Table 1 shows two common visibility related problems of the 1999 Oldsmobile 88.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Window problems | |
| Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problems |
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. The check engine light had come on within two blocks of leaving the service dealer. They found that coolant leaked into the engine again and the warped plastic plenum would not seal against the manifold. The consumer stated the vehicle needed other repairs such as a replacement motor for the passenger's window, power steering hose which was leaking, a rear wheel cylinder and a new transmission.
While driving in a rain storm on a 2 way highway at 50 mph windshield wipers suddenly quit working. This resulted in the driver not being able to see. Consumer had to drive at 5 mph, and use the yellow medium line to guide him until he got to a turn off. Dealership indicated that the circuit board was bad, and needed to be replaced.