1999 Chevrolet Venture vs 1999 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 349 | 149 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 89 | 84 |
| Investigations | 6 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 64,495 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Venture | Oldsmobile Silhouette |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 114 | 46 |
| Structure | 36 | 18 |
| Air Bags | 40 | 12 |
| Power Train | 30 | 16 |
| Visibility | 32 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 27 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 10 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 13 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 19 | 7 |
| Stalling | 16 | 6 |
| Overheating | 16 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
1999 Chevrolet Venture
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.