Table 1 shows eight common electrical system related problems of the 1996 Oldsmobile 88. The number one most common problem is related to the anti-theft controller (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the wiring (two problems).
Consumer's vehicle experienced the same problem as described in recall 95v204000 concerning ignition anti theft controller. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. Read details...
Short in wiring for heating/air conditioning system. Heater/air conditioner/rear defrost would be working & then stop. Would start working again intermittently - minutes, hours, days later. Took it to a shop & found that there was a short & the wire was burnt. Should have smelled smoke. Read details...
Alarm system will come and off without prior warning and wear the battery down, making it impossible for vehicle to start. Read details...