1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 13%of 104 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 59,750miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 13% of the 104 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 59,750 miles. 3 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 automatic sliding doors rattled and reopened once the were shut. When closing the door it locks on its own. Once the vehicle locks on its own consumer is not able to get out. Consumer tries to open the doors with the remote control, but with no luck. Consumer has to wait until it unlocks to exit.”
NHTSA complaint #10106720, filed 2005-01, 15,223 miles“Recall #01 v 264 000/sliding door:intermittently the automatic sliding door would open by itself while driving. The dealer has made repairs on this door approximately 2 year ago, now the problem is recurring.”
NHTSA complaint #10111721, filed 2005-02, 7,000 miles“The passenger's side electric sliding door would not remain closed when the consumer closed it, after a few seconds, the door would pop back open. This problem was recalled twice 01v264000 and 01v067000).”
NHTSA complaint #10053727, filed 2004-02, 74,500 miles“Door would not latch when driving. No power to open door. Also, left front wheel censor malfunctioned for ABS traction control/ transmission failed, and intake manifold leak.”
NHTSA complaint #10001768, filed 2002-12, 86,450 miles“The contact stated the sliding door on the right side of the vehicle was not working properly after the recall (01v264000, 04v597000 or 01v067000) repair was completed. The door opened without warning, while the vehicle was idling, but no longer worked. The door only operated properly on an intermittent basis. The service dealer stated the recall repair was completed and there was nothing else to be done. The manufacturer was not contacted. Updated 09/13/06”
NHTSA complaint #10166977, filed 2006-08, 78,576 milesRelated recalls
- 04V597000Dec 22, 2004On certain minivans equipped with second-row bucket seats or captain's chairs and a power sliding door on the passenger side of the vehicle, a passenger using…Covers: Oldsmobile Silhouette 1997–2004, Chevrolet Venture 1997–2005, Pontiac Montana 1997–2005 +1 more
- 01V264000Aug 21, 2001Vehicle description: 1997-2001 chevrolet venture, pontiac montana/transport, and oldsmobile silhouette mini vans equipped with passenger side power sliding…Covers: Oldsmobile Silhouette 1997–2001, Chevrolet Venture 1997–2001, Pontiac Montana 1998–2001 +1 more
- 01V067000Mar 8, 2001Vehicle description: minivans equipped with passenger side power sliding doors. The door closes but may not be latched. If this happens, the power sliding…Covers: Oldsmobile Silhouette 1997–2001, Chevrolet Venture 1997–2001, Pontiac Montana 1998–2001 +1 more
Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 9% |
| 2003 | 3 | 8% |
| 2002 | 7 | 12% |
| 2001 | 8 | 10% |
| 2000 | 6 | 5% |
| 1999 | 11 | 7% |
| 1998 | 15 | 9% |
| 1997 | 13 | 13% |
| 1994 | 2 | 6% |
| 1991 | 4 | 11% |
| 1990 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
20 complaintsExterior lighting
18 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsEngine cooling
11 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
10 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology