MYRModel Year Report

1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass

● Typical for this model
1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:35.065Z

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
148
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Service brakes

28% 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 1994: 148 complaints 1994 148 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 1992 1993: 139 complaints 1994: 148 complaints 1994 148 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 1994: 148 complaints 1994 148 1995: 156 complaints 1995 1996: 123 complaints 1996 1997: 96 complaints 1997 1998: 155 complaints 1998 1999: 80 complaints 1999

1994: 148 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

28% · 41 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASHINJURY

Electrical system

15% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing horn and alternator/generator/regulator.

CRASHFIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. The contact stated that the horn would inadvertently engage. The contact was unable to disengage the horn and, as a result, the fuse went out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-14

Turn signal switch/multi function switch that also controls the cruise control, wipers, and windshield washer. 1. I can't put the turn signal lever in the locked position when signaling a right or left turn, the signals won't work.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-12

Also filed under Exterior lighting and visibility/wiper

Vehicle speed control

11% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing cables and linkages.

CRASHINJURY

Engine and engine cooling

11% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

Visibility

11% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing switch/wiring and windshield.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

While driving, suddenly windshield wipers stopped working, during a snow storm, result ran up on curb, hit hwy sign. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-17

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1993-10-21Vehicle speed control93V162000 The cruise control cable may separate from the conduit end fitting while engaged and accelerator control could be lost.

    Remedy: Replace the cruise control cable.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    1995-03-23Service brakes, hydraulic95V061000 The rear wheel brake hose(S) can contact the rear suspension components causing the brake hose(S) to wear through.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect for proper brake hose position and replace those hoses in an incorrect position with new hoses and correctly routed.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    1997-03-06Visibility97V017000 Some of these vehicles have a strained or separated washer/wiper switch power feed wire.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the old designed washer/wiper switches with a newly designed switch.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. R
    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

1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 41 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 22 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 17 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V162000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 94V211000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 95V061000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 97V017000 · Visibility
  • Recall 07E021000 · Fuel system, other
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 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.