Two problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 1998 Oldsmobile Regency. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The vehicle had to be towed, due to a failed transmission.
Intermittently when the vehicle is put into reverse it spins like it's in neutral. The dealer states that when the vehicle is in reverse, it goes passed the detent, causing the vehicle to spin. The manufacturer has been notified.
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Noises During Shifting problems |