CarRecallWatchThe 1991 Oldsmobile 98 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 2 fires, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (26 reports).
1991 Oldsmobile 98 recalls
Most common 1991 Oldsmobile 98 problems
Problem areas named in the 47 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 26 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Equipment | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Visibility | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
What owners report
I SMELLED WHAT SEEMED TO BE BURNING WIRE COMING FROM INSIDE MY VEHICLE WHILE I WAS DRIVING. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. SUBSEQUENTLY, THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED WHILE I WAS OPERATING THE VEHICLE.*AK
THE BUCKLE ON THE HARNESS WILL NOT FIT INTO THE LATCH BETWEEN THE CHILD'S LEGS. CONSUMER HAS TO HOLD THE TWO SECTIONS OF THE BUCKLE TOGETHER WITH BOTH HANDS IN ORDER TO GET THE SYSTEM TO WORK. *AK
CONSUMER STATES THAT AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHED AND DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN. TS
WHILE IN MOTION DRIVING THROUGH RAIN, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL NOT GO FAST ENOUGH TO KEEP THE WINDSHIELD CLEAR. CONSUMER HAD TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD UNTIL THE RAIN SUBSIDED. *JG *YH
ANTIFREEZE IS LEAKING ONTO PASSENGER'S SIDE OF VEHICLE ON FLOOR. THERE IS ABOUT A HALF INCH OF ANTIFREEZE ON FLOOR. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK
1991 Oldsmobile 98 questions
Does the 1991 Oldsmobile 98 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1991 Oldsmobile 98: Power Train:Automatic Transmission; Parking Brake:Conventional:Mechanical. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Oldsmobile 98?
Based on 47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (26), Electrical System (11), Air Bags (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 1991 Oldsmobile 98 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.