1994 Oldsmobile Ciera
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 31 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1994 | 46 |
| 1995 | 34 |
| 1996 | 83 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
11% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY9% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ABS SYSTEM FAILURE, EXCESSIVE STOPPING DISTANCE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19951019
7% of complaints: tires — 3 distinct reports on file.
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I HAVE FIRESTONE SUPREME RADIAL TIRES ON MY 94 CUTLESS SIERRA. ABOUT A MONTH AGO ONE WENT FLAT. I NOTICED TREAD SEPARTION AT THE SITE OF THE FLAT BUT DISCOUNTED IT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030130
7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
IN THE EVENT OF A PRIMARY ACCELERATOR CONTROL SPRING FAILURE, THE SECONDARY (BACK-UP) ACCELERATOR CONTROL RETURN SPRING WILL NOT RETURN THE THROTTLE TO THE FULLY CLOSED POSITION, AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SECONDARY THROTTLE RETURN SPRING.
Campaign 94V008000 — check if this car was fixed
WATER INTRUSION CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE POWER DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER DOOR LOCK RELAY AND ANY CORRODED TERMINALS. IN ADDITION, THE NEW RELAY WILL BE RELOCATED TO AN AREA WHERE WATER INTRUSION IS LESS LIKELY.
Campaign 94V159000 — check if this car was fixed
THE RIGHT HAND SPINDLE NUT WAS NOT PROPERLY TIGHTENED DURING ASSEMBLY. THIS CAN CAUSE PREMATURE WHEEL BEARING FAILURE AND OVER TIME, THE SPINDLE CAN FRACTURE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TORQUE ON THE RIGHT HAND FRONT SPINDLE NUT. IF THE SPINDLE NUT IS UNDERTORQUED THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE RIGHT HAND FRONT WHEEL BEARING ASSEMBLY AND THE SPINDLE NUT WILL BE
Campaign 94V189000 — check if this car was fixed
THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH REAR OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT ANCHORAGES THAT MAY NOT WITHSTAND THE REQUIRED LOAD. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO.210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING ANCHOR BOLTS WITH A NEW SHOULDER BOLT AND THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE. ADDITIONALLY, NOISE CONTROL PATCHES WILL BE APPLIED AT EACH ANCHORAGE.
Campaign 95V173000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 Oldsmobile Ciera — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 94V008000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V159000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V189000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 95V173000 (seat belts) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1994 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 1994 Oldsmobile Ciera?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Oldsmobile Ciera have?
4 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.