CarRecallWatchThe 1996 Oldsmobile 98 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (4 reports).
1996 Oldsmobile 98 recalls
Most common 1996 Oldsmobile 98 problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 1996 Oldsmobile 98. The contact stated while driving at 10-15 MPH, the driver's side air bag deployed inadvertently. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road. The vehicle was drivable; however, the contact's boyfriend pushed the vehicle in the nearby parking lot with assistance of a bystander. The vehicle was towed to the residence of the contact's friend. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 230,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER AS NOTED ON OTHER MODELS IS DEFECTIVE IN THIS MODEL BUT IS NOT LISTED WITH GM FOR THIS VIN. THEIR IS NO SECURITY WARNING CHIME WHEN "KEY IN THE IGNITION" IN THE OFF POSITION AND DOOR OPEN. HOWEVER, THE SEATBELT WARNING CHIME DOES WORK. *TR
INAPPROPRIATE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. AUTO MOVING AT 5 TO 10 MILES PER HOUR, NO COLLISION WITH ANYTHING AND THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. UPPER BODY INJURIES, WENT TO HOSPITAL. AUTO TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. *TR
UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE IT IWAS MISSING LIKE A SPARK PLUG IF IWAS NOT FIRING. THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT VERY ISSUE. HOWEVER, CONSUMER CONTACTED GMC, AND WAS TOLD THAT WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *AK
SEAT BELTS ARE TOO SHORT FOR PROPER USE.
1996 Oldsmobile 98 questions
Does the 1996 Oldsmobile 98 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1996 Oldsmobile 98: Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System; Electrical System:Ignition:Anti-Theft:Control Module. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Oldsmobile 98?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (4), Electrical System (4), Seat Belts (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Oldsmobile 98 has been fixed?
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