1992 Oldsmobile 88 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 15%of 73 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1992 Oldsmobile 88, 15% of the 73 complaints for this model year. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Consumer was traveling up a hill and transmission started slipping, vehicle had white smoke coming from rear. Consumer pulled over and lifted hood, flames were coming form beneath. Vehicle was destroyed before fire department could get there. Possible engine failure.”
NHTSA complaint #882738, filed 2001-03“Recall 96v01500/ transmisson oil cooler. But consumer's vehicle was not part of recall but was still experiencng same problem. While driving consumer noticed some smoke coming from back of vehicle. She pulled over and when coming to a complete stop, more smoke came out. But, this time from engine. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was willing to do nothing. Transmission oil cooler line separated causing fluid to spray all over hot engine. This vehicle was not included in recall.”
NHTSA complaint #879666, filed 2001-02“The consumer speedometer ia acting erratically by jumping from one speed to the next (e.g 45-50, 55-60). Also upon startup the speedometer would not move from 5 and the ses light would illuminate. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #551476, filed 2000-03“Transmission coolinglines could separate when the vehicle is operated in low temperatures. Recall remedy did not correct the problem. Please give any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #855796, filed 2000-01“Transmission failure; also, anti-lock brake sensors/front whel bearings/battery/alternator/power door locks malfunctioned and molding on top of windshield came loose.”
NHTSA complaint #511677, filed 1996-11Related recalls
- 96V015000Jan 23, 1996Vehicle description: passenger vehicles manufactured from august 1991 through july 1995. The transmission oil cooler line can separate when the vehicle is…Covers: Oldsmobile 88 1992–1993, Silhouette 1992–1995, Chevrolet Lumina APV 1992–1995 +5 more
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 8 | 10% |
| 1998 | 10 | 6% |
| 1997 | 12 | 12% |
| 1996 | 5 | 5% |
| 1995 | 4 | 3% |
| 1994 | 6 | 10% |
| 1993 | 18 | 24% |
| 1992 | 11 | 15% |
| 1991 | 1 | 6% |
| 1990 | 1 | 4% |
| 1989 | 1 | 4% |
| 1988 | 1 | 3% |
| 1986 | 2 | 11% |
Other parts of the 1992 Oldsmobile 88
27 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsFuel system
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1992 Oldsmobile 88
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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