Table 1 shows seven common power train related problems of the 1999 Oldsmobile 88. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission not engage (one problem).
Request for compensation for engine failure as a result of a defective plastic intake manifold. Coolant leaked into the engine which was caused by the main bearing seizing. Recall# 04v090000. The initial diagnosis was that the seal under the plastic plenum was defective. Read details...
There is an unusual sound coming from front door when turning, and brakes lock up. Consumer states that transmission does not always engage when in reverse and forward after some stops. Read details...
On occasional hard acceleration the vehicle shudders and does not accelerate. This has caused safety concerns when merging with traffic. It can also shudder at part throttle but that's more of an annoyance than safety issue. Read details...