1993 Oldsmobile 98
Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1993
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1993: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 49 |
| 1992 | 38 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
3 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Structure
2 of 13 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and hinge and attachments.
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When accelerating to enter a highway, there was a loud "Clunk" And all control was lost as I entered the high speed lane. The engine quit, no brakes and the steering wheel just turned freely and the car rolled to a stop in the high speed lane.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-20
Rubber door gaskets leaked.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-12-10
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 13 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
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While driving the consumer was informed by a passing motorist that her vehicle was in fire. The consumer and passenger were able to escape the vehicle with help from the passerby.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-11-03
Air bags
2 of 13 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
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The driver side air bag deployed randomly while I was driving. The vehicle did not strike any object nor did it hit any bump in the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-13
Vehicle speed control
1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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Vehicle experiences surging problems.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-02
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1996-03-22Power train96V015000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles manufactured from August 1991 through July 1995. The transmission oil cooler line can separate when the vehicle is operated in low temperatures in…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission oil cooler lines.
Buy-smart checklist
1993 Oldsmobile 98 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 96V015000 · Power train
FAQ
- Is the 1993 Oldsmobile 98 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 1993 Oldsmobile 98?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1993 Oldsmobile 98 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.