Oldsmobile 98 1987
Model 98 made in 1987 by Oldsmobile got 25 consumer complains there are 6 investigations as well as 4 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to communications, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. The car had some investigations: service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, fuel system, gasoline and service brakes, hydraulic.
Model 1987
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | ||||||||||||||||
| 87V135000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1986 to 05/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 479715 | 09/16/1987 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 09/01/1987 | 09/03/1987 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | An in line fusible link may melt down and cause a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The in line fusible link located in the area of theplastic windshield washer bottle bracket may, under a high resistance load,melt down and ignite the washer bottle bracket resulting in an enginecompartment fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The windshield washer bottle bracket will be replaced. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: electrical/in line fusible link.vehicle description: passenger cars | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E043000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 88303 | 10/18/2006 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/19/2006 | 05/22/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on document search and then bus applications). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1). | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | ||||||||||||||||
| 87V093000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 06/01/1985 to 09/01/1986 | V (Vehicle) | 6004 | 07/10/1987 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 06/23/1987 | 06/24/1987 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The anti lock brake system (abs) pressure/warning switch may exhibit brake fluid seepage which eventually can lead to loss of the brake system hydraulic pump motor. additionally, the hydraulic pump motor and abs electrical relays may have been exposed to water contamination during vehicle assembly. this condition can cause loss of the hydraulic pump motor and/or loss of the abs function. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Loss of the hydraulic pump motor would result in a totalloss of rear brakes as well as power assist to the front brakes. the red brakewarning light would illuminate and stay on. if this warning is not heeded, aloss of rear brakes at a time when minimum stopping distance is required couldresult in a vehicle crash. an inoperative abs electrical relay could causeloss of the abs function, but normal power assisted braking would be retained.the amber anti lock warning light would illuminate and stay on. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The abs and hydraulic pump motor electrical relays and 30 amp fuses will be replaced. in addition, the hydraulic pump motor assembly and pressure/warning switch will be inspected and, if required, replaced. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes.vehicle description: passenger cars with anti lock brakes. | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL | ||||||||||||||||
| 88V080000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 04/01/1987 to 06/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 35057 | 05/20/1988 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/16/1988 | 05/18/1988 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Excessive accelerator cable friction may restrict the cables free movement between the accelerator pedal and the throttle body. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could prevent throttle from returning to closed(idle) position when accelerator pedal is released; thus, engine speed wouldnot decrease, and loss of accelerator control could result in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace accelerator cable. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: accelerator cable.vehicle description: passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| PE89098 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/10/1989 | 05/17/1989 | ANTI LOCK BRAKES | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA89028 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 07/28/1989 | 07/27/1990 | REAR BRAKE PIN | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| EA88031 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/22/1988 | 10/23/1989 | SUDDEN ACCELERATION | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA88010 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 11/30/1987 | 10/31/1989 | THROTTLE CONTROL | 88V080000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA87022 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 08/27/1987 | 11/27/1991 | STALLING | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| C89001 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/06/1989 | 01/16/1990 | THROTTLE NON-RETURN | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNICATIONS - HORN ASSEMBLY | |||
| 03/03/2003 | 1 | ||
| Nar 03-25-2003. *mr. several parts on the vehicle failed such as 2 egr valves, idle passage switch, power antenna, transmission gasket, cv boot, automatic air condition control unit, radio speakers, cruise control, random stalling, cracked radiator, water pump, the right rear brake spring, wheel alignment did not hold, air condition did not work due to a freon leak, head light adjusting screw broke, tie rods, battery cables, gas gauge broke, catalytic converter broke, the horn was hard to push. *jb | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 10/01/2000 | 26 | 01/01/2000 | |
| Oldsmobile has refused to do anything for this failure even though they know that the failure is caused by bad manufacturing on their part. the vehicle was never brought in to a dealer for repair during the time that the warranty was in effect since no failures were noted at that time/would appreciate hearing from a real warm body who cares about the products placed into service . when this fails at 70 mph in heavy traffic the urge to get to .some one in oldsmobile that knows anything at all about safety is overpowering. *ak | |||
| 07/01/2000 | 25 | 01/01/2000 | |
| Car dies at highway speeds - service persons can not find failure. very dagerous when traveling at high speed in heavy (five lanes of vehicles)traffic. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 03/03/2003 | 1 | ||
| Nar 03-25-2003. *mr. several parts on the vehicle failed such as 2 egr valves, idle passage switch, power antenna, transmission gasket, cv boot, automatic air condition control unit, radio speakers, cruise control, random stalling, cracked radiator, water pump, the right rear brake spring, wheel alignment did not hold, air condition did not work due to a freon leak, head light adjusting screw broke, tie rods, battery cables, gas gauge broke, catalytic converter broke, the horn was hard to push. *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 02/01/2000 | 1 | 10/29/1990 | |
| Steel engine mounts rusted through, causing rear cradle bolt to shear off and engine to fall out unexpectedly which may have caused a crash. *ak engine mounting cradle has not failed but mechanic tells to consumer it may fail, and checks it regulary. *yh | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||
| 03/03/2003 | 1 | ||
| Nar 03-25-2003. *mr. several parts on the vehicle failed such as 2 egr valves, idle passage switch, power antenna, transmission gasket, cv boot, automatic air condition control unit, radio speakers, cruise control, random stalling, cracked radiator, water pump, the right rear brake spring, wheel alignment did not hold, air condition did not work due to a freon leak, head light adjusting screw broke, tie rods, battery cables, gas gauge broke, catalytic converter broke, the horn was hard to push. *jb | |||
| EQUIPMENT | |||
| 03/03/2003 | 1 | ||
| Nar 03-25-2003. *mr. several parts on the vehicle failed such as 2 egr valves, idle passage switch, power antenna, transmission gasket, cv boot, automatic air condition control unit, radio speakers, cruise control, random stalling, cracked radiator, water pump, the right rear brake spring, wheel alignment did not hold, air condition did not work due to a freon leak, head light adjusting screw broke, tie rods, battery cables, gas gauge broke, catalytic converter broke, the horn was hard to push. *jb | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 03/03/2003 | 1 | ||
| Nar 03-25-2003. *mr. several parts on the vehicle failed such as 2 egr valves, idle passage switch, power antenna, transmission gasket, cv boot, automatic air condition control unit, radio speakers, cruise control, random stalling, cracked radiator, water pump, the right rear brake spring, wheel alignment did not hold, air condition did not work due to a freon leak, head light adjusting screw broke, tie rods, battery cables, gas gauge broke, catalytic converter broke, the horn was hard to push. *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 10/12/1998 | 10 | 09/01/1987 | |
| Vehicle stalls unpredictably and at any speed. ecm replaced - no change | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||
| 01/21/1996 | |||
| Failure on the rear passenger side door, door cannot open on the inside or the outside of the vehicle. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 03/03/2003 | 1 | ||
| Nar 03-25-2003. *mr. several parts on the vehicle failed such as 2 egr valves, idle passage switch, power antenna, transmission gasket, cv boot, automatic air condition control unit, radio speakers, cruise control, random stalling, cracked radiator, water pump, the right rear brake spring, wheel alignment did not hold, air condition did not work due to a freon leak, head light adjusting screw broke, tie rods, battery cables, gas gauge broke, catalytic converter broke, the horn was hard to push. *jb | |||
| 05/29/1996 | 9 | ||
| Transmission failed. *sd | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 03/28/1990 | 1 | ||
| The seat belt buckle had to be replaced because it would not latch. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 08/18/1997 | 4 | ||
| Brake failure. was informed that recall #87v093000 does not cover this vehicle. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 05/07/1997 | 2 | ||
| Abs brakes failed prior to recall, recall repairs refused due to make/model (87v-093). *ak | |||
| 06/01/1992 | 9 | 06/13/1992 | |
| Prolonged braking, in stop and go traffic, causes abs and brake alarm lights to come on and stay on unil engine is shut off. little to no hydraulic braking is available when brake light is on and soon fail if brake pedal is applied hard. | |||
| 06/06/1995 | 1 | ||
| Driving along in the shopping center tried to stop and anti-lock brakes were gone. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 06/06/1995 | 1 | ||
| Repaired master cylinder. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||
| 06/06/1995 | 1 | ||
| Repaired power brakes. 8ak | |||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||
| In cold weather the steering is hard turning until it get warm . tt | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | |||
| 03/03/2003 | 1 | ||
| Nar 03-25-2003. *mr. several parts on the vehicle failed such as 2 egr valves, idle passage switch, power antenna, transmission gasket, cv boot, automatic air condition control unit, radio speakers, cruise control, random stalling, cracked radiator, water pump, the right rear brake spring, wheel alignment did not hold, air condition did not work due to a freon leak, head light adjusting screw broke, tie rods, battery cables, gas gauge broke, catalytic converter broke, the horn was hard to push. *jb | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 03/20/2000 | 1 | ||
| Excessive play in steering column. problem may be related to tilt steering mechanism. i was told by a repair shop that the anchor bolts securing the steering column have come loose and would need to be retightened. i was also told that this is a common problem on this type of vehicle. | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 03/03/2003 | 1 | ||
| Nar 03-25-2003. *mr. several parts on the vehicle failed such as 2 egr valves, idle passage switch, power antenna, transmission gasket, cv boot, automatic air condition control unit, radio speakers, cruise control, random stalling, cracked radiator, water pump, the right rear brake spring, wheel alignment did not hold, air condition did not work due to a freon leak, head light adjusting screw broke, tie rods, battery cables, gas gauge broke, catalytic converter broke, the horn was hard to push. *jb | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 01/07/1999 | |||
| While coming out of a parking stop throttle got stuck, resulting in sudden acceleration, which caused vehicle to go down an embankment. cause unknown. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL | |||
| 03/03/2003 | 1 | ||
| Nar 03-25-2003. *mr. several parts on the vehicle failed such as 2 egr valves, idle passage switch, power antenna, transmission gasket, cv boot, automatic air condition control unit, radio speakers, cruise control, random stalling, cracked radiator, water pump, the right rear brake spring, wheel alignment did not hold, air condition did not work due to a freon leak, head light adjusting screw broke, tie rods, battery cables, gas gauge broke, catalytic converter broke, the horn was hard to push. *jb | |||