1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 13%of 148 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 59,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the visibility of the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 13% of the 148 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 59,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, 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.
“My boyfriend and I have an Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme 1994 the other day we got in the car to drive and the wipers wasn't working unless we turned on the left turn signal. We need a recall replacement. Also we have an exception due before the end of the month.”
NHTSA complaint #10660726, filed 2014-11, 180,000 miles“Turn signal switch/multi function switch that also controls the cruise control, wipers, and windshield washer. 1. I can't put the turn signal lever in the locked position when signaling a right or left turn, the signals won't work. I have to apply just enough pressure on the lever to make the signals blink. 2. My emergency flashers won't work at all and I had to remove the upper part of the switch on the steering column because if you accidentally bump it the turn signals and brake lights won't work. 3. My windshield wipers will not work on low unless I turn on the left turn signal. …”
NHTSA complaint #10555778, filed 2013-12, 75,000 miles“- the contact stated that the windshield wipers worked intermittently. He would have to jiggle the left turn signal for the windshield wipers to work. The contact had the windshield wipers repaired on august 17, 2004. The dealer said that the this vehicle was not a part of recall 97v017000 due to the VIN. The contact was also told by the manufacturer that the failure was due to the vehicles age and mileage. The contact's vehicle was having the same failure as described in the recall, and would like to be reimbursed. The contact has the repair order.”
NHTSA complaint #10177790, filed 2007-01, 11 miles“The contact owns a 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass supreme. The contact stated that the windshield wipers failed to operate. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the contact was informed that the vehicle could possibly fall under NHTSA campaign id number: 97v017000 (visibility: windshield wiper/washer: switch/wiring). The contact inquired with the dealer and was advised that the manufacturer was no longer honoring the recall because the recall was initiated in 1997. The contact stated that he was never informed of the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. …”
NHTSA complaint #10351422, filed 2010-08, 44,000 miles“Nhtsa recall 97v017000 and manufacturer's recall 97003 concerning windshield wiper/washer switch. Consumer received the recall, but dealer won't do recall repairs due to not finding the recall in their system.”
NHTSA complaint #861690, filed 2000-05Related recalls
- 97V017000Feb 11, 1997Some of these vehicles have a strained or separated washer/wiper switch power feed wire.Covers: Oldsmobile Cutlass 1994–1995, Buick Regal 1994–1995, Pontiac Grand Prix 1994–1995 +2 more
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 9 | 6% |
| 1997 | 7 | 7% |
| 1996 | 1 | 1% |
| 1995 | 6 | 4% |
| 1994 | 19 | 13% |
| 1993 | 2 | 1% |
| 1991 | 9 | 5% |
| 1990 | 1 | 1% |
| 1989 | 2 | 2% |
| 1988 | 2 | 3% |
| 1984 | 3 | 19% |
Other parts of the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass
36 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsEngine cooling
17 complaintsVehicle speed control
17 complaintsAir bags
14 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass
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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