CarRecallWatchThe 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 83 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 1 fire, 10 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (28 reports).
1996 Oldsmobile Ciera recalls
Most common 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera problems
Problem areas named in the 83 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 28 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 15 |
| Power Train | 12 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Visibility | 3 |
What owners report
LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET LEAK INTO OIL
HEAD GASKET LEAKED. CONSUMER INDICATED THAT WHEN HE WENT INTO GARAGE THERE WAS WATER ON THE FLOOR. CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE CHECKED OUT BY MECHANIC, WHO DETERMINED THERE WAS A HEAD GASKET LEAK. CONSUMER WAS QUOTED A PRICE TO HAVE VEHICLE REPAIRED. CONSUMER FELT THAT OLDSMOBILE SHOULD REPAIR THE PROBLEM FREE OF CHARGE SINCE THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE.*AK
LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET LEAK ON GM 3.1 L V6. *NLM
THE ENGINE STOPPED WORKING IN DECEMBER OF 2002. WHICH HAD TO BE REPLACED. *JB
THE CAR WAS HIT FROM BEHIND WHILE STOPPED AND THE SEAT AND SHOULDER BELTS DID NOT HOLD US IN PLACE. DT
1996 Oldsmobile Ciera questions
Does the 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera: Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera?
Based on 83 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (28), Engine And Engine Cooling (15), Power Train (12).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera 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.