1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 170 | 149 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 89 | 84 |
| Investigations | 8 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 64,495 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Oldsmobile Silhouette | Oldsmobile Silhouette |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 35 | 46 |
| Exterior Lighting | 32 | 8 |
| Structure | 16 | 18 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 15 | 11 |
| Power Train | 10 | 16 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 6 |
| Overheating | 7 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 6 |
1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
1999 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.