Head gasket leaked. Consumer indicated that when he went into garage there was water on the floor. Consumer had vehicle checked out by mechanic, who determined there was a head gasket leak. Consumer was quoted a price to have vehicle repaired. Consumer felt that oldsmobile should repair the problem free of charge since this was a common problem with this vehicle.
1996 Oldsmobile Ciera engine problems
15 complaints (18% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 18%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Engine: gasoline6
- Engine6
- Exhaust system: emission control2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Oldsmobile Ciera engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Lower intake manifold gasket leak into oil
Lower intake manifold gasket leak on gm 3.1 l v6.
The engine stopped working in december of 2002. Which had to be replaced.
Was driving vehicle and noticed coolant was getting low. Checked under hood, and fluid was on engine. Head gasket was leaking from right side.
The oxygen sensor failed causing the check engine light to illuminate. Nlm
When driving at any speed and without prior warning vehicle will cut off and come to a dead stop. Consumer has contacted dealer, and dealer has replaced some wiring. Repairs were not covered under warranty. *ak
Several components have prematurely deteriorated calling into question safety of other related components. The car is 3 years and 6 months old, but has less than 29,000 miles. The problems all seem to deal with rubber (or similar material) components. The engine intake manifold is leaking. The left side axle seal and cover on the transmission is leaking. The serpentine belt was already cracking and needed to be replaced. (the serpentine belt is available for inspection, if so desired).
#6 cylinder failed resulting in engine failure. Dealer wants to rebuild or replace with a new engine. Consumer feels this major engine problem should not have happend at 44k miles. Nlm
Vehicle stalled while driving 60 MPH causing a loss of power
Questions about the 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera engine
Does the 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera have engine problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the engine of the 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera, 18% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera engine problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera engine?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
Other 1996 Oldsmobile Ciera problems
Brakes 22Transmission 11Airbags 8Electrical 8Body 6Acceleration 5Fuel system 4Suspension 4Visibility 3Lights 2Locks 1Seat belts 1Seats 1Steering 1Wheels 1
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