Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗GM/FUEL RAIL TUBING
- Summary
- SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L V8 ENGINES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE NYLON TUBING USED IN THE FUEL RAIL CONSTRUCTION MAY DEGRADE AND CRACK. ADDITIONALLY, THE 1995 MODEL YEAR USES A UNIQUE UNDERHOOD FUEL RETURN LINE THAT MAY CRACK. CRACKING OF THE FUEL RAIL OR RETURN LINE TUBING CAN RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
- Consequence
- FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL WITH A NEW STAINLESS STEEL FUEL RAIL. DEALERS WILL ALSO INSTALL A REVISED CHASSIS FUEL RETURN LINE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 2, 2004, FOR 1996-1997 OLDSMOBILE AURORA VEHICLES. OWNERS OF 1995 CADILLACS AND 1996-1997 OLDSMOBILE AURORA WERE SENT LETTERS ON AUGUST 6, 2004. ADDITIONAL LETTERS TO OWNERS WILL BE FORTHCOMING. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537.
GM/REAR SHOULDER BELTS
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR SHOULDER BELT(S) DO NOT RETRACT. A RETAINER COULD SEPARATE FROM A REAR SEAT SHOULDER BELT RETRACTOR WHICH RESULTS IN THE RETRACTOR RETURN SPRING BECOMING DISENGAGED.
- Consequence
- IN A CRASH, AN OCCUPANT MAY RECEIVE MORE SEVERE INJURIES IF THERE IS EXCESSIVE SLACK IN THE SHOULDER BELT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT BOTH REAR SHOULDER BELT RETRACTORS FOR CORRECT FUNCTION AND INSTALL A SPRING COVER RETAINING STRAP TO EACH RETRACTOR. IF A RETRACTOR DOES NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY, IT WILL BE REPLACED.
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Owner complaints (321)
321 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The fuel system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 321 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | 172 | 53.6% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 39 | 12.1% |
| Power train | 33 | 10.3% |
| Electrical system | 30 | 9.3% |
| Seat belts | 25 | 7.8% |
| Vehicle speed control | 12 | 3.7% |
| Service brakes | 10 | 3.1% |
| Steering | 10 | 3.1% |
| Equipment | 9 | 2.8% |
| Visibility | 7 | 2.2% |
How 1995 compares with other Aurora years
Best and worst Aurora years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 | 321 | 2 |
| 1996 | 100 | 2 |
| 1997 | 125 | 1 |
| 1998 | 49 | 0 |
| 1999 | 33 | 2 |
| 2000 | 4 | 0 |
| 2001 | 119 | 1 |
| 2002 | 25 | 2 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 17 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,850
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 523 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 17 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | $4,850 | 523 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1995 Aurora for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1995 Oldsmobile Aurora FAQ
How many recalls does the 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 04V110000 (fuel system), 00V057000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora problems?
Owners filed 321 complaints with NHTSA. Fuel system (172), Engine and engine cooling (39), Power train (33) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora get?
EPA rates the 4 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 15 city, 22 highway and 17 combined mpg.
How does the 1995 Aurora compare with other years?
Among the 1993–2002 Oldsmobile Aurora model years at least five years old, the 1993 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 1995 the most (321). The 1995 drew 321. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.