1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 16%of 43 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the body and structure of the 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 16% of the 43 complaints for this model year. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The inside handle of the sliding door wil not open the door. I also had to replace the driver's side handle about a year ago when I couldn't open it from the outside. I belive faulty handles are a serious safety hazard, especially if needed during an emergency no matter of the age or milage of the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #708599, filed 1999-07“While driving out of a parking lot, steering wheel suddenly free-wheeled w/ no control of vehicle. Inspection showed that both rear sub-frame mounts failed and dropped engine onto rack and pinion, causing steering column to disengage and also disconnecting.”
NHTSA complaint #706369, filed 1999-05“Front door handles broke off on two occasion. First time on driver's side ,and a year later on passenger side. Unable to open doors from outside. Repairs were made at consumer's cost. Dealer/manufacturer were not contacted.”
NHTSA complaint #854697, filed 2000-02Related recalls
- 97V058000Apr 8, 1997Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine…Covers: Oldsmobile Silhouette 1990–1991, Cutlass 1988–1991, Pontiac Grand Prix 1988–1991 +5 more
- 92V012000Jan 28, 1992The glove compartment door will not remain closed during certain load forces associated with a vehicle crash. This does not comply with the requirements of…Covers: Oldsmobile Silhouette 1990–1991, Pontiac Trans Sport 1990–1991
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2 | 18% |
| 2003 | 2 | 6% |
| 2002 | 8 | 14% |
| 2001 | 5 | 6% |
| 2000 | 18 | 16% |
| 1999 | 18 | 12% |
| 1998 | 16 | 9% |
| 1997 | 14 | 13% |
| 1996 | 3 | 15% |
| 1995 | 8 | 17% |
| 1994 | 4 | 11% |
| 1991 | 11 | 30% |
| 1990 | 7 | 16% |
Other parts of the 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette
17 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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