Pcm/TCM replaced twice as well as ignition in conjunction with this problem. Now I am told the instrument cluster panel is in failure as well. Pcm reprogrammed several times prior to replacement a second time. Car has been in internal failure off and on, I never know when it would give out on me. Car at dealership now for the 7th time in 3 months.
1997 Oldsmobile Achieva electrical complaints
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Have contacted dealer numerous times and nothing has been done, dealer sold car with spark plug misfires, stalling, and a badly needed transmission flush
While driving vehicle between 30-50 MPH there was a loss of electrical power except the dashboard lights. This caused the vehicle to completely die. Dealer was trying to resolve the problem. Please provide any further information.
Received recall notice #97v05900 for under hood fuse. Contacted dealer, who in turn, contacted manufacturer. Was informed no recall for fuse center located on vehicle by VIN #. Vehicle was not repaired. Also, other problems included: ignition coil burned out completely, causing spark plugs to go bad/had water pump & thermostat replaced/cross caster at permanent right angle which caused vehicle to pull right, and front brakes went completely out, calipers/rotors were not replaced, and ,problem still exists.
Ignition coil completely burned causing spark plugs to go bad sooner than needed. The crank shaft, water pump & thermostat had to be replaced. The cross caster is at permanent right angle which causes vehicle to pull right. No front brakes. Calipers & rotors were replaced, but not corrected. *ak right rear door misaligned, causing difficulty closing, right passenger door does not lock properly due to faulty motor. Underhood fuse recall, repairs have not been completed.
While driving black smoke started coming out. Consumer jumped out and checked side panel on driver's door and it was very hot. Consumer took car to dealer for repairs.
While traveling 45-50 MPH the speed will drop to 10. Once vehicle loses power only hazard lights come on, and vehicle coasts to the side of the road.
When driving vehicle at various speeds vehicle would stop accelerating & would shut down. Sometimes either check engine light comes on or battery light comes on. Have taken to dealer at least 6 times for non accelerating & the panel lights.
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