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1996 Dodge Stratus vs 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

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.

Metric1996 Dodge Stratus1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
NHTSA complaints55447
Recall campaigns12
Service bulletins (TSBs)8026
Investigations33
Crash reports362
Fire reports361
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)20–2618–21
Median reported incident mileage96,908 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge StratusOldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Engine and Engine Cooling3358
Service Brakes, Hydraulic629
Power Train602
Steering425
Electrical System368
Suspension321
Air Bags1810
Structure132

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling196
Brake problems120
Vibration / shaking80
Clunking / rattling70
Overheating70
Check engine light60
Rust / corrosion60
Loss of power50
1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

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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.