1987 Oldsmobile Ciera Problems
- Complaints
- 17filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1987 Oldsmobile Ciera (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 17 consumer complaints for the 1987 Oldsmobile Ciera. The part named most often is steering, with 4 complaints (24% of the total), followed by brakes (3) and engine cooling (3). Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Steering4 24%
- Brakes3 18%
- Engine cooling3 18%
- Seat belts3 18%
- Fuel system2 12%
- Body and structure2 12%
- Other or unknown1 5.9%
- Suspension1 5.9%
Also reported: Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Steering: “Whenever driving steering malfunctioned due to the rack & pinion failure, making it very hard to control vehicle. Also makes loud noises. Will be taking vehicle to dealer to check it out.”
NHTSA complaint #838326, filed 1999-05Brakes: “Consumer states that whenever the weather is damp the brakes grab, sometimes they squeal and sometimes they cause the wheels to lock and you skid a little.”
NHTSA complaint #802483, filed 1996-09Engine cooling: “When driving at any speed the vehicle stalls, consumer has to put the vehicle into neutral. Consumer has had numerous parts replaced to stop vehicle from stalling such as, engine mounts,timing chain, fuel injectors were cleaned, fule filter was replaced,throttle sensor was also replaced, however problem still seems to persist.”
NHTSA complaint #849736, filed 1999-10Seat belts: “Drivers side seat belt failed to restrain occupant w/same condition after replacement.tt the retractor on the driver's side of the seat belt stopped working and did not hold driver in place, if you stop short or in an accident, seat belt has already been replaced twice, consumer called manufacturer and complained but nothing has been done.”
NHTSA complaint #974567, filed 1995-11Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 87V034000Mar 16, 1987Visibility › WindshieldCovers: Oldsmobile Ciera 1987, Pontiac 6000 1987
Poor bond adhesion between the windshield glass and mounting could allow the windshield to separate during a 30 mph frontal barrier test required by fmvss 212.
Recall details for the 1987 Oldsmobile Ciera → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1987 Oldsmobile Ciera.
Other model years of the Oldsmobile Ciera
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 83 | 60,000 | 1 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 34 | — | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 46 | — | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 20 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1989 | 31 | — | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 25 | — | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 17 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1986 | 14 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1985 | 8 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Oldsmobile Ciera model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1987 Oldsmobile Ciera have?
NHTSA recorded 17 consumer complaints for the 1987 Oldsmobile Ciera as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1987 Oldsmobile Ciera is reported most often?
Steering is named most often, in 4 complaints (24% of the total), followed by brakes with 3.
Has the 1987 Oldsmobile Ciera been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.