1999 Oldsmobile U-van problems
The Oldsmobile Silhouette is a minivan manufactured by General Motors for model years 1990–2004 over two generations.
Production ended when General Motors discontinued its Oldsmobile brand in 2004. GM continued to market badge-engineered variants of the U-body minivans, the Saturn Relay and the Buick Terraza for MY2005.
Background
General Motors' first attempt at producing a minivan to compete with the Chrysler minivans, the rear wheel drive, truck-based Chevrolet Astro and its twin, the GMC Safari failed to compete strongly against Chrysler's dominance in the minivan market in the 1980s. The 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette and its sibling models, sold more successfully than the Astro/Safari predecessors.
First shown to the public in 1986, the Pontiac Trans Sport concept car featured futuristic styling, individually removable bucket seats with built-in stereo speakers, a gull-wing rear passenger door and extensive use of glass including a glass-paneled roof.
The Trans Sport was approved for production without the gullwing door and the glass roof. Chevrolet and Oldsmobile received production vehicles based on the Trans Sport with the Lumina APV and Silhouette respectively. While the Pontiac Trans Sport was targeted at sport- and style-oriented buyers, the Lumina was the value offering and the Silhouette targeted premium markets, competing with the Chrysler Town & Country.
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Common 1999 Oldsmobile U-van problems
The 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is a minivan known for its spacious interior and versatile seating configurations. However, as with any car, there are common problems that owners have reported.
Engine Problems:
The most common problem with the 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette is engine-related issues, accounting for 100% of the complaints in the 2nd generation Silhouette.
Cooling System Problems:
The cooling system is the second most common problem area, with 92% of complaints related to this issue. The cooling system may have leaks, which could lead to overheating and engine damage. It is crucial to address these issues promptly to prevent further damage to the engine.
Transmission Problems:
Transmission problems account for 75% of the complaints in the 2nd generation Silhouette. These issues may include difficulty shifting or the transmission slipping. These problems may be caused by worn-out transmission components or low transmission fluid levels.
Interior Problems:
Interior problems account for 50% of the complaints in the 2nd generation Silhouette. These issues may include electrical problems, such as malfunctioning power windows or power locks. These problems may be caused by faulty wiring or blown fuses.
Windows Problems:
Windows problems also account for 50% of the complaints in the 2nd generation Silhouette. These issues may include windows that do not roll up or down properly. These problems may be caused by worn-out window regulators or faulty window motors.
In summary, the 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette has common problems related to the engine, cooling system, transmission, interior, and windows. These issues may cause inconvenience and may lead to more severe problems if not addressed promptly. It is essential to address these issues to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the vehicle.
1999 Oldsmobile U-van car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Oldsmobile U-van problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1999 Oldsmobile U-van vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1999 Oldsmobile U-van complaints
The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1999 Oldsmobile U-van.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-25
- VIN: 1GHDX03E5XD
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WE BOUGHT OUR VEHICLE (1999 OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE) USED AND WE HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE ABS AND TCS, AND NOW THE REAR BRAKES. IT FIRST HAPPENED WHEN IT WAS VERY COLD OUTSIDE AND MY WIFE NEARLY LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WITH MY 2-YEAR OLD AND 4-MONTH OLD DAUGHTER'S IN THE VEHICLE WITH ME. IT HAPPENED AGAIN THIS MORNING. WE HAVE HAD THE VEHICLE A MONTH AND HAD IT TOWED THIS MORNING TO HAVE AN AUTO REPAIR SHOP LOOK AT IT. THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT COVERED IN OUR WARRANTY AND FROM READING THE HISTORY OF THIS VEHICLE, WE WOULD LIKE TO ENCOURAGE AN INVESTIGATION OF THIS. *NM
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