1990 Oldsmobile Ciera Problems
- Complaints
- 20filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns 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 1990 Oldsmobile Ciera (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 20 consumer complaints for the 1990 Oldsmobile Ciera. The part named most often is vehicle speed control, with 7 complaints (35% of the total), followed by electrical system (3) and engine cooling (3). Of all complaints, 6 involved a crash, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns 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.
- Electrical system3 15%
- Engine cooling3 15%
- Brakes2 10%
- Seat belts2 10%
- Body and structure2 10%
- Equipment1 5.0%
- Exterior lighting1 5.0%
- Seats1 5.0%
- Steering1 5.0%
Also reported: Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Vehicle speed control: “When taking vehicle out of park with foot still on brake, the vehicle went into reverse, causing the vehicle to increase its speed, resulting in a crash.”
NHTSA complaint #808160, filed 1997-03Complaints 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
- 95V173000Sep 15, 1995Seat belts › Front › AnchorageCovers: Oldsmobile Ciera 1989–1990, 1994–1996, Buick Century 1989–1996, Oldsmobile Cutlass 1991–1993 +2 more
These vehicles were assembled with rear outboard safety belt anchorages that may not withstand the required load. This does not comply with fmvss no.210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
- 92V124000Sep 1, 1992Seats › Front assembly › ReclinerCovers: Oldsmobile Ciera 1990, Pontiac 6000 1990–1991, Buick Century 1990–1991 +2 more
The power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short.
Recall details for the 1990 Oldsmobile Ciera → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1990 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 1990 Oldsmobile Ciera have?
NHTSA recorded 20 consumer complaints for the 1990 Oldsmobile Ciera as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1990 Oldsmobile Ciera is reported most often?
Vehicle speed control is named most often, in 7 complaints (35% of the total), followed by electrical system with 3.
Has the 1990 Oldsmobile Ciera been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns 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 29, 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.