when i come out of a parking spot it ususally takes a minute for the car to get gas or when i make a turn but afte i drive it for awhile i dont have any problems. does anyone know what the problem is. if you do let me know.

from everything i have read, it appears to be a problem with the steering rack. problem is only when turning left. GM issued a recall for cars 97 and older for this problem. I have contacted GM and they have offered to share the cost with me. it is about a $1300 repair.

How did you go about contacting GM? I'm interested in having them share the cost for replacing my steering rack as well.

How did you go about contacting GM?
I know there is a sticker on my rear window that has a number, 1-800-442-OLDS...but that's for roadside assistance, so I'm not sure if they can transfer your call or not.

I also found out contact info for reporting safety defects to GM:

Please call us at 1-800-442-6537, or write:
Oldsmobile Customer Assistance Network16 E. Judson StreetP.O. Box 436006Pontiac, MI 48343-6006Actually, I think that 800# is the same one as above, no?