Most common 1995 Oldsmobile Ciera problems
Share of the 34 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Oldsmobile Ciera complaints by model year
1995 Oldsmobile Ciera recalls (1)
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
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.
What 1995 Oldsmobile Ciera owners say
Brakes
4 fuel pumps, 2 transmissions have been replaced,has a 3.8 engine in it, it is suppose to have a 3.1 engine in it,relay switch replaced at which time found that electrical system had been running higher than it should have the whole time we owned the car, 1 antilock brake system motor in result of electrical, 1 vacuum manifold, to top it of we found out the car was built on a Friday! What luck ? The car was taken to the dealer for the first two fuel pumps that failed/we think because of the electrical system not put in right. My mechanic has stated that the car has a pickup engine in it instead of what it should. My husband & I are very disappointed in this car & the manufacture that built this car so poorly!!
When applying the ABS brakes in a sudden stop in wet weather, the ABS light came on and brakes locked up, causing an accident.
Engine & cooling
When driving fumes from other vehicles are entering the inside of vehicle, causing the passenger in this vehicle to have breathing problems. Has to take medications to minimize erratic breathing caused by fumes. Consumer bought the vehicle used in aug. 96, and has been experiencing this problem since day of purchase.
While driving the exhaust pipe on the front part of the muffler broke, causing the muffler to become loose. The dealer will be notified.
Seat belts
Seat belt recall work failed, during collision seat belts did not lock resulting in injuries to head and neck of occupants, air bags failed to deflate.
Shoulder belt did not lockup after a rearend, allowing the driver and passenger to be thrown forward. Tt
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Oldsmobile Ciera a good car?
There isn't enough complaint history for the Ciera to compare model years reliably. So far owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Oldsmobile Ciera?
The brakes — 10 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the engine & cooling (8) and seat belts (4).
How many recalls does the 1995 Oldsmobile Ciera have?
There is 1 recall for the 1995 Oldsmobile Ciera, the most recent from September 15, 1995 (anchorage). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.