1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.
1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme.
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.
1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 252 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 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 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme — ranges cover the 3 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
INAPPROPRIATE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT Closed
THE FAILURE RATE (1.25/100K) ON THIS ISSUE IS LOW. A SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT TREND HAS NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED AT THIS TIME AND FURTHER USE OF THE AGENCY RESOURCES DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE WARRANTED. THE CLOSING OF THIS INVESTIGATION DOES NOT CONSTITURE A FINDING BY NHTSA THAT NO SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT EXISTS. ODI WILL CONTINUE TO CLOSELY MONITOR THIS ISSUE. THE AGENCY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO TAKE FURTHER ACTION IF WARRANTED BY…
NHTSA #EA96023 · Air Bags · opened Sep 1996 · closed Feb 1998An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 43
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 43.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the…
Bulletin PIC4696E · Equipment · Nov 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the…
Bulletin PIC4696D · Equipment · Sep 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve th…
Bulletin PIC4696C · Equipment, Equipment Adaptive/mobility · May 2018Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Bulletin 130089009 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Sep 2013REVISED PISTON PIN REMOVAL / INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. *TT
Bulletin 010601002A · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 2002OWNERS OF SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRA-MATIC 3T40, 4T60, 4T60-E OR 4T65-E TRANSAXLES MAY COMMENT ON A GRINDING AND / OR GROWLING NOISE THAT IS NOTICEABLE WHEN STANDING IN PARK ON A HILL OR SLOPE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND THE PARKING BRAKE NOT APPLIED. *…
Bulletin 990730030A · Power Train · Apr 2001SOME OWNERS MAY COMMENT ON DRIVEABILITY SYMPTONS OF LONG OR HARD STARTS, CHUGGLE, ROUGH IDLE AND LIGHT OR INTERMITTENT MISFIRE DUE TO CLOGGED FUEL INJECTORS. *TT
Bulletin 990604005A · Engine And Engine Cooling · Apr 2001INFORMATION REGARDING SWITCHES TO TURN OFF AND ON FRONTAL AIR BAGS FOR PASSENGER CARS AND TRUCKS. *TT
Bulletin 990941004 · Air Bags · Jan 2000GENERAL MOTORS BEGAN PROVIDING CHILD RESTRAIN SEAT TOP TETHER HARDWARE PACKAGES TO CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED STATES WHO REQUESTED THEM. *TT
Bulletin 990940004 · Seats · Jan 2000THIS BULLETIN INFORMS DEALERSHIPS ABOUT THE TRAP RESISTANT REAR COMPARTMENT (TRUNK) KIT. *TT
Bulletin 990866002A · Latches/locks/linkages · Jan 2000Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CUTLASS SUPREME. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 3
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Visual System
Certain vehicles may have a strained or separated washer/wiper power feed wire. This may cause the windshield washer/wiper to work intermittently and could ultimately result in inoperative wipers. This would result in reduced driver visibility during inclement weather conditions and a crash could occur. Correction: Windshield washer/wiper switch will be replaced with a redesign…
Transport Canada #1997039 · Feb 1997Brakes
On certain vehicles, the rear wheel brake hose(s) may be contacting rear suspension components. This could cause the brake hose(s) to wear through, resulting in loss of brake fluid and eventual loss of the braking system. This could result in increased stopping distances and a possible crash without prior warning. Correction: Vehicles will be inspected and brake hoses found in…
Transport Canada #1995051 · Mar 1995Brakes
Certain vehicles may have been produced with a brake pipe contacting the transmission mounting bracket or frame side rail. This condition can cause the brake line to wear through resulting in loss of brake fluid and eventual partial brake system failure. This would increase braking distances and could result in a crash without prior warning. Correction: Vehicles will be inspect…
Transport Canada #1994166 · Oct 1994Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
The Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme is a mid-size car produced by Oldsmobile between 1966 and 1997. It was positioned as a premium offering at the top of the Cutlass range. It began as a trim package, developed its own roofline, and rose during the mid-1970s to become not only the most popular Oldsmobile but the highest selling model in its class.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.