1995 Oldsmobile Achieva: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 70 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is electrical system (26% of complaints); the 1993 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Oct 2000
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 70 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“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. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Mar 2014
“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. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Apr 2010
“Dt*: 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.”Owner report · Electrical System · Apr 2006
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“The vehicle caught fire, then a recall letter was received. The manufacturer sent a representative to the consumers home and he stated the fire was not a direct result of the fuel rail. NHTSA recall 04v110000. *jb”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jun 2004
“Antilock brake system not functioning properly. When ABS is activated the brake pedal goes to the floor resulting in a greater stopping distance. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Air · Dec 2003
“The vehicle drivers side air bag did not deploy when the front end of the vehicle impact a stopped vehicle. The driver sustained injuries to her knee, right arm/shoulder, back and neck. *ak *nlm”Owner report · Air Bags · Jun 2003
“Rubber fuel line completely detached from metal fitting. Metal fitting was pressed on to rubber hose to make transition between rubber and metal fuel line (factory installation). It appears rubber fuel line broke inside metal fitting due to deterioration. This lead to gasoline being pumped into engine compartment. *tt”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · May 2003
“The heater core went out. Computer controls have been nonreliable since purchase, from airbag light, engine service light, speedometer, etc power windows became inoperable shortly after purchase, fixed once under warranty, later at a cost of some 400.+ dollars to me.”Owner report · Equipment · Nov 2002
“Headlights go out intermittently after high beams are used. Dealer has yet to be contacted. Please provide further details.*ak”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Dec 2001
“After recall 00v287000 repairs were performed electronic functions operated erratically and engine stalled. Dealership could not determine cause of problem. Please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak”Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 2001
When filing, owners marked a crash in 8 of these complaints and injuries in 10 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. IF THE ENGINE STARTER FAILS TO ENGAGE AND THE DRIVER HOLD THE KEY IN THE "START" POSITION FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD, HIGH CURRENT FLOWS THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH, PRODUCING HEAT THAT CAN MELT SWITCH PARTS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY KIT AND VERIFY THAT THE VEHICLE WILL START WITH A PROPERLY CHARGED BATTERY IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION (ADEQUATE RESERVE CAPACITY, OR COLD CRANKING AMPS). THIS CAMPAIGN DOES NOT COVER BATTERY REPLACEMENT OR UNRELATED STARTING SYSTEM OR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REPAIRS.
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Is the 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva reliable?
NHTSA has 70 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva. The most complained-about area is electrical system (26% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 89,500 miles or less.
Does the 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning electrical system:starter assembly. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.