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2002 Oldsmobile Aurora Engine problems

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora's engine & cooling with NHTSA - 15% of all its complaints, most recently on July 18, 2014. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.

Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Engine complaints

Transmission & drivetrainElectrical systemEngine & cooling

My 2002 aurora v6, rpm started acting haywire it shot up to 8 grand at 30 mph. The engine and transmission were acting normal. It happened again 2 days latter then all of my dash lights and headlights went out. I took it in to the shop. I had the trans vacuum sensor changed along with the headlights. This did the trick for 24 hours. Not I have the same problem and the dealer can not figure out what is wrong or how to fix it. Can someone help with this. *Tr

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 10611426
SteeringEngine & cooling

I have owned my car for a total of 3 weeks. When taking the car for a test drive before buying it, I noticed a "clicking" in the steering. I was told it would be fixed. I have already had the car in 3 times, and the part is still not fixed. After bringing it to an independant dealer, turns out the sr coil needs replaced. Also, the engine light came on and the car revs loudly until 30mph. That has been diagnosed as the engine fan being blown. I also complained that the all wheel drive light was coming on and...

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I wasn't getting any traction. Apparently the transfer case clutch plates are slipping! Not only was this vehicle allowed to be sold with these major malfunctions, but the dealership is also fighting covering the costs. I researched the history of this vehicle (after buying it), and found that it has been seen on several occasions for a multitude of things. I am extremely disappointed!*Ak

Filed Incident Steering · Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10113893
Engine & cooling

Beginning in may 2003 we have had our 2002 oldsmobile aurora stall eight different times. It always stall after being driven on interstate highways. It stalled most often while leaving exit ramps and making left turns onto surface streets. Once it stalled at a toll booth. The local dealer changed parts in may 2003 and february 2004. After the last two incidents in may 2004, they have not been able to identify the cause, but are still trying. We have not had an accident yet, but with the car stalling as we cross busy highways, we could have been hit broadside at least two times. *La

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10074447
Engine & cooling

While driving, there was a noise coming from the engine. *Jb

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10020176

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