MYRModel Year Report

1986 Oldsmobile Ciera

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1986 Oldsmobile Ciera
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:49:30.832Z

Only 14 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 14 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 Ciera Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 8 complaints 1986: 14 complaints 1986 1987: 17 complaints 1988: 25 complaints 1988 1989: 31 complaints 1990: 20 complaints 1990 1994: 46 complaints 1995: 34 complaints 1995 1996: 83 complaints 1996
1986: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19843
19858
198614
198717
198825
198931
199020
199446
199534
199683

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

3 of 14 total reports mention: steering.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

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REAR BRAKES DO NOT ENGAGE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950109

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system.

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CAR STALLING INTERMITTENTLY. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950105

VISIBILITY

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.

VISIBILITY

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 19861216 — EA (closed 19880919)

POWER ST. ASSIST

I 19870827 — EA (closed 19911127)

STALLING

I 19910830 — PE (closed 19911104)

FRONT BRAKE DISC/HUB SEP

I 19940621 — PE (closed 19941230)

SUB-FRAME ABSORBER FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Oldsmobile Ciera — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Oldsmobile Ciera 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 Ciera?

The most-reported component is steering:hydraulic power assist system, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Oldsmobile Ciera 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.