MYRModel Year Report

1987 Oldsmobile Ciera

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1987 Oldsmobile Ciera
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:47:46.359Z

Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
17

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1987

Investigations
5

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 8 complaints 1986: 14 complaints 1987: 17 complaints 1987 17 1988: 25 complaints 1989: 32 complaints 1990: 20 complaints 1990 1994: 46 complaints 1995: 34 complaints 1995 1996: 83 complaints
1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 8 complaints 1985 1986: 14 complaints 1986 1987: 17 complaints 1987 17 1988: 25 complaints 1988 1989: 32 complaints 1989 1990: 20 complaints 1990 1994: 46 complaints 1994 1995: 34 complaints 1995 1996: 83 complaints 1996
1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 8 complaints 1985 1986: 14 complaints 1986 1987: 17 complaints 1987 17 1988: 25 complaints 1988 1989: 32 complaints 1989 1990: 20 complaints 1990 1994: 46 complaints 1994 1995: 34 complaints 1995 1996: 83 complaints 1996

1987: 17 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19843
19858
198614
198717
198825
198932
199020
199446
199534
199683

Known problem areas

Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

6 of 17 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

Steering

4 of 17 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and pinion and pump.

Vehicle speed control

3 of 17 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Put vehicle in reverse and vehicle suddenly accelerated and hit a brick wall. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-05

Vehicle suddenly accelerated out of control, brake did not respond, turned off car and restarted again resulted in accident. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-13

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic

Service brakes

3 of 17 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Seat belts

3 of 17 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing webbing and buckle assembly.

INJURY

Safety timeline

1 recall · 5 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1987-03-26Visibility87V034000 Poor bond adhesion between the windshield glass and mounting could allow the windshield to separate during a 30 MPH frontal barrier test required by FMVSS 212.

    Remedy: Reinstall windshields to assure proper bond adhesion.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1987-08-27Engineering analysisClosed 1991-11-27 Stalling
  3. I
    1989-01-17Engineering analysisClosed 1990-05-08 Brake ineffectiveness
  4. I
    1989-03-20Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-06-12 Power steering hose fails
  5. I
    1989-06-12Engineering analysisClosed 1990-10-09 Loss of power steering
  6. I
    1994-06-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-12-30 Sub-frame absorber failure

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Oldsmobile Ciera — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 87V034000 · Visibility
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 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 1987 Oldsmobile Ciera?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Oldsmobile Ciera have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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