Electrical System Problems of Oldsmobile 88

Oldsmobile 88 owners have reported 2 problems related to electrical system (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Electrical System problem of the 1996 Oldsmobile 88

Failure Date: 04/16/2005

After starting the vehicle consumer heard a loud popping noise, and noticed smoke coming from under the hood. Consumer opened the hood, and saw that the engine was on fire. The local fire department arrived to extinguish the fire. The cause of the fire was not determined. Dealer and the manufacturer were not notified.

See all problems of the 1996 Oldsmobile 88 🔎.

2 Electrical System problem of the 1999 Oldsmobile 88

Failure Date: 05/08/2004

The vehicle's rear power window wire harness caught fire without warning. The cause has yet to be determined. Please provide additional information.

See all problems of the 1999 Oldsmobile 88 🔎.

Other Common Electrical System related problems of Oldsmobile 88

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Ignition problems	7
Alternator/generator/regulator problems	7
Starter problems	5
Underhood Wiring problems	4
Horn Assembly problems	4
Anti-theft Controller problems	3
Ignition Switch problems	3
Wiring problems	3
Ignition Module problems	3
Dash Wiring problems	2

Switch Make:

Switch Model:

☘ 88 Service Bulletins

⚑ 88 Safety Recalls

☤ 88 Defect Investigations