Power Train Problems of Oldsmobile Ciera

Oldsmobile Ciera owners have reported 12 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's transmission noise (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Power Train problems of Oldsmobile Ciera

The Automatic Transmission problem

While driving vehicle will stall out for 2 minutes and start back up, and stall back out again without any warning. Contacted dealership, cannot find problem.   Read details...

The Transmission Noise problem

Oct 99 while driving heard a noise $ vehicle started to slow down. Pulled to side of road. Contacted dealer & informed by mechanic to bring vehicle in . Had vehicle towed. Transmission's reverse went out. Transmission repair was $2,200 . This car is unsafe please recall it.   Read details...

The Axle Shaft Seal problem

Several components have prematurely deteriorated calling into question safety of other related components. The car is 3 years and 6 months old, but has less than 29,000 miles. The problems all seem to deal with rubber (or similar material) components. The engine intake manifold is leaking.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

Consumer states the service engine light illuminated without warning dealership has serviced the vehicle light anf found that the transmission had failed. Nlm   Read details...

The Driveshaft problem

The consumer has been experiencing problems believed to be associated with the driveline shaft. The vehicle vibrates tremendously after approaching 60 mph and over. The steering wheel bounces and dashboard rattles, causing it to be a distraction while driving. Manufacturer has been contacted.   Read details...




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