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1991 Oldsmobile 98 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1991 Oldsmobile 98. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1991 Oldsmobile 98 recalls, newest first

November 14, 1991NHTSA 91V1980006,866 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary
The console mounted shift lever may disengage from the shift control cable bracket causing loss of gear indicator reference and shift selector operation.
Consequence
The driver can place the gear shifter in the parkposition without setting the parking brake and the transaxle may not actually bein park, resulting in unexpected vehicle movement if the vehicle is stopped on agrade. Also, the driver can place the gear selector in drive or reverse withoutturning the engine off and the transaxle may not be in the position indicated,causing the vehicle to move in the opposite direction. Both conditions canresult in a vehicle accident without prior warning.
Remedy
Install two transaxle shift control cable retaining clips.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 23, 1991NHTSA 91V16700020,765 vehicles potentially affected

Parking brake › Conventional › Mechanical

Summary
When applied, the parking brake lever assembly may release one or more teeth, reducing the cable load to the rear brakes.
Consequence
Depending on the extent of the lever release and roadlevel. The parking brake may not hold the vehicle, allowing it to roll, whichcould result in an accident. Vehicle does not comply with FMVSS 105.
Remedy
Replace parking brake lever assembly.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 47 complaints about the 1991 Oldsmobile 98 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
6
Fires reported
2
Injuries reported
3
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Service brakes28
  2. Hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip14
  3. Hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder6
  4. Air bags › Frontal4
  5. Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator3

Other Oldsmobile 98 years

Other 1991 Oldsmobile models

Most recalled 1991 vehicles

  1. 1991 Honda Accord (13 recalls)
  2. 1991 Blue Bird TC2000 (12 recalls)
  3. 1991 Acura Integra (11 recalls)
  4. 1991 Thomas School Bus (11 recalls)
  5. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (10 recalls)
All of 1991’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1991 Oldsmobile 98 have any recalls?
2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: power train, parking brake. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1991 Oldsmobile 98 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Oldsmobile dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1991 Oldsmobile 98?
47 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.