1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 7%of 149 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 130,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the fuel system of the 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 7% of the 149 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 130,000 miles.
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 engine. The coolant low light stays on even though it isn't.. Have had it checked. They said its all ok. Then I read these complaints. Why aren't they being held responsible for a defect!!!!! Its their defect, not ours. We didn't sign up for $1200 in repairs or more!!! Are you getting paid to sit there and just put these up here to appease us? No wonder this nation is going you know where in a basket. Lack of integrity. My brakes also both went out completely when someone gave me less than a foot to stop when they pulled out of a parking spot downtown. …”
NHTSA complaint #10733492, filed 2015-07, 199,000 miles“Dt: 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette. On august 11, 2005 the consumer was smelling gas; he looked under the vehicle and saw that the fuel lines were rusted. The mechanic at the dealership stated the fuel lines crumbled in his hands. All of the metal fuel lines for the vehicle had to be replaced. The smell was the only indicator. He checked under the hood first then crawled under the car and saw it was leaking gas.”
NHTSA complaint #10132872, filed 2005-08, 64,000 miles“I have had this vehicle since 3/99. In which time I have had to bring it back for transmission problems, electrical problems, leaking fuel injectors, brakes, non working cruise control which LED to the dealer replacing the compressor. Front end leaked anti freeze which LED to another major job. I am not a happy motorist here. The steering column squeeked. They greased it. Turned out there was a problem with the rackinpinion. I know something about cars and I know that for the amount I pay for this vehicle, I shouldn't be having these major problems. Bandade fixes don't cut it with me. Nlm”
NHTSA complaint #760804, filed 2002-04“Consumer advised that the lower intake manifold gasket continously leaks. Had current gasket replaced at 59k miles and gasket is now leaking. The dealer advised problem may be due to gasket's current torque specification, but can not torque any tighter or will break manifold. Ts”
NHTSA complaint #8022403, filed 2002-11“Consumer stated the intake gasket that fits around fuel injection is failing due to leaking. Took to dealer and dealer indicated can't get parts and general motors has failed to produce this part.”
NHTSA complaint #8009035, filed 2002-05Related service bulletins
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137901May 9, 2014This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 2 | 6% |
| 2002 | 6 | 11% |
| 2001 | 3 | 4% |
| 2000 | 7 | 6% |
| 1999 | 10 | 7% |
| 1998 | 12 | 7% |
| 1997 | 9 | 9% |
| 1995 | 1 | 2% |
| 1994 | 1 | 3% |
| 1991 | 1 | 3% |
| 1990 | 2 | 5% |
Other parts of the 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
46 complaintsBody and structure
18 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
11 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsExterior lighting
8 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 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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