1991-1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
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1991-1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
- Price Range: $800 - $1,300
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Our reliability study for this generation Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Battery:
A fusible link for the generator (alternator) corrodes inside its insulation causing the battery to go dead and the generator output to be too high or low. (1990)
Cruise control:
The cruise control will fail to stay engaged or operate intermittently if the center high-mount stop lamp (CHMSL) is burned out. (1992)
Fuel economy:
Poor (V8) engine performance and fuel economy may be misdiagnosed as a problem with the computer-control system when the actual problem is poor connections in the wiring harness' female terminals. (1992)
Hood/trunk:
The secondary hood latch rusts making it hard to close the hood fully. The company will replace the latch regardless of time, mileage, or ownership. (1991-92)
None:
The five-mile-per-hour bumpers may not survive an impact because the energy-absorbing foam cracks, breaks, and falls out. (1990-92)
Oil consumption and exhaust smoke:
Oil consumption and blue smoke from the exhaust, especially when cold, is due to faulty valve-stem seals on V8 engines. (1991)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $450 |
| Alternator | $220 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $855 |
| Brakes | $390 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $895 |
| Exhaust System | $425 |
| Radiator | $350 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $290 |
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