MYRModel Year Report

1996 Oldsmobile Aurora

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1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:37:28.552Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Oldsmobile Aurora Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1993: 1 complaints 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1995: 321 complaints 1995 1996: 100 complaints 1996 1997: 125 complaints 1997 1998: 49 complaints 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2001: 119 complaints 2001 2002: 25 complaints 2003: 7 complaints 2003
1996: 100 complaints
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YearComplaints
19931
19942
1995321
1996100
1997125
199849
199933
20004
2001119
200225
20037

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 21%

21% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 21 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 10%

10% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 10 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 7%

7% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 7 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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THERE WAS A FIRE UNDER THE SEAT, THERE WAS A SMELL OF BURNED WIRES.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030210

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 5%

5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 5 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19950922 — electrical system

THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A MALFUNCTION ALARM, LIGHTING AND LOCKING (MALL) MODULE THAT CAN CONTAIN A DAMAGED CAPACITOR. IF THE CAPACITOR IS DAMAGED, THE "KEY IN THE IGNITION" WARNING CHIME AN

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF REQUIRED, REPLACE THE MALL MODULE.

Campaign 95V204000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19960625 — SQ (open)

REAR COMPARTMENT LID ROD SEPARATION

I 19990915 — PE (closed 20000222)

REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTOR

I 20031030 — PE (closed 20040203)

FUEL RAIL LEAKAGE

I 20040203 — EA (closed 20040423)

FUEL RAIL LEAKS

R 20040602 — fuel system, gasoline

SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.0L V8 ENGINES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE NYLON TUBING USED IN THE FUEL RAIL CONSTRUCTION MAY DEGRADE AND CRACK. ADDITIONALLY, THE 1995 MODEL YEAR USES A UNI

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL WITH A NEW STAINLESS STEEL FUEL RAIL. DEALERS WILL ALSO INSTALL A REVISED CHASSIS FUEL RETURN LINE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 2, 2

Campaign 04V110000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Oldsmobile Aurora — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (21 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 95V204000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V110000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1999 ▲ 1998 ● 2001

WORST YEARS

■ 1995 ● 1997 ● 2001

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FAQ

Is the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.