1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 100 | 125 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 47 | 61 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 17 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported mileage | 116,530 mi | 103,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Oldsmobile Aurora | Oldsmobile Aurora |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 44 | 46 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 21 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 18 |
| Steering | 7 | 10 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 10 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 4 |
| Equipment | 4 | 6 |
| Structure | 3 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 9 |
1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.