Model year guide

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints240

Combined19–22 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 240 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Hydraulic

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Seat Belts

Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★

Frontal — driver★★★★★

Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera MPG & running costs

Combined19–22 mpg

City18 mpg

Highway26 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,317

EPA size classMidsize Cars

TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd or Automatic 4-spd

Passenger volume97 cu ft

Cargo volume16 cu ft

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,583 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,585

Fuel only$16,585

Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length

190.2 in

Width

69.7 in

Height

54.3 in

Wheelbase

104.7 in

Curb weight

2,765 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 9

STRUCTURE Closed

NHTSA #RP01001 · Structure · opened Nov 2001 · closed Jun 2002

ENGINE CRADLE SEPARATION Closed

NHTSA #EA00011 · Engine And Engine Cooling · opened Apr 2000 · closed Jan 2001

CRADLE BOLT FAILURES Closed

NHTSA #RQ97017 · Structure · opened Oct 1997 · closed Jun 1997

CORRODED REAR DISK BRAKES Closed

NHTSA #PE94063 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Aug 1994 · closed Dec 1994

SUB-FRAME ABSORBER FAILURE Closed

NHTSA #PE94048 · Engine And Engine Cooling · opened Jun 1994 · closed Dec 1994

BRAKE CALIPER CORROSION Closed

NHTSA #DP94004 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · opened Jun 1994 · closed Aug 1994

STICKING THROTTLE Closed

NHTSA #EA92024 · Vehicle Speed Control · opened Jun 1992 · closed Jan 1994

JACK FAILURE Closed

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NHTSA #EA91049 · Equipment · opened Nov 1991 · closed Oct 1992

STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION Closed

NHTSA #PE91072 · Steering · opened May 1991 · closed Jul 1991

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 21

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 21.

Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules

Bulletin 130089009 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Sep 2013

VEHICLES MAY SET ANYONE OR A COMBINATION OF FRONT-WHEEL SPEED SENSOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM CODES AS INTERMITTENT OR HARD FAILURES. GM VOICEMAIL EXPRESS. *TT

Bulletin 04152004 · Service Brakes, Air · Apr 2004

ABS FRONT WHEEL SPEED CODES - JUMPER HARNESS. *TT

Bulletin 00966B · Service Brakes, Air · Jan 2004

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) FRONT WHEEL SPEED CODES - JUMPER HARNESS. *TT

Bulletin 00966 · Service Brakes, Air · Jan 2004

INFORMATION REGARDING SNOW INTRUSION INTO REAR DRUM BRAKE ASSEMBLIES. **MR

Bulletin 000524001 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Apr 2000

INFORMATION REGARDING SWITCHES TO TURN OFF AND ON FRONTAL AIR BAGS FOR PASSENGER CARS AND TRUCKS. *TT

Bulletin 990941004 · Air Bags · Jan 2000

GENERAL MOTORS BEGAN PROVIDING CHILD RESTRAIN SEAT TOP TETHER HARDWARE PACKAGES TO CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED STATES WHO REQUESTED THEM. *TT

Bulletin 990940004 · Seats · Jan 2000

THIS BULLETIN INFORMS DEALERSHIPS ABOUT THE TRAP RESISTANT REAR COMPARTMENT (TRUNK) KIT. *TT

Bulletin 990866002A · Latches/locks/linkages · Jan 2000

CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF GRINDING / SCRAPING / GROANING NOISE FROM REAR SUSPENSION. *TT

Bulletin 990309004 · Suspension · Oct 1999

SOME V6 ENGINES MAY, ON A VERY INFREQUENT BASIS, HAVE AN OIL ODOR CONDITION THAT IS GENERALLY ENCOUNTERED AFTER THE ENGINE'S OIL HAS BEEN CHANGED.TYPICALLY THE ODOR LASTS APPROXIMATELY 1000 MILES AFTER THE CHANGE OF OIL AND THEN DOES NOT REAPPEAR UNTIL THE NEX…

Bulletin 876002A · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 1998

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CUTLASS CIERA. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera

The Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera is a mid-size car that was sold by Oldsmobile from the 1982 to 1996 model years. The replacement for the rear-wheel drive Oldsmobile Cutlass, the Cutlass Ciera marked the downsizing and transition of the mid-size Oldsmobile line to front-wheel drive, slotting it between the Omega and the Cutlass Supreme.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera trims & engines on record

Trims

Base

Engines

3.3L 6-cyl

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera vehicles on record

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera Base1G3AL54N4M6345520

Other Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera model years

1994 1992

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera — frequently asked questions

Does the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera?

Across all 240 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are hydraulic, service brakes, engine and engine cooling.

What is the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera crash-test ratings of frontal 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera get?

The 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.