1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Complaints filed held steady at 0 in both 1995 and 1996.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1995 | 1996 | vs. 1996 Large Cars |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100 | 2,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 20 | 21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 17 / 26 | 17 / 27 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 444 | 423 | |
| Complaints filed | 0 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight have?
No NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026.
What gas mileage does the 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight get?
EPA rates it 21 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1996 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight?
EPA estimates $2,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 3.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Large Cars | 17 mpg | 27 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls
No recalls have been issued for this model-year.