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Oldsmobile Delta 88 Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

1 recall campaign on record across 1 model year of the Oldsmobile Delta 88. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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1
Recall Campaigns
675
Owner Complaints
71
Reported Injuries
4
Reported Deaths
1 affected model years57 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 1994

Affected Model Years

19941R · 45C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Electrical1 campaign (100%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Oldsmobile Delta 88

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
78
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
28
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
23
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
23
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
20
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
20
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
19
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
15
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
15
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
12

Based on 675 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 4 deaths and 71 injuries reported.

All Oldsmobile Delta 88 Recall Campaigns

#94V1380001994 Oldsmobile Delta 88Electrical
Issued: Feb 8, 1994

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

A SPRING IN THE HEAD LAMP PORTION OF THE HEAD PARK LAMP SWITCH CAN FAIL PREVENTING LATCHING OF THE HEAD LAMP PORTION OF THE SWITCH IN THE "ON" POSITION.

Risk: THE HEAD LAMPS WOULD NOT STAY ILLUMINATED RESULTING IN REDUCED DRIVER VISIBILITY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT HEAD/PARK LAMP SWITCH BUILD DATE CODES AND REPLACE SWITCHES WITH SUSPECT DATE CODES.

Recalls by Component

1Electrical Recalls

#94V138000MY 1994

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

A SPRING IN THE HEAD LAMP PORTION OF THE HEAD PARK LAMP SWITCH CAN FAIL PREVENTING LATCHING OF THE HEAD LAMP PORTION OF THE SWITCH IN THE "ON" POSITION.

Oldsmobile Delta 88 Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Oldsmobile Delta 88 have?
The Oldsmobile Delta 88 has 1 recall campaign in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 1994 through 1994.
Is my Delta 88 under recall?
Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.
What is the most recalled Delta 88 year?
Based on NHTSA data, the 1994 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has the highest recall campaign count (1 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.
Does a Delta 88 recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?
Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Who pays for recall repairs on a Delta 88?
The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

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