Table 1 shows seven common power train related problems of the 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission failure (four problems).
Vehcile shutters when trying to take off from a stop, consumer took vehicle to a mechanic, and he said it was a transmission problem. Read details...
Transmission failed due to valve body wear at 47,667 miles (was told defective valve body). Transmission replaced - it was not covered under warranty. Read details...
Total transmission failure at 55 mph. Transmission failed completely while in the midst of traffic at 55 mph without any warning. There was no noises no slipping or any other indications. One minute everything was fine and all of a sudden the vehicle stops moving. Read details...