Ignition problems of the 1997 Oldsmobile 88

Two problems related to ignition have been reported for the 1997 Oldsmobile 88. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Ignition problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2000

At 27 mph vehicle stalls. Took vehicle to dealer 4 times, cannot remedy problem.

2 Ignition problem

Spark plug wires burned out at the plug end, causing engine to misfire and buck. Delaer has replaced the ignition wires. However, the problem has reoccurred.


Other Electrical System related problems of the 1997 Oldsmobile 88



88 Service Bulletins
88 Safety Recalls
88 Defect Investigations