1982 Oldsmobile 88 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1982 Oldsmobile 88 recalls

Most common 1982 Oldsmobile 88 problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	4
Structure	2
Suspension	2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	2
Electrical System	1

What owners report

2011-09-01, Fuel System, Gasoline
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1982 OLDSMOBILE DELTA 88 EQUIPPED WITH A SPECTRA FUEL TANK. WHILE REFUELING THE FUEL TANK, FUEL OVERFLOWED ONTO THE GROUND. THE MANUFACTURER SUGGESTED THAT THE CONTACT HAVE THE FUEL TANK REPLACED BUT THE CONTACT DENIED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 117,000. UPDATED 10/4/11 *CN THE CONSUMER STATED ON AUGUST 6, 2011, HE PURCHASED A NEW SPECTRA GAS TANK. AFTER INSTALLING THE TANK, HE WENT TO THE GAS STATION. WHEN THE PUMP HANDLE WAS PULLED , IT WOULD SHUT OFF AND GAS WOULD SPLASH BACK ON THE CONSUMER. UPDATED 02/01/12

2000-11-28, Engine And Engine Cooling
TIMING CHAIN FAILED. *MJS

1997-04-24, Structure
BUMPER MOUNTINGS DETERIORATED, CAUSING BUMPER TO FALL OFF.

1982 Oldsmobile 88 questions

Does the 1982 Oldsmobile 88 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1982 Oldsmobile 88: Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1982 Oldsmobile 88?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (4), Structure (2), Suspension (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1982 Oldsmobile 88 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.