MYRModel Year Report

1985 Oldsmobile Calais

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1985 Oldsmobile Calais
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:35:42.384Z

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1985

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990
1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990
1985: 3 complaints 1985 3 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990

1985: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19840
19853
19867
19875
198818
198918
199012

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

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Steering column wheel has cracked on two occasions, indicator light lever also broke off. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-01-18

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Latches/locks/linkages

1 of 3 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.

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Hood latch failed after recall repairs, causing hood to fly up. (86V-1210)

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-11

Exterior lighting

1 of 3 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing switch.

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1985-05-15Visibility85V047000 A loss of bonding adhesion between the paint and the windshield opening area could allow the windshield to separate during a 30 mile per hour frontal barrier test required by FMVSS 212…

    Remedy: Remove and reinstall windshield if a lack of paint bonding is evident.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1986-03-07Vehicle speed control86V030000 The throttle return spring assembly may fail preventing the throttle from returning to the closed (Idle) position when the accelerator pedal is released.

    Remedy: Replace throttle return spring.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1986-08-25Engineering analysisClosed 1988-03-02 Windshield wipers
  4. R
    1986-09-15Latches/locks/linkages86V121000 The secondary hood latch may be incorrectly aligned, or may exhibit a binding condition of the latch pivot.

    Remedy: The secondary hood latch will be replaced and inspect the primary hood latch pop-up lever.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. R
    1987-08-27Structure87V124000 Small cracks may develop in the body pillar around the door striker bolt hole.

    Remedy: Install inner and outer reinforcement plate on both left and right body pillars.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  6. I
    1988-02-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-05-11 Headlamp switch failure
  7. I
    1991-11-07Engineering analysisClosed 1992-10-26 Seat belt separation
  8. R
    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…

    Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1985 Oldsmobile Calais — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 85V047000 · Visibility
  • Recall 86V030000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 86V121000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 87V124000 · Structure
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1985 Oldsmobile Calais reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Oldsmobile Calais?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1985 Oldsmobile Calais have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.