CarRecallWatchThe 1990 Oldsmobile 88 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (5 reports).
1990 Oldsmobile 88 recalls
Most common 1990 Oldsmobile 88 problems
Problem areas named in the 24 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
DT: 1990 OLDSMOBILE DELTA 88. THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT DOES NOT STAY CLOSED. THE CONTACT CALLED OLDSMOBILE, AND THEY STATED SEAT BELTS WOULD NOT GET FIXED BECAUSE IT WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT YET BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM OCCURRED FOR A MONTH. THE SEAT BELT DID NOT WORK. THE CONTACT HAD TO PUT HIS SEA BELT INTO THE PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELT. *AK
THE REAR BRAKE LINE BROKE RENDERING THE VEHICLE WITH NO BRAKES. *PH *JB
HAS ANYONE COMPLAINED THAT THE SEAT BELTS ON THE 1990 OLDSMOBILE 88 ROYALE? THEY ALWAYS LAY ACROSS THE OCCUPANTS NECK? IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT, I THINK YOU MIGHT BE HURT MORE IF YOU HAD THE BELT ON BECAUSE OF ITS POSITION. I THINK IT COULD BREAK YOUR NECK! IN ADDITION, IT MIGHT CUT INTO YOUR NECK IF YOU STOP SHORT AND ARE FORCED FORWARD. THE PERSON'S HEIGHT DOES NOT MATTER; BECAUSE IT WORKS ITS WAY TOWARDS YOUR NECK ON EVERYONE. THEY ARE NOT ADJUSTABLE ON THIS MODEL OF CAR. IS OLDSMOBILE AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM, AND WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT IT? THOMAS FIORENZE TS
HOOD STRUTS FAIL TO HOLD ESPECIALLY IN COLDER WEATHER, ENGINE TENDS TO STALL ON RIGHT-TURN HIGHWAY ON-RAMPS OR SHARP RIGHT TURNS WITH 5 GALLONS OR LESS IN THE TANK, (ORIGINAL) SILVER PAINT IS PEELING BADLY FROM ENGINE HOOD AND BEGINNING NOW ON ROOF AS WELL. *AK
DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE RELEASES UNEXPECTEDLY, WHICH WONT PROTECT OCCUPANT IN EVENT OF A CRASH. *AK
1990 Oldsmobile 88 questions
Does the 1990 Oldsmobile 88 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1990 Oldsmobile 88: Exterior Lighting:Headlights:High/Low Beam Dimmer Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Oldsmobile 88?
Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (5), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (4), Electrical System (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 1990 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.