1986 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 0 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.
1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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BRAKE FAILURE, VACUUM BOOSTER SYSTEM. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950410
1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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ELECTRIC POWER BRAKE FUSE BLEW/BRAKE POWER BOOSTER FAILED. *SKD
NHTSA ODI report, 19950323
1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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1986 OLDSMOBILE POWER MASTER RAN CONTINUOUSLY AND LEAKED BRAKE FLUID.*MR A PRIVATE MECHANIC FOUND A RECALL FOR THE PROBLEM AND REPAIRED IT AT NO COST TO THE CONSUMER (1996). NOW THE VEHICLE IS EXHIBITING SYMPTOMS OF THE LAST PROBLEM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050718
1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
SAFETY TIMELINE
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Remedy: INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Campaign 89V102000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1986 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 89V102000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1986 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 Custom Cruiser?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.