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1995 Ford Contour vs 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric1995 Ford Contour1995 Oldsmobile Achieva
NHTSA complaints89170
Recall campaigns11
Service bulletins (TSBs)22358
Investigations71
Crash reports398
Fire reports655
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)21–2520–23
Median reported incident mileage100,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord ContourOldsmobile Achieva
Engine and Engine Cooling2248
Electrical System18020
Power Train1266
Fuel System, Gasoline833
Suspension833
Service Brakes, Hydraulic729
Steering762
Air Bags448

Symptoms owners describe

Overheating680
Electrical failures620
Stalling587
Steering problems180
Loss of power160
Brake problems150
Vibration / shaking150
Check engine light140
1995 Oldsmobile Achieva

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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.