Table 1 shows seven common electrical system related problems of the 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the ignition module (two problems).
Within several days of each repair, the compressor just stops working. According to the dealer, the problem is a short in the electrical system which they are unable to locate and repair properly. After three to five hours of waiting each time, all they have done is to replace the blown fuse which Read details...
While driving at 40 mph the vehicle will stall unexpectedly which may of result in an accident. Been to dlr 3 times. Dealer replaced ignition module. Dealer cannot determine problem. Cause unknown. Please provide further details. Read details...
Battery has failed repeatedly. Left stranded 8/99, 4/01, 11/02. "new" battery installed each time. Service department at dealer unable to explain why this vehicle keeps "eating" batteries. Says it is the heat in florida which I don't believe. Dt Read details...