Visibility Related Problems of the 1997 Oldsmobile 88

Table 1 shows five common visibility related problems of the 1997 Oldsmobile 88. The number one most common problem is related to the windshield wiper/washer (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the defogger heater (one problem).

Table 1. Visibility related problems of Oldsmobile 88


Recently reported Visibility problems of the 1997 Oldsmobile 88

The Windshield Wiper/washer problem

When the windshield washer is activated, the wipers sometimes fail to come on and the washer fluid continues to spray on the windshield, obscuring vision . Frantic manipulation of the control results in a return to normal operation. A serious accident could result from this failure.   Read details...

The Defogger Heater problem

The radiator and water pump failed prematurely due to corrosion, also the heater core failed.   Read details...

The Power Window problem

Right front door caught on fire (unable to unlock door), possible power window failure cause of fire.   Read details...


Visibility related problems in other Oldsmobile 88 model year vehicles:



88 Service Bulletins
88 Safety Recalls
88 Defect Investigations