1996 Oldsmobile Aurora electrical system problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1996 oldsmobile aurora. The contact stated that his vehicle was stored in a garage during the winter. He hooked up a battery charger to recharge the battery and noticed smoke inside the passenger compartment. He opened the door and observed flames coming from the steering…”
filed May 6, 2009
“Tl*the contact owns a 1996 oldsmobile aurora. The contact stated that her vehicle does not shift properly. When the key is placed in the ignition, the vehicle does not crank. The contact must exit and re-enter the vehicle before it will start. In addition, she smelled gasoline while seated in the…”
filed Mar 24, 2009
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8…
PIP4723D · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 31, 2020This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
19NA273 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 2, 2019
Electrical System problems in other Aurora years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Aurora | 5 | 20% |
| 2001 Aurora | 19 | 16% |
| 1999 Aurora | 8 | 24% |
| 1998 Aurora | 7 | 14% |
| 1997 Aurora | 21 | 17% |
| 1995 Aurora | 30 | 9% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.