MYRModel Year Report

1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

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1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:47:17.510Z

Only 23 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 23 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 Cutlass Supreme Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1987: 3 complaints 1988: 22 complaints 1988 1989: 23 complaints 1989 1990: 38 complaints 1990 1994: 43 complaints 1995: 77 complaints 1995 1996: 47 complaints 1997: 43 complaints 1997
1989: 23 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19873
198822
198923
199038
199443
199577
199647
199743

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 23 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

5 of 23 total reports mention: structure.

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THIS WAS PERFORMED REGARDING THE CRADLE BOLTS ON 10/24/02. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE MECHANIC FOR AN ALIGNMENT. MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE'S FRAME WAS ROTTED AND CORRODED. *JB...*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20030331

STRUCTURE

3 of 23 total reports mention: structure.

STEERING

3 of 23 total reports mention: steering.

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SUB FRAME BOLTS RUSTED AWAY AND PULLED THE WASHERS AND RUBBER BUSHINGS THEN THE STEERING SHAFT PULLED OUT OF THE STEERING BOX CAUSING NO STEERING. I PHONED GM IN ONTARIO JUST TO ADVISE THEM OF THE PROBLEM AND SEE IF THERE WAS ANY RECALLS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040422

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 23 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

VISIBILITY

1 of 23 total reports mentions: visibility.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19910501 — PE (closed 19910708)

STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION

I 19911205 — EA (closed 19920817)

W-CAR HINGE PIN FAILURE

I 19920626 — EA (closed 19940131)

STICKING THROTTLE

R 20000928 — structure

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA,

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT AND REAR FRAME/CRADLE BOLTS AND RETAINERS.

Campaign 00V189000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20011128 — RP (closed 20020613)

STRUCTURE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 00V189000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 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 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme?

The most-reported component is structure:frame and members, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme have?

2 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.