Most common 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass problems
Share of the 156 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Oldsmobile Cutlass complaints by model year
Best Cutlass years: 1999, 1997. Years to avoid: 1998, 1995. Compare all years →
1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass recalls (3)
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
The center rear seat belt anchor plate exhibits stress cracks.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.
Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
The center rear seat belt anchor plate exhibits stress cracks.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Switch/wiring
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.
What 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass owners say
Brakes all 37 →
My main complaint relates to the disc brakes, rotors, and caliper assemblies on my vehicle. I have owned my vehicle since 1996 and on several occasions have had to replace the brake pads, rotors and more recently the calipers due to them freezing up. Since I have purchased the car I have had at least two instances probably three where I changed my brake pads prematurely because of uneven wear. The caliper was not properly releasing and it was causing one pad usually the inside pad (the one without) the metal strip to wear down. In the first two cases I had to replace the brake pads, and the font rotors. More recently it happened again in the front so I had to replace the front rotors and brake pads prematurely (only a year or less since my last brake pad change). …
I have had several electrical problems with this vehicle. The ABS sensor has been replaced, fuses are continuosly blowing, several electrical wires have been replaced in the shift column, the turn signal switch had to be replaced because it was corroded, the battery has been replaced 4 times. Also the low coolant light flashes intermitently even though the radiator and tank are full. He ABS light has been on for at least a year and the mechanic is unable to find the cause. Brakes are in working order and all sensors are good. Now I am having difficulty starting on hot days, the starter clicks but the engine will not start, after several tries it will then start( about 5 tries), and today I seem to be having problems with the transmission. While entering an intersection from a stop sign I lost power. The engine was running at a top of 2rpm's and could not get over 10 miles per hour. …
Air bags all 32 →
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme. The contact stated that while sitting at a traffic stop, another vehicle crashed into the contact. The air bags did not deploy and the vehicle was destroyed. The contact suffered injuries to the head and was currently hospitalized. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the non-deployment of the air bags and the manufacturer stated that there was nothing they could do to assist. The failure mileage was 168,000. The VIN was not available. Updated 2/9/12
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. Contacted the Chevrolet dealer, and found out there was an open recall and to notify Oldsmobile. Contacted Oldsmobile, and they said to notifiy GM, did that, and they sent out a investigator last Thursday. Then, received a letter from GM to give the same information that consumer already gave 5 or 6 times.
Transmission & drivetrain
I have had several electrical problems with this vehicle. The ABS sensor has been replaced, fuses are continuosly blowing, several electrical wires have been replaced in the shift column, the turn signal switch had to be replaced because it was corroded, the battery has been replaced 4 times. Also the low coolant light flashes intermitently even though the radiator and tank are full. He ABS light has been on for at least a year and the mechanic is unable to find the cause. Brakes are in working order and all sensors are good. Now I am having difficulty starting on hot days, the starter clicks but the engine will not start, after several tries it will then start( about 5 tries), and today I seem to be having problems with the transmission. While entering an intersection from a stop sign I lost power. The engine was running at a top of 2rpm's and could not get over 10 miles per hour. …
I have purchsed a 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass when I first purchased it I thought I was getting a deal, the car was very well maintained and I gave a fairly good price for it. After a couple of months of driving this vechicle I have maintained it new tires, oil changes, keeping it in the very best condition inside and out,new rotors, brakes, windshield wipers,etc. It all starting when I would slow down or go the speed of 15 MPH a vibrating started like it was the tires,so I replaced the tires and rotors and it still done it then now it is slipping at take out speed to 15 MPH it makes a grinding noise and almost quits pulling until it kicks into like 3rd gear then after that it shifts out perfect but while driving there is a very loud roaring sound like coming from the back.
1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 26 / 20 |
| 3.4L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 15 / 24 / 18 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass a good car?
Based on 156 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Cutlass rates use caution: 1.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the Cutlass at the same age. It is one of the Cutlass years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
The brakes — 37 complaints, 24% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the air bags (32) and transmission & drivetrain (18).
How many recalls does the 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass have?
There are 3 recalls for the 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass, the most recent from December 1, 1998 (anchorage). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Oldsmobile Cutlass?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1999 and 1997. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1998 and 1995. See the full Oldsmobile Cutlass years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 102,000 miles; 8% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.