1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 23 | 74 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 0 | 1 |
| Investigations | 3 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Oldsmobile Cutlass | Oldsmobile Cutlass |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 34 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 8 |
| Structure | 2 | 9 |
| Suspension | 1 | 8 |
| Steering | 3 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 6 |
| Power Train | 3 | 3 |
| Parking Brake | 0 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 17 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass
1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.