MYRModel Year Report

1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

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1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:57:29.713Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1987: 3 complaints 1987 3 1988: 22 complaints 1988 1989: 23 complaints 1989 1990: 42 complaints 1990 1994: 51 complaints 1994 1995: 77 complaints 1995 1996: 47 complaints 1996 1997: 43 complaints 1997
1987: 3 complaints 1987 3 1988: 22 complaints 1988 1989: 23 complaints 1989 1990: 42 complaints 1990 1994: 51 complaints 1994 1995: 77 complaints 1995 1996: 47 complaints 1996 1997: 43 complaints 1997
1987: 3 complaints 1987 3 1988: 22 complaints 1988 1989: 23 complaints 1989 1990: 42 complaints 1990 1994: 51 complaints 1994 1995: 77 complaints 1995 1996: 47 complaints 1996 1997: 43 complaints 1997

1987: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19873
198822
198923
199042
199451
199577
199647
199743

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

Front seat belts do not lock into the buckles. Dealer has not seen.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-01-08

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

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The vehicle has a gas smell which clearly indicates a fuel leak. Dealer cannot determine where the leak is located which may result in a fire. Please provide further information and VIN#.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-10-20

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system.

FIREDEATH
Show complaint excerpts

While in park position and vehicle idling, heater on circulation for 20 minutes, the engine caught on fire. A week later occupant died of carbon monoxide poison.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-10-03

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1991-05-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-07-08 Steering wheel separation
  2. I
    1992-06-26Engineering analysisClosed 1994-01-31 Sticking throttle

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 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 Cutlass Supreme?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

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