MYRModel Year Report

1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass

● Typical for this model
1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:52.108Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
139
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1993

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

41% of complaints

Complaints per year

1980: 3 complaints 1980 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 1993: 139 complaints 1993 139 1994: 148 complaints 1995: 156 complaints 1996: 123 complaints 1997: 96 complaints 1998: 155 complaints 1998 1999: 80 complaints
1980: 3 complaints 1980 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 1993: 139 complaints 1993 139 1994: 148 complaints 1995: 156 complaints 1996: 123 complaints 1996 1997: 96 complaints 1998: 155 complaints 1998 1999: 80 complaints
1980: 3 complaints 1980 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 139 1994: 148 complaints 1994 1995: 156 complaints 1995 1996: 123 complaints 1996 1997: 96 complaints 1997 1998: 155 complaints 1998 1999: 80 complaints 1999

1993: 139 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

41% · 57 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASHINJURY

Electrical system

18% · 25 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and alternator/generator/regulator.

FIRE

Power train

11% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Started vehicle shifted into third gear however it did not engage vehicle in reverse. Causing loss of control. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-05

Equipment

7% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing air conditioner and labels.

Show complaint excerpts

1993 Cutlass Ciera. Consumer writes in regards to air conditioner conversion kit upgrade and power steering issues. *ld the consumer stated the manufacturer was notified, but declined assistance due to the vehicle's age and mileage.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-17

Also filed under Steering

Tl* the contact owns a 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. The consumer stated the driver's side sun visor has a decal on the underside stating that the vehicle is equipped with a driver's side air bag. A fuse is in the box, where it indicated an air bag fuse.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-20

Structure

7% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing door and frame and members.

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1993-03-03Seats93V035000 The driver and passenger front seat manual reclining mechanisms do not comply with the requirements of FMVSS 207, "Seating systems." The seat back mechanisms will not latch under certain conditions.

    Remedy: Replace the manual seat recliner mechanism with a mechanism that complies with FMVSS 207.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    1993-08-10Service brakes, hydraulic93V121000 The brake hoses were manufactured incorrectly, and do not comply with FMVSS 106, "Brake hoses."

    Remedy: Replace the right front brake hose assembly on ciera and century models, and both rear brake hoses on cavalier and sunbird models.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1994-08-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-12-21 Corroded rear disk brakes
  4. R
    1994-11-25Service brakes, hydraulic94V211000 The brake lines can contact the transmission mounting bracket of the frame side rail. The lines can wear through resulting in loss of brake fluid, and eventual loss of half the vehicle braking system.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect for proper brake line clearance and reposition the brake lines. Brake lines found to have indentations will be replaced.

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    1995-10-19Seat belts95V173000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2007-04-27Fuel system, other07E021000 Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. Fp10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, and FP10027-11B1, sold after January 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. The…

    Remedy: Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2007. Owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 57 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 25 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 15 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V035000 · Seats
  • Recall 93V121000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 94V211000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 95V173000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 07E021000 · Fuel system, other
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FAQ

Is the 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 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.