Model year guide

1999 Oldsmobile Aurora

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

1999 Oldsmobile Aurora — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1999 Oldsmobile Aurora at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints37
Combined18 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1999 Oldsmobile Aurora recalls 2

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum NHTSA Campaign #99V238000 · 27/08/1999

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO PEDAL ASSEMBLY ATTACHMENT NUTS MAY BE LOOSE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY MISSING BRAKE BOOSTER TO BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY NUTS AND TIGHTEN ALL FOUR (4) NUTS TO SPECIFIED TORQUE.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc NHTSA Campaign #99V081000 · 14/04/1999

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH INCORRECT FRONT BRAKE ROTOR, BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY, BRAKE PADS, AND CALIPER MOUNTING BRACKET ON EITHER THE LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR CORRECT BRAKE PARTS AND REPLACE ANY INCORRECT ROTORS, CALIPER ASSEMBLIES, BRAKE PADS, AND CALIPER MOUNTING BRACKETS.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1999 Oldsmobile Aurora common problems

Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

1999 Oldsmobile Aurora MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume102 cu ft
Cargo volume16 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,750
Fuel only$22,750
Per mile$0.30

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1999 Oldsmobile Aurora trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
4.0L 8-cyl

1999 Oldsmobile Aurora vehicles on record

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Other Oldsmobile Aurora model years

2002 2001 1998 1997 1995

1999 Oldsmobile Aurora — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora?

Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, air bags, steering.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora get?

The 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 23 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.