Model year guide

1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera — representative photo
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1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera at a glance

Owner complaints266
Combined20–24 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera common problems

Owners have filed 266 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera MPG & running costs

Combined20–24 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,075

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,375
Fuel only$15,375
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera trims & engines on record

Trims
S
Engines
3.1L 6-cyl

1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera vehicles on record

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Other Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera model years

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1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera?

Owners have filed 266 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are visibility/wiper, electrical system, exterior lighting.

What gas mileage does the 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera get?

The 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera has U.S. EPA estimates of 20–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.