1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette Problems
- Complaints
- 27filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 97,896miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 3.1L 6-cyl FWD · 16 city / 21 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. The part named most often is seat belts, with 7 complaints (26% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (5) and brakes (4). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 97,896 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 4 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Seat belts complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the cooling unit and lines filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Seat belts7 26%
- Brakes4 15%
- Engine cooling3 11%
- Steering3 11%
- Seats2 7.4%
- Other or unknown1 3.7%
- Tires1 3.7%
- Vehicle speed control1 3.7%
Example complaints
Seat belts: “On very back row of seat on left side of vehicle shoulder belt is extended out all of the way and will not retract back into position. Please provide any additional information/attachments.”
NHTSA complaint #888585, filed 2001-05Transmission and drivetrain: “The transaxle seal blew out and we are being told replacing it most likely won't help, as it is apt to blow out again. 3 independent recommendations are to replace the transmission. At 80,000 miles either problem is unwarranted.”
NHTSA complaint #725282, filed 2000-07Brakes: “The return spring for the rear brake shoes is inadequate. On two ocassions the right side spring came loose and was destroyed by the axle shaft rubbing against it. When this happens the rear brakes are lost and only the fron brakes wok, resulting in ther pedal going almost to the floor. The most recent incident happened to the brakes on the left side. The brakes came loose after using the parking brake, with resultant loss of rear brakes and only front brakes working, pedal almost to the floor. This time the spring did not break and the brake parts were reinstalled.”
NHTSA complaint #736291, filed 2000-11Engine cooling: “While driving, a loud knocking noise was heard coming from the front. Steering wheel started shaking uncontrollably. Consumer pulled over, but was unable to move the vehicle. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the motor mounts and steering shaft needed to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10097666, filed 2004-10Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 97,896 and 97,896 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silhouette 2WD | 3.1L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Silhouette 2WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 96V015000Jan 23, 1996Power train › Automatic transmission › Cooling unit and linesCovers: Oldsmobile Silhouette 1992–1995, Chevrolet Lumina APV 1992–1995, Pontiac Trans Sport 1992–1995 +5 more
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles manufactured from august 1991 through july 1995. The transmission oil cooler line can separate when the vehicle is operated in low temperatures in combination with high transmission loads.
- 94V027000Jan 4, 1994Seat belts › Rear/otherCovers: Oldsmobile Silhouette 1992–1993, Chevrolet Lumina APV 1992–1993, Pontiac Trans Sport 1992–1993
Vehicle fails to conform to fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the safety belt of the left third row seat on the six passenger van and the center second row seat of the seven passenger van may lock up and cannot be withdrawn from the retractor.
Recall details for the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Other model years of the Oldsmobile Silhouette
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 11 | 39,000 | 1 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 36 | 51,953 | 2 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 57 | 40,750 | 2 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 78 | 57,860 | 6 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 114 | 56,500 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 149 | 64,495 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 170 | 80,000 | 7 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 104 | 74,500 | 6 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 20 | 118,000 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Stable |
| 1995 | 46 | 91,000 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 36 | 100,000 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 22 | 78,500 | 3 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1992 | 27 | 97,896 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 37 | 150,000 | 2 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 43 | 130,464 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Oldsmobile Silhouette model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette have?
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is reported most often?
Seat belts is named most often, in 7 complaints (26% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 5.
Has the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette get?
The EPA rates the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (Silhouette 2WD, 3.1L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 21 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 97,896 miles and the middle half falls between 97,896 and 97,896 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.