MYRModel Year Report

1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass

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1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:57:09.681Z

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
5

Campaigns on file for 1980

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1980: 3 complaints 1980 3 1981: 3 complaints 1982: 1 complaint 1983: 5 complaints 1983 1984: 16 complaints 1985: 18 complaints 1986: 23 complaints 1986 1987: 16 complaints 1988: 74 complaints 1989: 113 complaints 1989 1990: 103 complaints 1991: 193 complaints 1992: 136 complaints 1992 1993: 139 complaints 1994: 148 complaints 1995: 156 complaints 1995 1996: 123 complaints 1997: 96 complaints 1998: 155 complaints 1998 1999: 80 complaints
1980: 3 complaints 1980 3 1981: 3 complaints 1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 5 complaints 1984: 16 complaints 1984 1985: 18 complaints 1986: 23 complaints 1986 1987: 16 complaints 1988: 74 complaints 1988 1989: 113 complaints 1990: 103 complaints 1990 1991: 193 complaints 1992: 136 complaints 1992 1993: 139 complaints 1994: 148 complaints 1994 1995: 156 complaints 1996: 123 complaints 1996 1997: 96 complaints 1998: 155 complaints 1998 1999: 80 complaints
1980: 3 complaints 1980 3 1981: 3 complaints 1981 1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 5 complaints 1983 1984: 16 complaints 1984 1985: 18 complaints 1985 1986: 23 complaints 1986 1987: 16 complaints 1987 1988: 74 complaints 1988 1989: 113 complaints 1989 1990: 103 complaints 1990 1991: 193 complaints 1991 1992: 136 complaints 1992 1993: 139 complaints 1993 1994: 148 complaints 1994 1995: 156 complaints 1995 1996: 123 complaints 1996 1997: 96 complaints 1997 1998: 155 complaints 1998 1999: 80 complaints 1999

1980: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19803
19813
19821
19835
198416
198518
198623
198716
198874
1989113
1990103
1991193
1992136
1993139
1994148
1995156
1996123
199796
1998155
199980

Known problem areas

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

Tires

1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

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About a 1.5 to 2 years ago I purchase a firestone 721 passenger car tire. I almost immediately began having problems with my car riding ruff.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-09-22

Service brakes

1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Fuel system, gasoline

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

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This is to bob young: after reading the wall st journal article I wanted you to know that I learned first hand another cause of runaway vehicles: electronic carburetor didnt like fuel richness so accelerated everytime I tried to stop at a sign.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-12-12

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1981-03-09Suspension81V025000 The bolts that attach the lower rear control arm to the frame may fracture. The rear control arm supports and positions the rear axle. Fracture of the bolts would allow the control arm to drop free.

    Remedy: Both rear control arm attachment bolts will be replaced without charge.

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  2. R
    1981-03-13Visibility81V022000 The electro-clear rear window defoggers contain a defect which causes the glass to shatter without impact during or some time after use of the defogger. Vertical electrical strips may deteriorate…

    Remedy: Vehicles will be inspected for presence of a particular weatherstrip. If present, a layer of a special conductive epoxy will be added to the vertical bar on the rear window glass. This epoxy is a…

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    1984-12-28Power train84V149000 Rear axle assembly may have axles that were improperly manufactured. This condition may result in separation of the axle shaft and wheel assembly from the vehicle.

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect the rear axle to determine whether it was manufactured at the buffalo plant. If so, they will make axle measurements and if necessary replace or modify affected axle…

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    1985-11-27Engineering analysisClosed 1988-11-28 Brake backing plate
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    2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.…

    Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

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    Date not on fileService brakes, hydraulic85V048000 Excessive enlargement of the wheel cylinder pilot hole in the rear brake backing plate could allow the wheel cylinder to rotate and cause loss of brake fluid.

    Remedy: Add a part to prevent wheel cylinder from rotating.

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Buy-smart checklist

1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 85V048000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 81V025000 · Suspension
  • Recall 81V022000 · Visibility
  • Recall 84V149000 · Power train
  • Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
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FAQ

Is the 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

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