1995 Oldsmobile 88
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1995 Oldsmobile 88. Newest first.
A spring in the head lamp portion of the head park lamp switch can fail preventing latching of the head lamp portion of the switch in the "on" position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The head lamps would not stay illuminated resulting in reduced driver visibility.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect head/park lamp switch build date codes and replace switches with suspect date codes.
Owner complaints
117 complaints12 involved a crash5 involved a fire12 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags
I was driving about 50 mph on the highway in a decent rain storm with a buddy of mine. All of the sudden boom the passenger air bag went off! Very frightening. The windshield shattered, the glove compartment IS permanently open. Unknown cause.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile 88. While driving at 10 mph, the front driver side air bags deployed without warning. The contact was injured and required medical attention. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 173,000. The vin was not available.
- Fuel/propulsion system
I started smelling fuel, as the week progressed the smell grew intensely unbearable, before taking my kids to school one day I decided let me take a look under the hood after all this IS gasoline we are taking about. so I saw that the fuel line to the fuel rail was a little wet so I turned on my…
I started smelling fuel, as the week progressed the smell grew intensely unbearable, before taking my kids to school one day I decided let me take a look under the hood after all this IS gasoline we are taking about. so I saw that the fuel line to the fuel rail was a little wet so I turned on my car and a mist of gas was spraying out the hose. I never realized how much of a risk I was putting my kids in by driving with that fuel smell. there should be a recall on that, its not safe.
- Air bags
I was driving down highway 95 in manning so. Carolina and all of a sudden I heard this big bang and saw my windshield smashed and then noticed the airbag on the passenger side deployed! I didn't hit anything nor anything hit me nor hit any bumps! I was traveling from maine to florida. *tr
- Engine
1995 oldsmobile delta 88. consumer writes in regards to defective sensor light problems. *smd the consumer stated he spent hundreds of dollars, even thousands to try and fix the problem, but to no avail. The defective sensor light, caused him to have an accident in december 2012. The engine light, has been on for five years.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile delta 88. The contact stated while driving 2 mph, both of the front air bags deployed independently. The contact had not been involved in a crash nor was there any type of impact made to the vehicle. The contact was not injured from the deployment. the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 162,000.
- Engine and engine cooling · Steering · Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields · Suspension
A tragic accident fortunately did not occur. The engine cradle subframe mounting washers on both sides rusted through. My mother (75 years old) was driving the vehicle while turning. The engine cradle dropped down preventing her to steer the vehicle. Had there been another vehicle close she would…
A tragic accident fortunately did not occur. The engine cradle subframe mounting washers on both sides rusted through. My mother (75 years old) was driving the vehicle while turning. The engine cradle dropped down preventing her to steer the vehicle. Had there been another vehicle close she would have driven directly into it. She was extremely scared and shaken. This IS such a small item that IS potentially dangerous especially at normal driving speed. This should have been fixed by gm or we should have been notified of a potential accident. this does not appear to be a single vehicle problem. Thank you. *tr
- Structure › Frame and members
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile 88. while driving 20 mph, the bushings holding the front k-member subframe all failed at once, which caused the k subframe to drop out of position. the steering locked. the wheel remained in a neutral position until the contact pulled it back. he drove to…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile 88. while driving 20 mph, the bushings holding the front k-member subframe all failed at once, which caused the k subframe to drop out of position. the steering locked. the wheel remained in a neutral position until the contact pulled it back. he drove to the dealer and they stated that they were ordering the parts to repair the failure. no recalls were found for that model vehicle. the purchase date was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 183,000.
- Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module · Electrical system
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 oldsmobile lss. while driving approximately 25 mph, the driver side air bag deployed without warning. the dealer discovered that the air bag deployed due to corrosion on a sensor underneath the seat. there were no injuries, deaths, or a police report. the current and failure mileages were 147,000.
- Air bags
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 30 mph, the passenger airbag deployed without incident. when the vehicle was pulled over, the driver side airbag deployed. the vehicle was driven to the residence however the vehicle has not been inspected by a mechanic.
- Engine and engine cooling
Dt*: the contact sated while pulling out from a stop sign, there was a loud noise and the back of the motor fell down. the steering linkage failed causing the contact to have no control over the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where they determined the motor mounts had detached. the dealership has been informed.
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery · Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator · Exterior lighting › Turn signal · Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and attachments · Visibility › Power window devices and controls
I purchased a 1995 oldsmobile delta 88 royale lss 4D sedan 6cy/3800 series 2. At seven seas auto 118 maple st. Manchester nh,03103. Paid 1,500 came with a 20-day plate and a state inspection. Now the car has a new alternator and everything passed inspection, according to the dealer. First thing…
I purchased a 1995 oldsmobile delta 88 royale lss 4D sedan 6cy/3800 series 2. At seven seas auto 118 maple st. Manchester nh,03103. Paid 1,500 came with a 20-day plate and a state inspection. Now the car has a new alternator and everything passed inspection, according to the dealer. First thing, car was bought on the 8TH. My birthday IS on the 15TH, yet the inspection IS good for 07 not 06 like it should be. Second e-brake does not work and regular brakes don't work right, the ABS- brake light was always on. Third within 11 days of owning the car had to buy 3 batteries. The first was one hour after buying the car, second was 5 days later. The third was 4 days after that. Now in haverill mass. Went to put the third battery in, the alternator started smoking up. Then caught on fire. Called the dealer said this IS ridiculous I want my money back. He said no fix it on your own. Plus when it rains all four floors get wet. And the windshield leaks water drips on your legs while your driving. Obd sensor light always on, and the abs-brake light on. *jb
- Air bags › Frontal
Dt*: the contact stated while making a right hand turn, driving at 10 mph, the passenger side air bag deployed prematurely. the contact did not hit anything in the road. the vehicle has not been inspected or repaired, however the dealer was alerted.
- Electrical system
Problems with check engine light illuminating, tail light popped out, as well as the vehicle stalled 9 times.*mr the a/c did not work. the dealer replaced the air compressor and dryer. the dealer was unable to duplicate the stalling concerns but they did replaced the d.i.s module and the ecm to…
Problems with check engine light illuminating, tail light popped out, as well as the vehicle stalled 9 times.*mr the a/c did not work. the dealer replaced the air compressor and dryer. the dealer was unable to duplicate the stalling concerns but they did replaced the d.i.s module and the ecm to correct code po705. a few days later the vehicle stalled while stopped at a signal. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. *nm
- Air bags › Frontal
While driving 60 mph driver's side air bag deployed inadvertently, two weeks later, the passenger's side air bag deployed. no injuries reported. *Ak
- Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module
Passenger side air bag deployed without incident. Owner contacted the manufacturer and was told that there was nothing they could do, *ak
- Air bags › Frontal › Sensor/control module
The front passenger side air bag exploded while driving at 30 mph. the dealership indicated that the explosion occurred because the air bag sensor located under the passenger seat, became wet and shorted out. *la *sc *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
While driving 70 mph engine suddenly quits working. The plenum on top of the intake manifold has a water and an air jacket that are side by side. They corrode and eat through the wall that separates them. This causes anti freeze flood into the piston, and stops engine from running. The engine was replaced.*ak
- Air bags · Unknown or other
Air bags blew out while driving down the road. there was no accident. police were called. Resident was outside and saw and heard bags go off.. claim was made to insurance company and was told no coverage applied to mechanical failure of defective equipment. have contacted dealer ship where car…
Air bags blew out while driving down the road. there was no accident. police were called. Resident was outside and saw and heard bags go off.. claim was made to insurance company and was told no coverage applied to mechanical failure of defective equipment. have contacted dealer ship where car was purchased after contacting oldsmobile direct. now waiting for body shop at dealer to get information back from gm. E-mail address IS unable to receive e-mail. must send information through the mail. please contact me with any information or help possible. thank you *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
The plastic intake manifold exploded and the vehicle caught on fire. This occurred when the consumer started the vehicle. engine back fired, and smoke started coming from under the hood. When consumer checked under the hood it was on fire. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe · Equipment
At 80,000 miles my intake manifold leaked antifreeze into my engine. This engine was replaced and the new engine done the same thing. Something needs to be done with this. The first engine was the original olds 88 engine. The second one was the series ll engine. I almost got hit when the car stalled. Both of the mechanics involved stated they see this happens all the time. Something needs to be done.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
The problem I have come across IS that the plenum that sits on top of my intake IS made out of some kind of carbon fiber of some sort . Well the first time it went out my engine stopped instantly on the interstate. Later on that day I found out what it was. The plenum has 2 water jackets on each…
The problem I have come across IS that the plenum that sits on top of my intake IS made out of some kind of carbon fiber of some sort . Well the first time it went out my engine stopped instantly on the interstate. Later on that day I found out what it was. The plenum has 2 water jackets on each side of a vent for the exhaust system by the throttle side, it corroded around that vent that lets cooling fluid into the intake stopping the motor instantly. I had to have the motor and the plenum replaced and now it has happened again. I believe the manufacture needs to stop making these parts in the material that they do. Because I have lost a lot of money and time getting this problem fixed. *jb
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
This IS in reference to the gm recall about the failure of brakes, power steering, wipers. I have a 1995 olds 88 royale. back in november my wife was turning left into a driveway to turn around and her power steering quit completely. I e-mailed oldsmobile about the problem after I read about the…
This IS in reference to the gm recall about the failure of brakes, power steering, wipers. I have a 1995 olds 88 royale. back in november my wife was turning left into a driveway to turn around and her power steering quit completely. I e-mailed oldsmobile about the problem after I read about the recall. they sent me back a e-mail and said they were not going to do anything about it because the vin and model year didn't fall under the recall. they told me to go to a local dealer if I felt that there were any concerns about our vehicle. the car IS sitting in our garage right this very minute without any power steering. IS there anything you can do to help me with this situation? if so I would greatly appreciate your time and effort in this matter.*ak
- Air bags › Side/window
While driving 60 mph passenger's side air bag deployed. vehicle was towed by the insurance company to a garage. mechanic had not determined the problem . *Ak
- Electrical system
Consumer called complaining about having track control system problems. vehicle failed and manufacturer was not able to let her know why this happened. *ak the traction off light appeared on the main cluster. The consumer tried to depress the traction button and it would not turn traction on again. Bpmv IS shorted.*ts *jb
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10170494This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
- 10138060This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10017568Intermittent chuggle or fishbite on light acceleration or a highway speeds with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs).
- 10012148New rear main seal and special tool for installation.
- 10008471New upper intake manifold and gasket kits.
- 6089996Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60 or 4t60-e transxales may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that IS noticeable when in park on incline.
- 634813Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak.
- 620835Experiencing excessive engine coolant consumption, or an engine coolant leak near or under the throttle body area of the upper intake manifold.
- 619370Owners of some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3T40, 4T60, 4t60-e or 4t65-e transaxles may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that IS noticeable when standing in park on a hill or slope with the engine running and the parking brake not applied.
- 619177Some owners may comment on a repeat engine oil pan leak.
- 619176Engine coolant consumption or coolant leak (inspect for material degradation/replace intake manifolds) updated 11/02/07
- 603085Some customers may comment that there IS corrosion ( rust ) appearing on the left and /or right rocker panel(s).
- 602983Concerns of door handles on white painted vehicles truning yellow.
- 602751Some customers may comment that the vehicle
- 601394Some customers may comment that the cupholder does not stay latched.
- 601052Experiencing a transaxle gear whine noise on coast down or light acceleration between 20 and 40 mph.
- 445802ABS adn traction off indicator lamps come on.
- 54421Experience a transaxle gear whine noise on coast down or light acceleration.
- 54328Experiencing intermittent steering column snap or click noise when turning.
- 54327Comments of an engine oil leak that appears to originate toward the driver's side of the vehicle; rear of engine.
- 54285Experiencing a transaxle gear whine noise on coast down or light acceleration.
- 54065Comments on inoperative power door locks (front and/or rear doors).
- 53015When brakes are depressed force or engine load may affect and cause various noises.
- 52603Intermittent a/c system thump noise on initial start up from front passenger side floor panel (replace accumulator).
- 52600Cln indicator appears on radio display and does not turn off (reset cln indicator with the eject button on tape).
- 52567Driveline vibration over 37 mph (replace prom).
- 52564Excessive vibration of electrochromic inside rearview mirror.
- 51497Cold start rattle noise (diagnosis/service procedure).
- 51296Intermittent neutral or loss of drive at highway speeds or from fourth gear (replace control valve body assembly).
- 50571Cold start rattle noise.
- 45881Grinding and/or growling noise in park on incline.*sd
- 45850Popping/fluttering/ticking/spark knock/clunking noise while driving up medium grades or accelerating from a stop (replace exhaust seal or right exhaust manifold).*sd
- 45847Coolant leak near belt tensioner assembly 9replace o-rings on heater coolant bypass inlet pipe assembly).
- 45819Intermittent dead battery (repair trunk lamp ground to body(.
- 43039Unknown
- 43036Unknown
- 39723General motors has determined that certain 1995 oldsmobile 88 and 98 model vehicles equipped with a 3800 series II engine (pro L36), may have a deceleration stall under certain specific conditions. This could result in loss of power steering assist, generator and power braking assist. To prevent this condition from occurring, dealers are to replace suspect mem-cal of the powertrain control module (pcm) with a mem-cal of an improved design.
- 39308Cold start rattle noise.
- 39276Defroster grill warpage.
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