning noise when steering and from power steering pump. Power steering pump was replace back in 2011. Took to goodyear and tech indicated pump was fine, problem point to the rack and pinion. Read details...