1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 53 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 62 |
| 1995 | 70 |
| 1996 | 87 |
| 1997 | 63 |
| 1998 | 40 |
| 2000 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
15% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 8 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES FAILED DUE TO SNOW BUILDING UP IN WHEELS, RESULTING IN ACCIDENT/INJURIES. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950323
11% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 6 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
DT: THE CONTACT STATED ON HIS WAY HOME FROM WASHING VEHICLE FELT AS THOUGH IT WAS SLIPPING. THE VEHICLE STARTED FILLING UP WITH SMOKE. HE PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND NOTICED A FIRE UNDER THE TRUNK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20051109
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Oldsmobile Achieva — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (6 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.