MYRModel Year Report

1986 Oldsmobile Calais

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1986 Oldsmobile Calais
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:49:16.087Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Oldsmobile Calais Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 7 complaints 1986 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 18 complaints 1988 1989: 18 complaints 1989 1990: 12 complaints 1990
1986: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
19840
19853
19867
19875
198818
198918
199012

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 7 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING CAR STALLED OUT AND UPON STARTING IGNITION AGAIN ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960102

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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WHILE DRIVING CAR STALLED OUT AND UPON STARTING IGNITION AGAIN ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960102

WHEELS

1 of 7 total reports mentions: wheels.

TIRES

1 of 7 total reports mentions: tires.

STRUCTURE

1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19860915 — latches/locks/linkages

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.

Campaign 86V121000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19870827 — structure

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.

Campaign 87V124000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19910715 — PE (closed 19911107)

SAFETY BELT CUT AT D-RING

I 19911107 — EA (closed 19921026)

SEAT BELT SEPARATION

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Oldsmobile Calais — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 86V121000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 87V124000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 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 1986 Oldsmobile Calais?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Oldsmobile Calais have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.