1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.

19901992
Complaints
57
Crashes
5
Fires
2
Injuries
8
Fatalities
6
Recalls
0

Worst 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#16 complaints

Structure:Body:Door

#25 complaints

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch

#35 complaints

Seat Belts:Front:Retractor

Avg mileage:150,000 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.

Structure:Body:Door
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Retractor
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
150,000
Structure:Frame And Members
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Rack And Pinion
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Rear
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Tread/Belt
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Column
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages:Arm:Idler And Attachment
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has 57 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Structure:Body:Door with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette?
Top reported problems: Structure:Body:Door (6 complaints); Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch (5 complaints); Seat Belts:Front:Retractor (5 complaints, avg 150,000 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 150,000 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette?
NHTSA complaints for the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette include 5 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 8 injuries, and 6 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Oldsmobile Silhouette reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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