1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass Problems
Typical for Model
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Complaints
117
Crashes
3
Fires
2
Injuries
3
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#111 complaints
Tires:Tread/Belt
Crash-related:1
#29 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
Avg mileage:1,000 mi
#35 complaints
Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module
Avg mileage:70,430 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 9 | — | — | 1,000 mi | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module | 5 | — | — | 70,430 mi | |
| Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs | 5 | — | — | 76,056 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 4 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Tire Defects | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Sidewall | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Wheel Speed Sensor | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys | 1 | — | — | — |
Tires:Tread/Belt
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
1,000
Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
70,430
Suspension:Front:Springs:Coil Springs
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
76,056
Air Bags:Frontal
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Horn
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Sidewall
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Wheel Speed Sensor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Module
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Belts And Associated Pulleys
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass has 117 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Tires:Tread/Belt with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
Top reported problems: Tires:Tread/Belt (11 complaints); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor (9 complaints, avg 1,000 mi); Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module (5 complaints, avg 70,430 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 39,023 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
NHTSA complaints for the 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass include 3 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Oldsmobile Cutlass reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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