1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs 1999 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 | 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 96 | 80 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 106 | 94 |
| Investigations | 6 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,462 mi | 64,190 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Oldsmobile Cutlass | Oldsmobile Cutlass |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 24 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 18 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 15 | 13 |
| Steering | 20 | 3 |
| Suspension | 8 | 11 |
| Tires | 2 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 5 |
| Power Train | 7 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 11 |
1997 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.