1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette Electrical system Problems

“The vehicle hesitated when shifting out of overdrive at highway speeds, the dealer first diagnosed it as a filter problem then replaced sensors and rebuilt the fuel injectors as a possible cause, lastly the crack spark plug wire was replaced but the problem continued, finally the transmission was rebuilt and the problem was fixed.”

“Ignition will work on erratic basis. When consumer goes out to start vehicle, ignition will fail to start vehicle. Dealership has refused service, and a cause for this defect could not be determined. There was thumping in rear periodically when brakes are applied. Hood possibly could open while driving. There was recall 01v-067 on sliding door possibly opening while driveing.”

“On a random basis there is a thumping noise coming from brake system. Dealership has refused service. Cause of defect has not been determined. Ignition locks up periodically. The hood hits bumper and possibly could open while driving. There was recall 01v-067 on sliding power door. It could possibly open while driveing.”

“Within several days of each repair, the compressor just stops working. According to the dealer, the problem is a short in the electrical system which they are unable to locate and repair properly. After three to five hours of waiting each time, all they have done is to replace the blown fuse which promptly blows again within a few days.”

“Passenger's side door opened without prior warning. Dealership was aware of problem. The vehicle had no power when accelerating due to computer problem. The sliding door opened while driveing. The vehicle had been to the dealer a number of times for various problems. This vehicle was not safe to drive.”