1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Introduction:
The 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is a full-size station wagon that was offered with a choice of two engines and two transmissions. The base engine was a 5.0L V8 with 170 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque, while the optional engine was a 5.7L V8 with 200 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque. Both engines were mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. The Custom Cruiser was praised for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and powerful engines, but it was criticized for its poor fuel economy and handling.
Engine
5.0L V8
- Intake Manifold Gasket Failure Description/Symptoms: Coolant leak, rough idle, poor engine performance Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600+ Recalls: None Found
5.7L V8
- Exhaust Manifold Bolt Failure Description/Symptoms: Exhaust leak, rattling noise, loss of power Solution: Replace exhaust manifold bolts Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+ Recalls: None Found
Transmission
Four-Speed Automatic
- Shift Solenoid Failure Description/Symptoms: Delayed or harsh shifting, transmission slipping Solution: Replace shift solenoid Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+ Recalls: None Found
Suspension
Front Lower Control Arm Bushings Description/Symptoms: Squeaking, rattling noise while driving over bumps Solution: Replace front lower control arm bushings Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+ Recalls: None Found
Rear Shock Absorbers Description/Symptoms: Bouncy ride, poor handling Solution: Replace rear shock absorbers Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+ Recalls: None Found
Electrical
Headlight Switch Failure Description/Symptoms: Headlights not working, flickering headlights Solution: Replace headlight switch Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+ Recalls: None Found
Power Window Motor Failure Description/Symptoms: Power window not working, slow window movement Solution: Replace power window motor Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+ Recalls: None Found
Exterior
- Plastic Trim Cracking Description/Symptoms: Cracks in plastic trim around windows, bumpers, and grille Solution: Replace plastic trim Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+ Recalls: None Found
Interior
- Power Seat Switch Failure Description/Symptoms: Power seat not working, seat moves slowly Solution: Replace power seat switch Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+ Recalls: None Found
Summary:
The 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is a spacious and comfortable station wagon with powerful engines and a smooth ride. However, it is not without its issues. The most common problems include intake manifold gasket failure, exhaust manifold bolt failure, shift solenoid failure, and front lower control arm bushing failure. Overall, the severity of the issues is moderate, and the cost to fix them ranges from $100 to $600+.