NHTSA — Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar Problems

3.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
37,500 miles

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1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette steering problems

steering problem

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1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner Comments

problem #2

Jan 202003

Silhouette

  • 75,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

When attempting to make a left turn, consumer states the steering wheel gets really stiff. Took vehicle to dealer and there is a recall describing the same problem recall # 02 V 286 000. Consumers vehicle was not affected.

- Glen Rock, PA, USA

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problem #1

Sep 142000

(reported on)

Silhouette

  • miles
With front wheel drive vehicle making a right turn and driving over a puddle, water will splash from wheel and get into the serpentine belt, causing steering wheel to lock up. Dealer claimed this was normal.ak

- Miami, FL, USA

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