I contacted gm bc the technical service bulletin for the fuel pressure regulator says the fuel rail also needs replaced if it is a delphi fuel rail. The regulator on this car has been changed but still has the same delphi fuel rail. The car currently has a gas leak. When I search the VIN it doesn't show any recalls currently but based on the tsb. The rail should've been replaced with a bosch. I am a service tech at a private shop. If I weren't a tech I wouldn't have known the rail wasn't replaced and I may not have noticed the leak until I burnt to death in a firey crash. Gm has no answer except to take it to a dealership where they want to charge me a ridiculous diagnostics fee which I refuse to pay, especially for a recall repair that wasn't done properly the first time.
1999 Oldsmobile 88 fuel system problems
13 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 62,692.
- owner complaints
- 13
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical mileage
- 62,692
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Delivery6
- Delivery: fuel pump2
- Storage: tank assembly: pressure relief devices1
- Storage: tank assembly1
- Fuel injection system1
- Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Oldsmobile 88 fuel system problems in other years
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 3800 v6 (l36) engines and certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, the regulators have a much higher than usual rate of fuel leaks. A leak can allow fuel to enter the intake manifold through a vacuum line. If the engine does not start when cranked, the fuel from the leaking regulator and a mistimed spark can cause a backfire.
- Risk
- The backfire can rupture the intake manifold. The rupture of the intake manifold can displace a fuel line, pulling an injector out of place, and causing a fuel leak and possible fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new fuel pressure regulators with improved diaphragms. The recall will be conducted in phased mailings. Phase 1 began on june 30, 2004, and phase 2 began on september 30, 2004. Owners should contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080, oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537, or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668.
Recall number 04V090000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Engine compartment fires
Ea02-030 is closed with gmea02-030 is closed with gm?s actions in 03v‑473 and 04v‑090 recalling approximately 529,000 my 1998-99 c- and h-body vehicles equipped with defective fuel pressure regulators.these vehicles were equipped with plastic intake manifolds that are unable to contain pressures that occur in some backfire events and defective fuel pressure regulators with leaking diaphragms that can provide a source of fuel to produce a combustible air-fuel mixture in the manifold.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by odi that no safety defect exists in the vehicles that are not included in gm?s recalls.odi will continue to monitor the incidence of manifold ruptures and related fires in other my 1995-2002 gm passenger cars equipped with the subject intake manifold.for additional information, see the attached closing report.
EA02030
What 1999 Oldsmobile 88 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
After fuel regulator replaced for recall my olds delta 88 stalls out, failing to restart. I have had it towed four times. Have had fuel pump and filter changed twice - did not solve problem. It stalls while driving, upon initial starting and at stops. This problem is "periodic" and mechanic has been unable to determine problem. Engine runs very rough, and then fails to start. Had fuel tank drained 3 times no solution yet!
Received recall #04v090000 concerning fuel pressure regulator. Took vehicle to dealership and had it repaired on 3/18/2005. Recall repairs failed when 4 days later, on 3/24/2005, the manifold ruptured and caused water to leak into the oil. Had not taken vehicle back to dealer.
The fuel pressure regulator was recalled and the manufacturer replaced it with the same type of regulator which lead to a leak and allowed the fuel to leak into the intake manifold which lead to the antifreeze going into the oil causing the engine to back fire and eventually ruining the engine. Provide further details.
Experienced serious problems with intake manifold. *bf there was a backfire through the intake manifold which produced a loud bang and severe damage to other items in the engine compartment. The consumer believed the problem she experienced was the same as the recall that was issued. It was discovered the fuel pressure regulator was defective, however the consumers claim for reimbursement was denied.
The vehicle upper intake manifold cracked prior to receiving the recall notice. *nm recall number (903v473000). One day prior to receiving the recall notice the consumers vehicle became disabled. The service manager determined the problem could have been a defective fuel pressure regulator. After the regulator was replaced the engine still would not start. The consumer had the vehicle fixed at her own expense.
The vehicle's fuel pressure regulator failed. *nm the vehicle idled fast and died. The mechanic found a fuel pressure regulator cracked and leaking. The upper intake manifold gasket was leaking and needed to be replaced. *sc
When attempting to crank the vehicle the engine back fired and smoke billowed from under the hood of the vehicle. *nm the dealer informed the consumer that the fuel pump was replaced, because when they attempted to start the vehicle it back fired and blew up the manifold, however on july 9, 2004 the consumer received a recall notice regarding the fuel pressure regulator which describe in detail in which the consumer stated sounded just like the problem he experienced. The consumer submitted a claim for reimbursement, but was denied. The manufacturer stated the part on his vehicle that was replaced was not the part that was recalled.
Request for compensation for engine failure as a result of a defective plastic intake manifold. *mr coolant leaked into the engine which was caused by the main bearing seizing. Recall# 04v090000. The initial diagnosis was that the seal under the plastic plenum was defective. The check engine light had come on within two blocks of leaving the service dealer. They found that coolant leaked into the engine again and the warped plastic plenum would not seal against the manifold. *sc the consumer stated the vehicle needed other repairs such as a replacement motor for the passenger's window, power steering hose which was leaking, a rear wheel cylinder and a new transmission.
Problems with fuel system on 1999 oldsmobile 88. *mr there was a strong gas smell and fuel was found leaking from the top of the gas tank. The tank was removed and the fuel sender and lines were found rusted and leaking. *sc
Questions about the 1999 Oldsmobile 88 fuel system
Does the 1999 Oldsmobile 88 have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the fuel system of the 1999 Oldsmobile 88, 17% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1999 Oldsmobile 88 fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 62,692 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Oldsmobile 88 fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 04V090000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Oldsmobile 88 have the most fuel system problems?
The Oldsmobile 88 model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1998 (20 complaints), 1999 (13 complaints) and 1996 (10 complaints).
Other 1999 Oldsmobile 88 problems
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