CarRecallWatchThe 1991 Oldsmobile 88 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6 reports).
1991 Oldsmobile 88 recalls
Most common 1991 Oldsmobile 88 problems
Problem areas named in the 16 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 |
| Parking Brake | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1986 OLDSMOBILE DELTA 88 ROYALE (N/A). THE CONTACT STATED THAT VEHICLE EXHIBITED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO DRIVE INTO A BUSY INTERSECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DEFECT WAS CAUSED BY CARBON BUILD-UP IN THE THROTTLE BODY. THE THROTTLE BODY WAS CLEANED AND THE AIR FILTER WAS REPLACED. THE DEFECT WAS REMEDIED. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000.
RECALL 91V167000 CONCERNING PARKING BRAKE LEAVER ASSEMBLY: AT THE TIME OF VEHICLE INSPECTION CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY LEAVER WAS ON RECALL. THE LEAVER WAS RELEASING, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL WHEN ON AN INCLINE. *AK
THE FUEL TANK METER LINES WERE RUSTED CAUSING GASOLINE TO LEAK. *MJS
THE LOCK TO THE PARKING BRAKE DOES NOT ENGAGE WHEN THE PARKING BRAKE IS APPLIED. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS SITTING THE BRAKE WILL RELEASE ON ITS OWN, AND SOMETIMES IT RELEASES SOON AS IT'S APPLIED. BRAKE MAY NOT HOLD VEHICLE. THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
TWO BRAKE FAILURES ON HIGHWAY, ONCE RESULTING IN A COLLISION. *AK
1991 Oldsmobile 88 questions
Does the 1991 Oldsmobile 88 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1991 Oldsmobile 88: Parking Brake:Conventional:Mechanical. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Oldsmobile 88?
Based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6), Parking Brake (3), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1991 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.