1979 Oldsmobile 88
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1979 Oldsmobile 88. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 recalls name the 1979 Oldsmobile 88. Newest first.
The heads may break off the front outboard seat belt anchor bolts during normal vehicle operation even under no load conditions. This IS due to the combination of bolts used, high installation torque and arrangement of the body anchorage.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will replace all original equipment front outboard seat belt anchor bolts on the affected vehicles at no cost to owner.
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "brake hoses". These vehicles were manufactured with gasoline fuel hoses in place of the vacuum hose between the intake manifold and carbon canister in the power brake vacuum line. Should this hose rupture, it would result in a loss of power assist to the brake system.…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will replace the incorrect hose with the correct vacuum hose.
A gasket was mistakenly placed between the brake master cylinder and the power boost which prevented the two parts from fitting together properly. Damage may have resulted to the mounting ears of the master cylinder and the hydro-boost. This condition could lead to brake failure.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will install a new brake master cylinder and hydro-boost unit, free of charge, on all affected vehicles.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Child seat › Shell › Booster
I would just like to know how to keep my daughter safe, she IS over 40 pounds but can not use a booster because the back seat does not have shoulder belts? Should I put her in the front? They say that IS not safe either. *ak
- Tires
Tires (ultra supreme 770) do not stop vehicle, skids.
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