MYRModel Year Report

1996 Oldsmobile Aurora

● Typical for this model
1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:48:44.968Z

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
100
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1996

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

49% of complaints

Complaints per year

1993: 1 complaint 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1995: 322 complaints 1996: 100 complaints 1996 100 1997: 125 complaints 1998: 49 complaints 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2001: 119 complaints 2001 2002: 25 complaints 2003: 7 complaints 2003
1993: 1 complaint 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 322 complaints 1995 1996: 100 complaints 1996 100 1997: 125 complaints 1997 1998: 49 complaints 1998 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 119 complaints 2001 2002: 25 complaints 2002 2003: 7 complaints 2003
1993: 1 complaint 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 322 complaints 1995 1996: 100 complaints 1996 100 1997: 125 complaints 1997 1998: 49 complaints 1998 1999: 33 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000 2001: 119 complaints 2001 2002: 25 complaints 2002 2003: 7 complaints 2003

1996: 100 complaints

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YearComplaints
19931
19942
1995322
1996100
1997125
199849
199933
20004
2001119
200225
20037

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel system, gasoline

49% · 49 reports

Most commonly citing hoses, lines/piping, and fittings and fuel rail.

FIREINJURY
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Pulling out from the driveway, there was an explosion under the hood. Which resulted in an engine fire. Engine burned up. There was a puddle of fuel on the drive way where the vehicle was parked. The fuel rail appeared to have ruptured.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-08

Engine and engine cooling

19% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and emission control.

Electrical system

19% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and front underhood.

CRASHFIRE
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While driving 35 MPH consumer heard a loud noise from front end. Vehicle was on fire. Also, left front tire exploded in conjunction with the fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-27

There was a fire under the seat, there was a smell of burned wires.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-10

Vehicle was inspected after an accident and battery acid was found throughout the entire back interior.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-01-29

Steering

9% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and column.

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Steering failure, when driving complete loss of steering, also cut cable to the airbags and warning lights.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-10-11

Exterior lighting

9% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing headlights and tail lights.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1995-09-22Electrical system95V204000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if required, replace the mall module.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1996-06-25SQOpen Rear compartment lid rod separation
  3. I
    1999-09-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 2000-02-22 Rear seat belt retractor
  4. I
    2003-10-30Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-02-03 Fuel rail leakage
  5. I
    2004-02-03Engineering analysisClosed 2004-04-23 Fuel rail leaks
  6. R
    2004-06-02Fuel system, gasoline04V110000 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1996 Oldsmobile Aurora — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 49 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 19 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95V204000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 04V110000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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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, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

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