One problem related to driveshaft has been reported for the 1997 Oldsmobile 88. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The car lost complete power on the highway. Started again with enough power to pull off the road. The gm dealer in traverse city mi. Stated the car needed a complete transmission and drive shaft. If this happened on a busy road, it would be very dangerous. This car was never abused and should not have this problem at 49000. Miles.