1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 3 |
| 1981 | 3 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 74 |
| 1989 | 113 |
| 1990 | 103 |
| 1991 | 193 |
| 1992 | 136 |
| 1993 | 139 |
| 1994 | 148 |
| 1995 | 156 |
| 1996 | 123 |
| 1997 | 96 |
| 1998 | 155 |
| 1999 | 80 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
15% of complaints: air bags — 24 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
1995 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS. WHILE DRIVING EASTBOUND ON THE OHIO TURNPIKE WHEN THE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND HIT THE DRIVER ON THE RIGHT ARM. *MC THE INVESTIGATING OFFICER COULD NO EVIDENCE OF DAMAGE TO EXPLAIN WHY THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20070621
DT: THE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WHILE SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY. GRAND DAUGHTER HAD TURNED THE KEY IN THE IGNITION, BUT DID NOT START VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENED ON JUNE 27,2005.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050720
CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS HIT AT 35MPH ON FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020919
10% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 15 distinct reports on file.
CRASH8% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
BRAKES FAILED WHEN APPLIED. PLEASE EXPLAIN FURTHER. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950223
5% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 97V017000 — check if this car was fixed
THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT SYSTEM.
Campaign 97V065000 — check if this car was fixed
THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE EXHIBITS STRESS CRACKS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CENTER REAR SEAT BELT SYSTEM.
Campaign 98V306000 — check if this car was fixed
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 UNI
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.
Campaign 07E021000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 97V017000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 97V065000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 98V306000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E021000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
The most-reported component is air bags:frontal, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass have?
4 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.