Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||||
| 536506A | 06/01/1997 | 53-65-06 | 52567 | Driveline vibration over 37 mph (replace prom). *tw | 08/14/1997 |
| CMP/95C11O1 | 12/01/1994 | 39723 | General motors has determined that certain 1995 oldsmobile 88 and 98 model vehicles equipped with a 3800 series ii engine (pro l36), may have a deceleration stall under certain specific conditions. this could result in loss of power steer | 11/01/1995 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 06/01/2004 | 1 | 10/28/1995 | |
| Problems with check engine light illuminating, tail light popped out, as well as the vehicle stalled 9 times.*mr the a/c did not work. the dealer replaced the air compressor and dryer. the dealer was unable to duplicate the stalling concerns but they did replaced the d.i.s module and the ecm to correct code po705. a few days later the vehicle stalled while stopped at a signal. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. *nm | |||
| 10/01/2003 | 49826 | 1 | 01/18/1996 |
| Consumer called complaining about having track control system problems. vehicle failed and manufacturer was not able to let her know why this happened. *ak the traction off light appeared on the main cluster. the consumer tried to depress the traction button and it would not turn traction on again. bpmv is shorted.*ts *jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||
| 08/01/2000 | 5 | 04/01/1995 | |
| The battery cables that connect to the positive side of the battery come loose. the car engine stops running immediately. the cable bolt was tightened and the car was started ok. the cables coming loose happen a total of 5 times before the problem was traced to the battery cables. the cables have 'teeth' stamped in them when manufactured. these teeth are supposed to keep the cables from moving and loosening. the teeth corrode down over time and loose their grip on the battery and spacer. these cables should be replaced every 50-60000 miles to prevent this from happening. | |||
| 11/06/1998 | 1 | 09/01/1995 | |
| There have been too many other problems with vehicle to list | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 02/28/1999 | 07/01/1995 | ||
| Engine sputtered and was unable to accelerate. dealer found failed wiring in system spark plug lines, causing plug failure and need to replace all lines. no accident, but i believe condition could have led to engine failure under dangerous conditions. | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||
| 11/05/1999 | 04/01/1995 | ||
| The emc had to be replaced and the fuel pump had to be replaced. we feel that these problems should not happen at this low milage. | |||
| 07/16/1997 | |||
| The computer system was replaced because the vehicle died out without warning on the interstate at the speed of 60-65 mph. please describe details. *ak | |||
| 12/01/1994 | 8 | ||
| Computer failed, causing vehicle to stall while decelerating. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 01/01/2001 | |||
| Electrical short causes wiring harness to be burned up and melt most of the wiring. dealer was not notified at this time. feel free to provide any further information.*ak | |||