CarRecallWatchThe 1984 Oldsmobile 88 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (3 reports).
1984 Oldsmobile 88 recalls
Most common 1984 Oldsmobile 88 problems
Problem areas named in the 9 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
THE OVERHEAD UPHOLSTER HAD DROPPED DOWN AND PARTICLES OF GLUE, DUST AND CLOTH WERE FALLING ON THE CONSUMERS SKIN CAUSING ITCHING AND SORES. *YH
CRUISE CONTROL SERVO SLIPPED OUT OF PLACE WHEN UNEXPECTED, CAUSING INCREASE IN SPEED. DRIVER COULD NOT STOP VEHICLE, RESULTED IN ACCIDENT. RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE. *AK *ML
SEAT BELT RETRACTOR IS LOCKED, AND IT WON'T RELEASE THE SEAT. CONSUMER FEELS THIS IS UNSAFE BECAUSE THERE IS NO WAY TO RESTRAIN CHILD. *AK
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED ENGINE FIRE (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). *MJS
THE VEHICLE'S SPEED REDUCED WHEN THE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN. *AK
1984 Oldsmobile 88 questions
Does the 1984 Oldsmobile 88 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1984 Oldsmobile 88: Vehicle Speed Control; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages; Vehicle Speed Control:Linkages. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1984 Oldsmobile 88?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (3), Seat Belts (2), Steering (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1984 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.