1995 Oldsmobile Achieva problems
The Oldsmobile Achieva is a front-wheel drive compact sedan and coupe that was introduced by Oldsmobile for the 1992 model year. The Achieva was based on the GM N-body platform, which it also shared with its siblings the Pontiac Grand Am and Buick Skylark. The Achieva replaced the GM N-body Cutlass Calais after its final 1991 model year, and ended production after the 1998 model year.
Overview
The Achieva is a compact car produced by the General Motors' Oldsmobile division from 1991 until 1998 and was available as a sedan or coupe. It was offered in four different trim levels during its production run: S, SC, SL, and SCX. Available engines included different versions of the Oldsmobile-developed 2.3 L Quad 4 engine: the base single-cam L40 "Quad OHC", the DOHC LD2, the high-output LG0, and the special "W41" variant of the LG0 Quad 4 used in the SCX model. All were replaced for 1996 by a revised 2.4 L version. A pair of V6 engines were also offered including the Buick-sourced 90° 3.3 L "3300" V6, which was later replaced by Chevrolet's 60° 3.1 L "3100" V6. While a 5-speed manual transaxle was initially offered as the standard base transmission, most Achieva models were sold with 3-speed or 4-speed automatic transaxles. 1998 was the final model year for the Achieva, after which it was replaced in the Oldsmobile lineup by the Alero for the 1999 model year.
Initial production
The Achieva was first seen as a concept car at the 1991 Chicago Auto Show, positioned to replace Oldsmobile's compact Calais models. The Calais and Achieva share the same front wheel drive N-body architecture including identical wheelbase. The Achieva started regular production for the 1992 model year. It was offered in four different trim levels: S and SL, available on both coupes and sedans, and the sporty SC and SCX coupes. The base S offered a 120 hp (89 kW) 2.3 L "Quad OHC" 4-cylinder, while the SL had the DOHC 160 horsepower (120 kW) Quad 4 engine standard that was optional on the S model. A 160 hp (120 kW) 3.3 L V6 engine was optional for the SL. The SC coupe had a standard 180 hp (130 kW) high-output Quad 4 with 5-speed manual transmission or a 3 speed automatic, with the 3.3 L V6 being an option.
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Common 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva problems
The 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva has been reported to have several common problems by its owners. Here are some of the issues that have been frequently mentioned:
- Door Panels Falling Off: Many owners have reported that the door panels of their 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva are falling off. This can be a significant safety issue, as the door panels are responsible for holding the door handles and window controls, and their loss can make it difficult to operate the car safely.
- Transmission Slips and Stalls: Transmission problems are a common issue with the 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva. Many owners have reported that their car's transmission slips and stalls, which can be a significant safety issue. This problem can be caused by a variety of factors, including low transmission fluid levels or a faulty transmission control module.
- Cooling Fan Motor Failure: The cooling fan motor is responsible for cooling the engine, and when it fails, the engine can overheat. This can be a serious problem, as an overheated engine can cause significant damage to the car.
- Water Pump Failure: The water pump is responsible for circulating coolant through the engine, and when it fails, the engine can overheat. This can be a serious problem, as an overheated engine can cause significant damage to the car.
- Coil Failure: The coil is responsible for generating the spark that ignites the fuel in the engine, and when it fails, the engine can misfire or fail to start. This can be a significant safety issue, as a misfiring engine can be difficult to control and can cause the car to stall.
- Radiator Failure: The radiator is responsible for cooling the engine, and when it fails, the engine can overheat. This can be a serious problem, as an overheated engine can cause significant damage to the car.
- Heater Core Failure: The heater core is responsible for providing heat to the car's cabin, and when it fails, the car's cabin can become cold. This can be a significant comfort issue, as a cold cabin can make it uncomfortable to drive the car.
- Check Oil Light Stays On: The check oil light is responsible for indicating when the engine's oil level is low, and when it stays on, it can indicate a serious problem with the engine. This can be a significant safety issue, as a low oil level can cause the engine to seize up and fail.
These are just some of the common problems reported by owners of the 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva. If you own one of these cars, it's important to keep up with regular maintenance and to address any issues as soon as they arise to avoid more significant problems down the line.
What happened to the Oldsmobile Achieva?
While a 5-speed manual transaxle was initially offered as the standard base transmission, most Achieva models were sold with 3-speed or 4-speed automatic transaxles. 1998 was the final model year for the Achieva, after which it was replaced in the Oldsmobile lineup by the Alero for the 1999 model year.
What caused Oldsmobile failure?
Oldsmobile, one of the oldest American car brands, faced challenges that ultimately led to its downfall. Similar to Plymouth and Pontiac, Oldsmobile suffered from a lack of brand identity and differentiation (as you might see, there is an area-curing mistake in every example so far).
Why did GM get rid of Oldsmobile?
The Aurora caused only a minor stir, however, and by 2000 GM announced plans to phase out the Oldsmobile brand due to dwindling sales. On April 29, 2004, after 106 years, the last Olds rolled off the assembly line.
Who made Oldsmobile engines?
Oldsmobile V8 engine
| Oldsmobile V8 | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Oldsmobile division of General Motors |
| Also called | Rocket V8 |
| Production | 1949–1990 Lansing Assembly (engine block and heads) Saginaw Metal Casting Operations |
| Layout |
What happened to the Oldsmobile Achieva?
While a 5-speed manual transaxle was initially offered as the standard base transmission, most Achieva models were sold with 3-speed or 4-speed automatic transaxles. 1998 was the final model year for the Achieva, after which it was replaced in the Oldsmobile lineup by the Alero for the 1999 model year.
What caused Oldsmobile failure?
Oldsmobile, one of the oldest American car brands, faced challenges that ultimately led to its downfall. Similar to Plymouth and Pontiac, Oldsmobile suffered from a lack of brand identity and differentiation (as you might see, there is an area-curing mistake in every example so far).
Why did GM get rid of Oldsmobile?
The Aurora caused only a minor stir, however, and by 2000 GM announced plans to phase out the Oldsmobile brand due to dwindling sales. On April 29, 2004, after 106 years, the last Olds rolled off the assembly line.
Who made Oldsmobile engines?
Oldsmobile V8 engine
| Oldsmobile V8 | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Oldsmobile division of General Motors |
| Also called | Rocket V8 |
| Production | 1949–1990 Lansing Assembly (engine block and heads) Saginaw Metal Casting Operations |
| Layout |
1995 Oldsmobile Achieva car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Oldsmobile Achieva problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Service brakes problems
- Air bags problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva
The NHTSA has received 88 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-12
- VIN: 1G3NL15M2SM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-30
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
- Summary: 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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-02-02
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G3NL15D6SM
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 OLDSMOBILE ACHIEVA. THE CONTACT WAS EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY STARTING THE VEHICLE. SHE WOULD HAVE TO DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL OCCASIONALLY IN ORDER FOR IT TO START. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, SHE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE SMELL AND SMOKE OCCURRED AT RANDOM. THE VEHICLE ALSO STALLED AND COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN AT LEAST THREE TIMES. INITIALLY, WHEN THE CONTACT WOULD ATTEMPT TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, IT WOULD IMMEDIATELY RESTART. AFTER A SHORT TIME, IT WOULD TAKE LONGER TO RESTART. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS BEFORE THE STALLING OCCURRED. THE DEALER STATED THAT HER VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 00V287000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY). THE PURCHASE DATE AND POWERTRAIN WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 70,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 69,900.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-11-22
- VIN: 1G3HN52K5SH
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THE INCIDENT. THE DRIVER AND THE PASSENGER SEAT BELTS WERE WORN, AND NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-04-19
- VIN: 1G3NL55MXSM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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.
STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-05-07
- VIN: 1G3GR62C2S4
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 1995 OLDSMOBILE AURORA, GM'S REAL WINNER HERE!!! WHERE DO I START? WE HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH OVER HEATING PROBLEMS, AND HAVE CHANGED WATER PUMPS, RADIATOR, RADIATOR FLUSHES, THERMOSTATS, A HANDFUL OF ALTERNATORS, TWICE THE A/C SEIZED, MAJOR VIBRATION AT HIGH SPEEDS AND STOPPING, CAUSED? OVER HEATED DISK BRAKES! ITS A REALLY NICE CAR; WE LOVE IT, BUT JUST CAN'T SEE THE END TO THIS FORESEEING WASTE OF CASH. OUR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE ALL POUND THIS CAR AROUND, CAN'T BEAR GIVING IT UP, ESPECIALLY AFTER INVESTING SO MUCH. SHIFTING IN REVERSE CAN HAVE YOU SLAPPING IT IN DRIVE SEEING THE CHIROPRACTOR FROM THE SUDDEN JOLT. PROBLEMS WITH STEERING WHEEL, IS LOOSE AS A GOOSE, LEAKING FLUIDS FROM UNKNOWN PLACES THAT SEEM TO DISAPPEAR WHEN GETTING THEM SERVICED? ENGINE MOUNTS IN NEED OF A 2ND REPLACEMENT OVERHEATING IS AN ERRATIC PROBLEM, ALONG WITH THE IRREGULAR IDLES. THESE ISSUES ARE ALL STEMMED FROM THE REALLY BAD DESIGN PLANS, GIVING US THESE PROBLEMS THAT NEVER REALLY GET FIXED. THE CAUSE, MAJOR INTERNAL OVERHEATING! PROMOTING MASSIVE MELT DOWN ON OUR PRECIOUS BABY NORTHSTAR MAKES ONE EXPENSIVE ALUMINUM PAPER WEIGHT. NO MECHANIC SHOP WILL FIX OUR ENGINES, WHY? LIABILITY, THE BAD DESIGN HAS PROVEN THIS (IT DOES NOT WORK!). THE POOR DESIGN WAS EVIDENT TO GM WAY BEFORE THE FACTORY STARTED THROWING THEM TOGETHER. THEY JUST ADDED BANDAIDS ON THE MOST CRUCIAL ASPECT THEY NEEDED FURTHER DEVELOPMENT; THESE LOW ATTRIBUTES HAVE LEFT US SHORT CHANGED HOLDING A BAG OF SAFETY AND FINANCIAL BURDENS. TAKE A LOOK AT THIS NHTSA ODI NUMBERS; 8010002,10003769,10028708,1005387, 10057594,10063987,10069013,10069679,10070352,10071397,10094331, 10094992,10101048,10120403,10121459. THIS IS JUST A FRACTION OF THE PROBLEMS, THAT??S WHY A MECHANIC WILL NOT TOUCH YOUR ENGINE, BUT WILL ONLY EXCHANGE FOR A BRAND NEW ONE COST OF AROUND $8,000.00, AND OLDSMOBILE, WELL AS YOU KNOW. BAILING OUT. THANKS GM FOR THE NICE KICK IN THE PANTS. *JB
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-20
- VIN: 1G3GR62C2S4
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: I RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTICE GM#04014 NHTSA #04V110000 FROM GM SEPT. 2004. SEPT. 14, 2004 SHOTTENKIRK, FORT MADISON, IA DID INSPECTION FOR RECALL-"NO REPLACEMENT REQUIRED". JUNE 2005 MYSELF/PASSENGERS (ONE WAS 2) WERE OVERCOME WITH FUEL FUMES. ELSTON AUTO REPAIR REPLACED THE FUEL REGULATOR AND "PATCHED" THE FUEL LINE-FUEL WAS SHOOTING OUT. TOTAL PAID $195.83. I FOUND ORIGINAL GM RECALL NOTICE AND 9/14/04 INVOICE FROM SHOTTENKIRK. 10/11/05 CALLED THE GM#800-630-6537, SPOKE WITH MICHELLE GONZALES. GAVE HER THE INFORMATION FROM MY RECALL NOTICE AND THE SHOTTENKIRK INVOICE. SHE RESPONDED WITH - THIS AUTOMOBILE WAS NEVER UNDER ANY RECALL NOR DOES IT HAVE ANY "OPEN" RECALLS. SHE REPLIED THAT I MUST HAVE GOTTEN A HOLD OF SOMEONE ELSE'S RECALL NOTICE OR IN SOME OTHER MANNER ATTAINED SUCH A DOCUMENT. THE GM NOTICE HAD MY VIN#, SHOTTENKIRK HAD DONE THE INSPECTION. SHE STATED THAT SHE HAD CONTACTED BRENT AT SHOTTENKIRK, IF THEY HAD DONE THE INSPECTION IT WAS OUT OF COURTESY OR BY MISTAKE. I HAVE ALL ORIGINAL DOCUMENTATION FROM GM AND SHOTTENKIRK. WHY HAS THE GM REPRESENTATIVE INFORMED ME THAT THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT PART OF THIS CAMPAIGN AND INFERRED THAT I HAD SOMEHOW "MANUFACTURED" THE RECALL PAPERWORK. WHY DOES GM RECORDS INDICATE NO "OPEN" RECALLS? ARE RECALLS CLOSED AFTER AN INSPECTION IS FILED OR ONLY AFTER THE WORK IS COMPLETED? I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHO REIMBURSED SHOTTENKIRK FOR THE INSPECTION FEE, SINCE ACCORDING TO GM & SHOTTENKIRK THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT PART OF ANY RECALL. I CONTACTED THE NHTSA (MARTINA) AND VERIFIED THAT THIS VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN CAMPAIGN#04V110000. I WOULD LIKE TO MAKE SURE THAT THE OLDSMOBILE DEALER HAS NOT FALSELY IDENTIFIED THIS AUTOMOBILE AS BEING REPAIRED UNDER THIS RECALL. AT THIS TIME I REQUEST THAT I BE REIMBURSED MY REPAIRS OF $195.93 AND GET MY CAR REPAIRED TO COMPLY WITH RECALL CAMPAIGN #04V110000 GM#04014B AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE. *JB
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-06-09
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G3GR62CXS4
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CONSUMER SENT A LETTER TO OLDSMOBILE DIVISION OF GENERAL MOTORS AND DIDN'T RECEIVE A RESPONSE. *PH THE ENGINE WOULD NOT START. AT TIME THE VEHICLE STALLED OUT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH. THIS CONDITION WAS INTERMITTENT. THE LINKAGE WAS CHECKED, BUT NO PROBLEM WAS FOUND. *TT *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VISIBILITY,EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-11-15
- VIN: 1G3NL55M3SM
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VISIBILITY,EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 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.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-04-15
- VIN: 1G3NL55M1SM
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MY UNCLE WORKS IN THE AUTOBODY BUSINESS AND TOLD ME TO CONTACT OLDS TO SEE IF THEY COVER THE COST FOR A PAINT JOB SINCE I HAVE 3 SPOTS WHERE THE PAINT IS FLAKING OFF. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THAT I PURCHASED THE CAR FROM AND SPOKE TO THE BODY SHOP DEPARTMENT AND ASKED IF THEY STILL WARRENTY THE PAINT. THE COUNTER PERSON SAID THAT THEY NEVER DID WARRENTY ANY PAINT ISSUES IN THE PAST AND THAT THERE IS NO CURRENT RECALLS REGARDING THE PAINT EITHER. I CALLED THE CONTACT NYMBER THAT YOU HAVE POSTED ON YOUR SITE AND GOT THE SAME SNUB NOSE BY THE BOOK REMARKS FROM THE REP ON THE PHONE. I WAS WONDERING IF IT IS A WORTH WHILE EFFORT TO FIGHT THIS BASED ON THE AGE OF THE VEHICLE OR SHOULD I JUST PAY OOUT OF POCKET.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-12-06
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Summary: ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. WHEN ABS IS ACTIVATED THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR RESULTING IN A GREATER STOPPING DISTANCE. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-10-02
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: ABS SYSTEM FAILED, CAUSE WAS UNKNOWN.*AK
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-20
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY
- Summary: VEHICLES OF AN AUTO PARTS DELIVERY FLEET (7)HAVE THE FOLLOWING DEFECTS..U- JOINTS, BALL JOINTS, CRACKED WINDSHIELDS, SIGNAL LIGHTS OUT I WAS TERMINATED FOR COMPLAINING.BOUT THE NOTED DEFECTS AND MANAGEMNT WAS ANGRY THAT I COMPLAINED...BEING 60 YRS OF AGE AND HAVING HIGH BLOODPRESSURE WAS THE REASON FOR TERMINATION GIVEN...ALSO COMPLAINTS OF NON-COMPENSATED OVER TIME...LUNCHES DELAYED AT TIMES TILL 5 PM ON DAYS WORK STARTED AT 8AM...SATURDAYS LUNCH WAS BOUGHT FOR YOU BUT YOU HAD TO EAT WHILE WORKING...ATLEAST 2 VEHICLES INVOLVED IN FENDER BENDERS. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-05
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G3NL15MXSM
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 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
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-05-31
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-12
- VIN: FILL IN
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED THEN THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF. *NLM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G3NL55M98M
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: RECALL ON THIS AUTO, AFTER THIS PART WAS INSATLLED,4 ALTERNATORES HAS BEEN BURNED OUT AND AUTO ALMOST CAUGHT FIRE AS ALTERNATOR WAS BURNING.I WAN THIS FIXED FREE OF CHARGE ONACE AND FOR ALL BY GENERAL MOTORS AT AN DEALER OF THEIR CHOOSING.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G3NL55M9SM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: PLEASE NOTE MY AUTO WAS ON A RECALL FOR THE REPLACMENT OF A SWITCH, SINCE THIS WAS INSTALLED THIS SWITCH HAS FRIED 3 ALTERNATORS IN MY AUTO.I HAD TO PAY FOR THIS AFTER THIS PART WAS INSTALLED. I WANT REIMBURSEMENT FOR THESE CHARGES I HAD TO PAT DUE TO THE INSTALLATION OF THIS PART. PLEASE REVIEW AND ADVISE. I THANK YOU.*AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-12-01
- VIN: 1GN2NL15DXM
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHTS GO OUT INTERMITTENTLY AFTER HIGH BEAMS ARE USED. DEALER HAS YET TO BE CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-03-01
- VIN: 1G3NL55M5SM
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY
- Summary: ENGINE LIGHT IS STILL ON - 1996-2001-PRESENT. THE ENGINE LIST IS STILL ON (FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE - 2/96) . THIS OCCURRED 30 DAYS AFTER PURCHASE. CONTACTED DEALER - WAS INFORMED TO TIGHT THE GAS CAP. ENGINE LIGHT STILL REMAINS ON. EXPERIENCED INCREASED OIL COSUMPTION (2 TO 3 QUARTS OF OIL NEEDED TO BE ADDED) BETWEEN REGULAR SCHEDULED OIL CHANGES. REPLACED HEATER COIL AND RADIATOR. HIGH BEAM WILL NOT STAY ON. LOW BEAM SATISFACTORY. RECEIVED ONLY ONE RECALL NOTICE - REPAIRED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: STARTER. RECECIVED NO SPECIAL POLICIES NOTIFICATION ON THIS VEHICLE FROM GENERAL MOTORS. HOWEVER, THE ENGINE LIGHT IS STILL ON. PLEASE FORWARD ANY AND ALL INFORMATION TO ASSIST. NEED YOUR HELP. DEALER KEEP CHARGES $$$$$$.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-03-01
- VIN: 1G3NL55M5SM
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY
- Summary: ENGINE LIGHT IS STILL ON - 1996-2001-PRESENT. THE ENGINE LIST IS STILL ON (FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE - 2/96) . THIS OCCURRED 30 DAYS AFTER PURCHASE. CONTACTED DEALER - WAS INFORMED TO TIGHT THE GAS CAP. ENGINE LIGHT STILL REMAINS ON. EXPERIENCED INCREASED OIL COSUMPTION (2 TO 3 QUARTS OF OIL NEEDED TO BE ADDED) BETWEEN REGULAR SCHEDULED OIL CHANGES. REPLACED HEATER COIL AND RADIATOR. HIGH BEAM WILL NOT STAY ON. LOW BEAM SATISFACTORY. RECEIVED ONLY ONE RECALL NOTICE - REPAIRED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: STARTER. RECECIVED NO SPECIAL POLICIES NOTIFICATION ON THIS VEHICLE FROM GENERAL MOTORS. HOWEVER, THE ENGINE LIGHT IS STILL ON. PLEASE FORWARD ANY AND ALL INFORMATION TO ASSIST. NEED YOUR HELP. DEALER KEEP CHARGES $$$$$$.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-06-01
- VIN: FILL IN PLE
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G3NF55D0SN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CONSUMER WENT OUTSIDE TO STAR VEHICLE AND IT WOULDN'T START. SHE HAD TO JUMP START VEHICLE. SHE HEARD A TICKING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH. THEN, THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH DASHBOARD AREA. SHE JUMPED OUT OF VEHICLE, AND HAD IT TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC REPLACED A RELAY SWITCH.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-31
- VIN: NOT AVAILAB
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS ISSUED RECALL 00V287000/MANUFACTURER'S RECCALL 00079/ IGNITION SWITCH. IGNITION MELTED WIRES, CAUSING LEFT TURN SIGNAL TO STAY ON, AND LEFT HEADLIGHT NOT TO COME ON. DEALER HAVE FIXED HEADLIGHT AT THE CONSUMERS COST.
1995 Oldsmobile Achieva recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: A FIRE COULD OCCUR IN THE STEERING COLUMN AND SPREAD TO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR.
- 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.
Negative 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva car reviews
Positive 1995 Oldsmobile Achieva car reviews
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I bought my car with 59,000 miles on it, and now it has 127,000. It has only let me down once, when the water pump failed. This car can go anywhere I want, and it's a joy to drive. I had an alternator go out in Pittsburgh, which is about 100 miles away from where I live. I put in a new battery and drove all the way home without any issues.
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This is a great mid-sized car! The gas mileage is fantastic and the air conditioner is awesome. It also has good pick-up and a pretty cool design. However, it's worth noting that parts can be expensive due to the four-quad engine design.
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I bought my car in '96 with 14,000 miles on it and just hit 100,000 miles this month! Honestly, besides having to spend a couple of dollars here and there for broken plastic pieces of the interior and a new transmission three years ago, this car has treated me right! It is still running well and I've been very lucky!
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Your Oldsmobile Achieva has been in the family for about 7 years, and you have been driving it for the past 5 months. Recently, with 140,000 miles on it, you faced some issues such as a cracked cylinder head, motor mount problems, and a need for a new water pump. To avoid high repair bills, you decided to replace the engine with a used quad four that had about 53,000 miles on it. Since then, the car has been running great with only a few minor issues. The I-4 engine provides adequate acceleration and the handling is okay. Being an Oldsmobile, it is a very comfortable car. Overall, it has been a pleasure to drive and own this car.
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I've owned this car since it was new and it has been both reliable and efficient. I make sure to follow the manufacturer's specifications for maintenance, treating it as if it were a Japanese car. I plan to continue using this car for several years to come. While it may not be the most attractive vehicle and is relatively inexpensive, I'm not too concerned about it being stolen.
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Herminio Walter 2024-11-23
Hi there! I'm happy to share that my experience with this car has been surprisingly good. I decided to purchase it because of a large GM-card rebate and because I wasn't a fan of the plastic-clad Pontiac Grand AM (its platform sister). I'm pleased to say that my repair history has been very good - very little has gone wrong, other than what was expected. For example, the water pump failed at 95,000 miles - not a cheap repair, but after 95,000 miles, that's not too bad.
Quincy Feil 2024-11-04
I'm glad to hear that you haven't had any major mechanical problems with your car. It's great that you're able to get about 27 mpg mixed with the V6. It seems like you've had to replace a few parts, including the front brakes every 30,000 miles or so, the radiator, A/C compressor and related, alternator, and front struts. However, it's good to know that the rear brakes have been replaced very infrequently.
Kyleigh Quitzon 2024-09-26
Although I encountered some challenges with this car, I can confidently say that it was a great vehicle when it was running smoothly. It provided excellent traction in snowy and icy conditions and was very comfortable. However, after driving it for some time, I had to replace several parts such as the radiator, belt tensioner, struts, all brake parts, O2 sensor, turn signal switch, and more. Unfortunately, the transmission gave out at 140,000 miles, and it was not worth repairing. Despite these issues, I still have fond memories of this car.
Arvel Macejkovic 2024-07-15
I purchased my 1994 Olds Achieva in 2002 from my boss, who was the original owner. At the time of purchase, it had 120,000 miles on it, and now it has 166,000 miles. Although it has had some issues with the engine and interior, it has been great on gas. Unfortunately, I have experienced some problems with the car stalling every time I get off the freeway, and only three of the four cylinders are working. Additionally, the gas gauge is broken, and the rear brakes clunk every morning. There is also a major exhaust leak that can cause headaches for passengers. The driver's side window does not work, and it must be pulled up with two hands. The interior has seen better days, with several things falling off, such as the speaker, vents, ashtray, and more. Despite these issues, I appreciate the good gas mileage and the fact that it was an affordable purchase.
Ashton Keebler 2024-06-27
I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to let you know that I purchased the car from my father-in-law for my teenage son. It has an impressive 255,000 miles on the original drivetrain, and has been well taken care of mechanically. We've replaced the usual struts, shocks, brakes, etc., but otherwise it's a solid car.