Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 1996 Oldsmobile 88. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission torque converter (one problem).
Consumer stated the fuel sending unit was leaking fuel, vehicle was taken to auto tech where they verified the problem (pinpoint holes in sending unit), and repaired it, upon inspection consumer was made aware of the front brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced the engine was leaking oil, the Read details...
Car lost power on the freeway causing a hazardous situation. Repairs consisted of rebuild of transmission, replacement of torque converter, modulator, shaft output, clutch drum which totaled $2600. Dt Read details...
Automatic transmission slips out of drive position into neutral unexpectedly while driving which may cause a crash. There is a TSB on it, but the manufacturer stated it did not apply to this vehicle. Please provide further information. Read details...