1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 104 | 170 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 96 | 89 |
| Investigations | 7 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Oldsmobile Silhouette | Oldsmobile Silhouette |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 18 | 32 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 35 |
| Steering | 20 | 14 |
| Structure | 14 | 16 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 13 | 15 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 15 |
| Visibility | 10 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Overheating | 0 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette
1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.