1995 Oldsmobile Achieva Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 20about this part
- Share
- 29%of 70 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 107,750miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the electrical system of the 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva, 29% of the 70 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 107,750 miles. 3 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased this vehicle from a private party approximately 4-5 years ago, unbeknownst of the 2000 recall for ignition issues with the ignition switch. Since I have owned this vehicle I have replaced the ignition switch 3 occasions most currently today 3/24/2015. I presume there is a statute of limitations on this issue. I am curious do I still have any re-course in getting this issue resolved or must I out of pocket resolve this issue as I cannot continue to replace these ignition switches.”
NHTSA complaint #10701523, filed 2015-03, 150,000 miles“Stupid passlock issue . Everybody knows about it but no fix from GM. Worthless car that will not start one time out of every 10. You never know when it will happen. Car must be sold or gotten rid of to fix cause there is no fix. Engineers should be sent to iraq.”
NHTSA complaint #10328645, filed 2010-05, 121,500 miles“Please note my auto was on a recall for the replacment of a switch, since this was installed this switch has fried 3 alternators in my auto.I had to pay for this after this part was installed. I want reimbursement for these charges I had to pat due to the installation of this part. Please review and advise. I thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #761206, filed 2002-04“The contact stated while traveling 65 MPH, the steering wheel was adjusted for better vision. This caused the dashboard lights, the brake lights, and headlights to become inoperative. The vehicle has not been seen by a mechanic for this.”
NHTSA complaint #10155691, filed 2006-04, 94,000 miles“The contact owns a 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva. The contact was experiencing difficulty starting the vehicle. She would have to depress the accelerator pedal occasionally in order for it to start. While driving 35 MPH, she smelled something burning and noticed smoke coming from under the hood. The smell and smoke occurred at random. The vehicle also stalled and completely shut down at least three times. Initially, when the contact would attempt to restart the vehicle, it would immediately restart. After a short time, it would take longer to restart. …”
NHTSA complaint #10217302, filed 2008-02, 69,900 milesRelated recalls
- 00V287000Oct 2, 2000Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the engine starter fails to engage and the driver hold the key in the "start" position for an extended period…Covers: Oldsmobile Achieva 1994–1995, Pontiac Grand AM 1994–1995, Buick Skylark 1994–1995
Related service bulletins
- 10171318Jan 31, 2020This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10113443Feb 22, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
Electrical system: other model years
Other parts of the 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva
10 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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