MYRModel Year Report

1982 Oldsmobile 88

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1982 Oldsmobile 88
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:55:55.921Z

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1982

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1981: 4 complaints 1982: 3 complaints 1982 3 1984: 9 complaints 1985: 7 complaints 1986: 19 complaints 1987: 18 complaints 1988: 40 complaints 1988 1989: 27 complaints 1990: 24 complaints 1991: 16 complaints 1991 1992: 74 complaints 1993: 74 complaints 1994: 63 complaints 1994 1995: 117 complaints 1996: 92 complaints 1997: 101 complaints 1997 1998: 164 complaints 1999: 77 complaints 2000: 0 complaints 2000
1981: 4 complaints 1982: 3 complaints 1982 3 1984: 9 complaints 1985: 7 complaints 1986: 19 complaints 1986 1987: 18 complaints 1988: 40 complaints 1988 1989: 27 complaints 1990: 24 complaints 1990 1991: 16 complaints 1992: 74 complaints 1992 1993: 74 complaints 1994: 63 complaints 1994 1995: 117 complaints 1996: 92 complaints 1996 1997: 101 complaints 1998: 164 complaints 1998 1999: 77 complaints 2000: 0 complaints 2000
1981: 4 complaints 1981 1982: 3 complaints 1982 3 1984: 9 complaints 1984 1985: 7 complaints 1985 1986: 19 complaints 1986 1987: 18 complaints 1987 1988: 40 complaints 1988 1989: 27 complaints 1989 1990: 24 complaints 1990 1991: 16 complaints 1991 1992: 74 complaints 1992 1993: 74 complaints 1993 1994: 63 complaints 1994 1995: 117 complaints 1995 1996: 92 complaints 1996 1997: 101 complaints 1997 1998: 164 complaints 1998 1999: 77 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2000

1982: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19814
19823
19849
19857
198619
198718
198840
198927
199024
199116
199274
199374
199463
1995117
199692
1997101
1998164
199977
20000

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine and engine cooling

3 of 3 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and catalytic convertor.

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Ignition system problems, replaced cap, rotor and wiring.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-28

Also filed under Electrical system

Suspension

2 of 3 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing stabilizer bar and torsion bar.

Structure

2 of 3 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing bumpers.

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Bumper mountings deteriorated, causing bumper to fall off.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-04-24

Service brakes

2 of 3 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Fuel system, gasoline

2 of 3 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

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Tl* the contact owns a 1982 Oldsmobile delta 88 equipped with a spectra fuel tank. While refueling the fuel tank, fuel overflowed onto the ground. The manufacturer suggested that the contact have the fuel tank replaced but the contact denied.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-09-01

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1982-02-18Fuel system, gasoline82V012000 Under certain vehicle operating conditions, the governor weight retainer in the injection pump may fail. The throttle valve could stick, preventing return to idle and shut down of the engine by the…

    Remedy: Dealer will replace the governor weight assembly in the injection pump at no cost to owner.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1982 Oldsmobile 88 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 82V012000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1982 Oldsmobile 88 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1982 Oldsmobile 88?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1982 Oldsmobile 88 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.