Radiator problems of the 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva

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

1 Radiator problem

Failure Date: 09/30/1999

Received recall notice #97v05900 for under hood fuse. Contacted dealer, who in turn, contacted manufacturer. Was informed no recall for fuse center located on vehicle by VIN #. Vehicle was not repaired. Also, other problems included: ignition coil burned out completely, causing spark plugs to go bad/had water pump & thermostat replaced/cross caster at permanent right angle which caused vehicle to pull right, and front brakes went completely out, calipers/rotors were not replaced, and ,problem still exists.

2 Radiator problem

Failure Date: 10/02/1998

Ignition coil completely burned causing spark plugs to go bad sooner than needed. The crank shaft, water pump & thermostat had to be replaced. The cross caster is at permanent right angle which causes vehicle to pull right. No front brakes. Calipers & rotors were replaced, but not corrected. Right rear door misaligned, causing difficulty closing, right passenger door does not lock properly due to faulty motor. Underhood fuse recall, repairs have not been completed.




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