1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Only 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 37 |
| 1992 | 27 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 46 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 104 |
| 1998 | 170 |
| 1999 | 149 |
| 2000 | 114 |
| 2001 | 78 |
| 2002 | 57 |
| 2003 | 36 |
| 2004 | 11 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 27 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 27 total reports mention: seat belts.
3 of 27 total reports mention: power train.
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WHILE DRIVING SUDDENLY VEHICLE STOPPED. DEALER STATED THAT TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040913
3 of 27 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
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WHILE DRIVING, A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT. STEERING WHEEL STARTED SHAKING UNCONTROLLABLY. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, BUT WAS UNABLE TO MOVE THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20041025
WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING THE WASHER BOLT CAME OUT THE ENGINE AND CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. THE DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20030318
2 of 27 total reports mention: steering.
2 of 27 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.
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WHEN PANIC STOPPING THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE BROKE AND IT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO LOSS CONTROL. THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE HOSE WAS ALSO CRACKED. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950811
SAFETY TIMELINE
APV FUEL LINE FIRES
APV FIRES
APV FUEL LINE FIRES
VEHICLE FAILS TO CONFORM TO FMVSS NO. 209, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES." THE SAFETY BELT OF THE LEFT THIRD ROW SEAT ON THE SIX PASSENGER VAN AND THE CENTER SECOND ROW SEAT OF THE SEVEN PASSENGER VAN MAY LOC
Remedy: OWNERS ARE BEING ASKED TO INSPECT THEIR VEHICLES TO DETERMINE IF THE SUSPECT RETRACTOR EXHIBITS A LOCKUP CONDITION. BASED ON THIS INSPECTION, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SAFETY BELTS IF THE BELT LOCKS UP
Campaign 94V027000 — check if this car was fixed
TRNSAXL OIL HOSE SEPARATES
FRONT BRAKE HOSE FAILURE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1991 THROUGH JULY 1995. THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE CAN SEPARATE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN LOW TEMPERATURES IN COMBINATIO
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES.
Campaign 96V015000 — check if this car was fixed
ENGINE CRADLE SEPARATION
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 94V027000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V015000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette?
The most-reported component is seat belts:front:retractor, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.