CarRecallWatchThe 1986 Oldsmobile Calais has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (4 reports).
1986 Oldsmobile Calais recalls
Most common 1986 Oldsmobile Calais problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR. I BOUGHT IT USED 2 YEARS AGO FOR $1000.00 AND HAVE SPEND CLOSE TO $2000.00 JUST KEEPING THE THING RUNNING. I NOW AM IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING THE ELECTRIC COMPUTER MODULAR AND THAT IS COSTING ME ANOTHER $440.00 AND NOT THERE IS A LOUD GRINDING AND BANGING COMING FROM THE FRONT END WHEN I DRIVE IT. I HEARD THAT THIS CAR WAS A GOOD MODEL AND FOUND OUT ON MY OWN IT IS A NIGHTMARE ON WHEELS. I AM A SINGLE MOTHER, STUDENT WITH NOT MUCH MONEY AND I DEPEND ON A RELIABLE CAR . THIS MODEL HAS SPENT MORE TIME PARKED THAN IT HAS BEEN DRIVEN. I WOULD LOVE TO SET THIS CAR ON FIRE IT HAS MADE MY LIFE SO STRESSFUL. I WILL NEVER IN MY LIFE EVER OWN ANOT
AACHEN AUTO REPLACE THREE TIMES IN 2 YEARS, NOW 24 HOURS AFTER LAST REPAIR, WILL NOT REPLACE OR TOW FOR FREE. AACHEN AUTO/KEB IS AVIDING PHONE CALLS AND NOT GIVING ME AN ALTERNATIVE TOPAYING FOR THEIR FAULTY ALTENATOR AGAIN.*AK
ENGINE STALLES WHEN IT OVERHEATS. VEHICLE FAILS TO START WHEN HOT UNTIL ENGINE COOLS DOWN. ALSO, REPLACED IGNITION/COIL AND STARTER. *AK
WHILE DRIVING CAR STALLED OUT AND UPON STARTING IGNITION AGAIN ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. TT
THE FRONT BUCKLES IN THE CAR HAVE FALLEN APART AND WILL NOT LATCH. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
1986 Oldsmobile Calais questions
Does the 1986 Oldsmobile Calais have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1986 Oldsmobile Calais: Structure; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Oldsmobile Calais?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (4), Electrical System (4), Steering (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Oldsmobile Calais 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.