1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette

9 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette

Official recalls have been issued for the 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Oldsmobile service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Oldsmobile customer service.

  1. RECALL: Steering Knuckle Breaking/Loss Of Steering Control

    A broken steering knuckle could result in loss of steering control and a possible crash without warning. Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 17, 2009
    Vehicles Affected
    979

  2. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Headlamps/Missing Amber Side Reflectors

    Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 11, 2008
    Vehicles Affected
    1,921

  4. RECALL: Aftermarket Fuel Pressure Regulators

    Fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 12, 2007
    Vehicles Affected
    742

  5. RECALL: GM/Power Sliding Door

    If a passenger uses the interior handle to open the power sliding door and holds onto the handle while it is being opened by the motor, the passenger's arm may be pushed into the seat back or armrest and a wrist or lower arm injury may ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 22, 2004
    Vehicles Affected
    717,302

  6. RECALL: GM/Power Steering Assembly

    If this occurs, the pinion shaft can be forced upward during left turns and back down as the steering wheel is moved back and to the right. If the pinion shaft moves further, the driver will need to exert more effort to turn the steering wheel, similar to a vehicle without power assisted steering. If the pinion shaft ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 04, 2002
    Vehicles Affected
    1,159,156

  7. RECALL: GM/Power Sliding Door

    If this happens, the power sliding door can open while the vehicle is in motion, particularly when the vehicle ascends a hill, makes a turn, or travels over a rough road surface. An unrestrained occupant could fall out of the van and be ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 21, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    248,737

  8. RECALL: GM/Power Sliding Door

    An unrestrained occupant could fall out of the van and be injured. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 08, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    477,011

  9. RECALL: GM/Seat Latch/Finger Injuries

    When activating the release mechanism to roll a bucket seat forward, a customer's finger(s) could be severely injured or severed in they are not kept clear of the ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 26, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    125,990

  10. RECALL: GM/Windshield Wipers

    Brake fluid leakage can cause reduced brake effectiveness and increased stopping distances. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 07, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    55,154

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